The police have identified Michael Paul Brown as the primary suspect in a shooting at The Owl Bar in Anaconda, Montana. As the search for him intensifies, local authorities urge residents to remain vigilant while the FBI and state officials join forces in the investigation.
Community in Shock as Four Lives Lost in Montana Bar Shooting
Community in Shock as Four Lives Lost in Montana Bar Shooting
A manhunt is underway for a suspect after a tragic shooting incident in Anaconda, Montana, claiming four lives and leaving the community reeling.
A suspect is on the run following a tragic shooting that claimed the lives of four individuals at a bar in Anaconda, Montana. This deadly incident occurred at The Owl Bar around 10:30 AM local time, as confirmed by the Montana Division of Criminal Investigation.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) reported that they are responding to the scene of the shooting, where multiple victims were injured. Anaconda, once known for its copper smelting industry, has a population of nearly 10,000 residents, situated 109 miles west of Bozeman.
Local authorities have named Michael Paul Brown as the suspect and have warned that he is "believed to be armed and dangerous." The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Law Enforcement Center has urged the public not to approach him and to call 911 if he is spotted. In light of the ongoing search, residents are advised to stay indoors and secure their homes.
The Granite County Sheriff’s Office indicated that Brown was last seen wearing a tie-dyed shirt, blue jeans, and an orange bandana. After searching his residence in Anaconda, SWAT teams reported it was cleared.
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte expressed his concern, calling on the community to pray for the victims, their families, and the law enforcement officials working tirelessly at the scene. The FBI is actively participating in the investigation, supporting local authorities as they conduct a "massive manhunt," reportedly utilizing police drones in their efforts.
The Owl Bar, a historic establishment built in 1893 to cater to the city’s copper workers, is located in a neighborhood referred to as Goosetown. This tragic event has left the community of Anaconda in shock and mourning as they face the harrowing reality of gun violence.
