Nick Chrestenson

Nick Chrestenson is the News Director for Townsquare Media Missoula and has been with the company since 2015. He started out as an intern and then graduated from the University of Montana School of Journalism. He typically writes about crime in our community. He lives in Missoula, Montana, and is in no hurry to leave. During spring and summer, he enjoys golfing and spending time on Flathead Lake with friends and family. During fall and winter, you can find him cheering on the Griz inside Washington-Grizzly Stadium.

Bear Enters Camp Multiple Times and Injures Female in Montana

One person was injured Wednesday morning in an encounter with a black bear along the Middle Fork Flathead River near Nyack.

Man Arrested for Felony DUI in Missoula, Had a BAC of .273

A Montana Highway Patrol trooper received a report from 911 dispatch that a silver Hyundai was seen swerving all over the roadway.

Missoula Man Threatens People With a Handgun at a Downtown Bar

Several Missoula Police Department officers were dispatched to a report of a male with a firearm pointing it at patrons in a local bar.

Man Nearly Hits Children During High-Speed Chase in Missoula

A Montana Highway Patrol trooper observed a white Audi A6 traveling northbound on Reserve Street at approximately 60 MPH in a 45 MPH zone.

Man Arrested for Selling Meth at the Missoula Authorized Camping Site

The male told the officer that he bought his meth from a male named Cave at the Missoula Authorized Camping Site.

Missoula Crime Report: One Defendant Pushed Over Two Buildings

The Missoula County Attorney’s Office charged 24 criminal complaints this week, which is two more than last week and significantly higher than the weekly average.

Griz Hope to Keep Their Paws on the Little Brown Stein

Following the bye week, our Montana Grizzlies are preparing for a battle with the Idaho Vandals inside Washington-Grizzly Stadium.

Woman Steals Man’s $10,000, Gives it to the Missoula Homeless

A male contacted the Missoula Police Department to report a theft of over $10,000 in cash.

Woman Grabs Her Gun While Being Investigated by Missoula Police

The vehicle was parked in a spot that allowed for a quick exit. This area of parking also allows for concealment from normal routes of travel.

Missoula Man Hits Two Employees While Attempting to Steal Beer

Officers with the Missoula Police Department responded to a casino on West Harrier after receiving a report of a robbery.

Missoula Police Arrest Woman for Stealing an Unlocked Subaru

A Missoula Police Department officer responded to a stolen vehicle report in a parking lot on Wyoming Street.

Man Threatens Woman With a Gun Near a Missoula Motel

Officers with the Missoula Police Department responded to a motel on Broadway Street after receiving a report that a male pointed a gun at a female.