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.
Nick Chrestenson
Man Breaks Missoula Business’s Windows With a Skateboard
On July 30, 2022, around 9:10 pm, Missoula Police Department officers were dispatched to a criminal mischief in progress at the YWCA building on Broadway.
Missoula Man Assaults His Father With a Guitar and Screwdriver
On July 30, 2022, around 10:34 am, Missoula County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to a reported assault at a residence on East Mullan Road.
Man Threatens Two People With a Knife Near the Clark Fork River
On July 30, 2022, around 6:30 pm, Missoula Police Department officers were dispatched to the pedestrian bridge underneath the Madison Street bridge.
Missoula Crime Report: a Hatchet and Axe Were Both Used This Week
The Missoula County Attorney’s Office charged 18 new criminal complaints this week, which is above average.
COVID-19 Weekly Update: Montana Adds 2,287 Cases, Six Deaths
As of Friday morning, Montana has confirmed 296,599 positive COVID-19 cases.
Man Doing “Whippets” Causes Crash on Highway 93 in Missoula
On July 23, 2022, a Missoula County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a two-vehicle accident near mile marker 89 on Highway 93.
Man Fires Gun Near Vehicle for Driving “Too Fast” Past His House
He is currently being charged with two counts of felony assault with a weapon, felony criminal endangerment, and felony intimidation.
Father and Daughter Assault Man at a Missoula Gas Station
On July 21, 2022, at approximately 12:31 am, Missoula Police Department officers responded to a reported disturbance at a gas station on North Reserve Street.
Drunk Driver Crashes Into a Missoula Building and a Utility Pole
On July 21, 2022, at around 3:00 am, a man called 911 after his vehicle was nearly hit by another vehicle.
Woman With an Infant Gets Caught With Drugs While on Probation
On July 22, 2022, Missoula Police Department officers were dispatched to a gas station on South Higgins for a report of a female who was displaying signs that she was under the influence of drugs.
Missoula Man Threatens Juvenile With an Axe, Curses at Police
On July 23, 2022, a Missoula Police Department officer was dispatched to a fight that was taking place in the 1600 block of Phillips Street.
Missoula Camper Refuses to Leave, Uses Hatchet Against Officers
On June 30, 2022, a Missoula Police Department Officer was assisting Missoula Parks and Recreation with park cleanup and illegal campsite removal.