Butte-Silver Bow Emergency Management

10/14/2026

[Wednesday, 10/14/26] We sent an Everbridge notification at approximately 4:06 PM today to everyone who signed up for emergency alerts earlier today.

If you registered for Everbridge today but did not receive the notification, please let us know!

10/14/2026

[Update 4:25pm, Wed, 10/14/26]
Butte-Silver Bow Media Release

The suspect who was arrested in the incident on Reynolds Street is Keith Gallagher, age 41, of Butte.

The barricaded subject incident on Reynolds Street began early this morning when the suspect allegedly pointed a handgun at the driver of a garbage truck in the alley near the residence.

After a brief investigation, it was determined that Gallagher was the suspect.

An arrest warrant for Gallagher and a search warrant for the residence at 2011 Reynolds were obtained.

Butte SWAT, Patrol, and negotiators responded to the residence at 2011 Reynolds.

Efforts were made to contact Gallagher by phone as well as via bullhorn from outside of the residence.

There was no response from inside the residence. A door to the residence as well as some windows were breached. Drones were inserted into the residence to see if Gallagher could be located. Gallagher was not located.

Butte SWAT then conducted a search of the residence where Gallagher was located, hiding in the basement. Gallagher was taken into custody by SWAT team members. He was transported to the Butte Detention Center.

Butte Detectives remain on scene and are conducting a thorough search of the residence.

Gallagher is incarcerated and is charged with assault with a weapon and violation of a protective order.

Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement is grateful for the assistance of the Butte Fire Rescue, A-1 Ambulance, and the Montana Highway Patrol in bringing this situation to a safe conclusion.

NOTE: The suspect has no relationship to the current Chief Executive, J.P. Gallagher.

Thank you,
Sheriff Ed Lester

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[Update 3:45pm, Wed, 10/14/26]
The situation on Reynolds Avenue has been resolved. The male suspect has been taken into custody by Butte SWAT Officers.

There were no injuries and there is no ongoing danger to the public.

Butte police will be at the scene of this incident for several more hours.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Thank you,
Sheriff Lester

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[Update 3pm, Wed, 10/14/26]
The situation on Reynolds Street is ongoing. Attempts are being made to contact the wanted male.

Additional information will be released when it becomes available.

Thank you,
Sheriff Ed Lester

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[Wednesday, 10/14/2026] Butte Police Media Release

Butte police are currently engaged in an operation in the 2000 block of Reynolds Avenue in Butte.

We are attempting to serve a search warrant and an arrest warrant on a male adult. The male is believed to be armed.

The male was allegedly involved in an assault with a weapon early this morning.

Citizens are asked to remain away from the area until this situation is resolved.

Further information will be released when it becomes available.

Thank you,
Sheriff Ed Lester

10/13/2026

10/12/2026

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10/12/2026

Much colder air has arrived across southwest Montana following the weekend storm. Lingering rain and snow showers remain possible today, with gradual improvement beginning later this week.

10/12/2026

Snow and icy roads are creating hazardous travel conditions throughout the area. Traffic is stopped or moving slowly in areas along I-15 and I-90.

Emergency crews have responded to multiple accidents today. Please avoid unnecessary travel and give road crews and emergency responders room to work safely.

If you must travel, slow down, increase your following distance, and use extreme caution.

Stay safe and stay off the roads if possible!

10/12/2026

Please stay off the roads if at all possible. ⚠️

⚠️ SEVERE ROAD CONDITIONS ⚠️

Road conditions throughout the area are becoming hazardous, and I-90 is currently at a standstill in areas.

Emergency crews have responded to multiple motor vehicle accidents throughout the day. Please avoid highway travel if at all possible and allow road crews and emergency responders the space they need to work safely.

If you must travel, slow down, increase your following distance, and use extreme caution.

Please stay safe and stay off the roads if you don’t need to be out.

10/11/2026

Sunday, 10/11/2026 1:30pm-
All west bound lanes are blocked over Homestake Pass due to accident involving a semi-truck.

UPDATE: WESTBOUND LANES ARE NOW OPEN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE.
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TRAFFIC ALERT: WESTBOUND LANES CLOSED ON HOMESTAKE PASS

The Montana Highway Patrol is responding to an injury crash on Homestake Pass involving a semi-truck that overturned.

All westbound lanes are closed.

Drivers should expect delays and use an alternate route if possible. With winter conditions, slow down, increase your following distance, and use extra caution while traveling. Please give emergency crews room to work.