UPDATE
A 14-year-old boy was arrested on a pending charge of attempted deliberate homicide following a Thursday afternoon shooting in Kalispell.
The Kalispell Police Department reports a 16-year-old girl who was injured in the shooting underwent surgery on Thursday.
Kalispell Police Chief Jordan Venezio told MTN on Friday afternoon that the victim is in critical condition.
The name of the suspect is not being released at this time due to his age.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Kalispell Police Detective Chad Sweigart at 406-758-7780.
KPD responded to the shooting, which happened in the 400 block of South Meridian Road at approximately 3:20 p.m. on Thursday.
ORIGINAL REPORT: October 31, 2024
One person has been arrested following a Thursday afternoon shooting in Kalispell.
Kalispell Police Chief Jordan Venezio says officers responded to the 400 block of South Meridian Road for a shooting that happened at approximately 3:20 p.m.
One person was taken to Logan Health to be treated for injuries.
KPD took a suspect into custody with Venezio noting this shooting appears to have been an isolated incident and it's not believed to be any danger to the public.
There is a large police presence in the area as the investigation continues.
Venezio stated in a news release that additional information will be released as it becomes available.
