MISSOULA — A 34-year-old Missoula man is facing several charges after fleeing from law enforcement in northern Idaho on Monday afternoon.
The Idaho State Police reports the incident began at approximately 2 p.m. after the Shoshone County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a possible drunk driving incident involving a 2005 Honda Civic.
Shoshone County deputies found the vehicle and attempted to initiate a traffic stop on I-90 near mile marker 45. ISP reports a pursuit began after the driver did not stop. During the chase, it was determined that the car had been reported stolen on Monday.
ISP took over the pursuit near mile marker in Kootenai County and troopers used spike strips, “effectively deflating the tires,” according to a news release. A Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) was eventually used to stop the vehicle. The driver was then arrested and taken to the Kootenai County jail in Coeur d'Alene.
The Missoula man — whose name has not been released — is being held on several pending charges, including Felony Eluding, Driving Under the Influence and Felony Possession of Stolen Property.
The Idaho State Police are continuing to investigate the incident.
Update:
Authorities are asking for your help locating Butters, a 14-year-old Miniature Schnauzer, that went missing from a stolen vehicle involved in a police chase on I-90 in northern Idaho.
The vehicle, a 2005 Honda Civic, was reported stolen in Missoula on Monday. Following a lengthy pursuit through Idaho, the 34-year-old suspect was eventually maneuvered to a stop in Kootenai County where he is currently being held in jail on multiple felony charges.
When police recovered the car in Idaho, Butters was not inside of the vehicle. Her owner, Kelly Wolle, is desperate for her return — but says the suspect has refused to provide any details on the dog's whereabouts, according to a press release.
If you have any information, contact Kelly Wolle at 406-880-9559 or your local law enforcement agency.
