A massive manhunt is underway in a rugged, mountainous region of Montana for Michael Paul Brown, a 45-year-old military veteran accused of fatally shooting four people. The search stretched into its second day on Saturday, with multiple law enforcement agencies using helicopters and ground crews to scour the area near the small town of Anaconda.
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🚨 The Search for the Suspect
The search is concentrated on an area west of Anaconda, after the suspect, Michael Paul Brown, allegedly fled the scene of the crime in a white pickup truck that he later ditched. Authorities have released surveillance images of Brown, urging residents to stay on high alert. The photos show a man described as “gaunt, barefoot, wearing nothing but black shorts.”
A large number of local, state, and federal agencies are involved in the search, including the FBI, ATF, and U.S. Marshals.
👮♂️ A Message from Law Enforcement
Anaconda Police Chief Bill Sather released a message to the community, thanking citizens for their patience during a “stressful and tragic time.” He advised that while it is okay for residents to go about their business in town, they should remain cautious and report anything suspicious to 911 immediately.
“The impact of the loss like this is far and wide in a community like ours,” Chief Sather said, expressing condolences to the families and friends of the four victims. The Governor of Montana also issued a statement, asking for prayers for the victims and the “brave law enforcement officers responding to this tragedy.”
📄 What We Know About the Shooting
The shooting occurred Friday morning at the Owl Bar in Anaconda. According to the bar’s owner, who was not present at the time, the four victims were the bartender and three patrons.
The Associated Press reports that the suspect, Michael Paul Brown, lived next door to the bar. The owner was not aware of any prior conflicts between Brown and the victims.
🎖️ The Suspect’s Military Background
According to information provided to the Associated Press, Michael Paul Brown is a military veteran. His service history includes:
- U.S. Army: Served as an armor crewman from 2001 to 2005.
- Deployment: Deployed to Iraq from early 2004 until March 2005.
- Montana National Guard: Served from 2006 to March 2009, leaving the military at the rank of Sergeant.
Authorities are continuing to search for Brown and have urged the public to remain vigilant.
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