GILLETTE, Wyo. — Here is a summary of notable crimes in and around Gillette yesterday, June 27, obtained through law enforcement reports compiled by the Gillette Police Department and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Animal Problem, June 27, CCSO
The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office was called at 7:47 p.m. by a woman reporting her neighbor’s dog had gotten out and she currently had the dog with her. Deputies responded and took the dog, a black and brown male hound dog named Moose, to the shelter. Attempts to contact his owner were unsuccessful at that time, Undersheriff Quentin Reynolds said.
Narcotics, June 27, South Douglas Highway, GPD
A 2008 Chrysler was pulled over near the intersection of South Douglas Highway and 8th Street for expired registration. When making contact with the driver, a 33-year-old man, a free-air canine sniff was performed on the car. K-9 King indicated in the vehicle, and a search revealed eight-tenths of a gram of methamphetamine, two jars containing suspected methamphetamine residue and one gram of marijuana. Both the driver and his passenger, a 42-year-old woman, were arrested on multiple possession charges, and the driver was additionally charged for expired registration and no proof of insurance.
Crash with Injuries, June 27, South Douglas Highway, GPD
Officers responded to 7th Street and South Douglas Highway for a vehicle crash at 1:49 p.m. Thursday. A 36-year-old woman was driving north on South Douglas Highway in a 2004 Saturn when her attention was diverted and she crossed the intersection with 7th Street against a red light. She collided with a 2007 Saturn with two occupants, an 86-year-old man and an 87-year-old woman. All three parties were transported to Campbell County Health for minor injuries. The 36-year-old was cited for the red light violation and for driving without a valid license. The damage to both vehicles exceeded $1,000.
Through C17 Crime Clips, County 17 strives to provide our readers with the most detailed and comprehensive list of law enforcement interactions with the citizens of Gillette and Campbell County; however, some information will be withheld to protect the victims’ identities and to avoid compromising ongoing criminal investigations.
