GILLETTE, Wyo. — Here is a summary of notable crimes in and around Gillette yesterday, Nov. 18, obtained through law enforcement reports compiled by the Gillette Police Department and the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.
Crash, Nov. 18, South 4-J Road, GPD
Officers responded to the area of South 4-J Road and Vivian Street for a report of a two-vehicle collision around 12:53 p.m., Gillette Deputy Police Chief Brent Wasson said. A 17-year-old girl in a 2006 Chrysler reportedly rear-ended an 18-year-old woman in a 2004 Honda. The damage exceeded $1,000, and officers issued the 17-year-old a written warning.
Crash, Nov. 18, West 4-J Road, GPD
No citations were issued and no injuries were reported following a two-vehicle collision near West 4-J Road and Oakcrest Drive around 5:11 p.m., Wasson said. A 33-year-old woman was operating her 2017 Nissan when she was struck from behind by a 16-year-old boy in a 2002 Pontiac. The damage exceeded $1,000.
Crash, Nov. 18, Highway 59, GPD
A 15-year-old girl reportedly caused a two-vehicle collision after allegedly attempting to merge on Highway 59 near 9th Street yesterday evening, Wasson said. The girl reportedly tried to merge into the northbound lane in a 2014 Nissan, striking the side of a 2020 Dodge Ram operated by a 26-year-old man. No injuries were reported, no citations were issued and the damage exceeded $1,000.
Drugs, Nov. 18, Campbell County, CCSO
Deputies responded to Stroup’s Mobile Home Park around 7:51 p.m. after receiving a tip of potential drug activity, Undersheriff Quentin Reynolds said. They reportedly found methamphetamine paraphernalia and various amounts of meth in a home where a juvenile resided. A 39-year-old woman was ultimately arrested for two counts of felony drug possession and felony child endangerment.
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.
