Richland County Crime of the Week

On March 5th at about 10:38 a.m., the Richland County Sheriff's Office received a report of the theft of two pickups from 510 10th Ave. SE. Upon investigating this incident, it was found that missing from the business located at that address was a 2008 Ford F-250 white 4 door pickup with a short flatbed with Montana plates 27-7584D (expired). Also reported missing was a 2014 Ford F-450 white 4 door pickup with a long style flatbed with Montana plates 27-6660C. Pickups were taken between 5 p.m. March 4 and 4 a.m. March 5. One of the vehicles had a gas card in the vehicle and there was an attempt to purchase fuel with it in Williston, ND at about 6:30 a.m. on March 5.

As with any investigation it is possible that a member of the public saw, received information or heard something that may assist investigators with the investigation of this matter. Crimestoppers believes that someone may have information on the theft of these two pickups. If you have knowledge or information on any crimes in Richland County, contact CRIMESTOPPERS at 433-6666 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. You can also contact Crimestoppers in Richland County anytime (24/7) by going to our New Crimestoppers website at http://www.richlandcs.com. Submit a Web Tip or by texting the code "CSRC plus your message to: 274637 (CRIMES). You can also contact the Richland County Sheriff's Office at 406-433-2919. You may be eligible for a Cash reward of up to $1,000.

The new Richland County Crimestoppers restarted in 2013 and has already paid individuals providing information to law enforcement that led to the arrest of those committing crimes in Richland County.

Richland County Crimestoppers has a new Web and Facebook page, please check it out.

Check the Wanted Person section of the Richland County Crimestoppers website each week for those wanted in Richland County. At least one new entry will be posted each week with a photo if available. Crimestoppers is asking for information that would help lead to the arrest of those with an active warrant in Richland County.

Remember: As with all Crimestoppers tips, calls are not recorded and the call will remain confidential.

Update on stolen vehicle: The 2014 Ford F450 white long style flatbed pickup has been located with one in custody after a pursuit in Richland County.  The Ford F250 is still missing and listed has a stolen vehicle.  Will give additional information when available.