HELENA — A man was killed and an officer is recovering after being stabbed following a late-night incident in downtown Helena on Saturday, November 2, 2024.
According to the Helena Police Department, officers were dispatched to Jester’s Bar at 200 North Rodney for a report of a person refusing to leave who was barricaded in the bathroom.
Officers say the man brandished a knife when they tried to talk with him, which led to an officer using their Taser to detain the man.
The man allegedly then stabbed one of the officers and the officers shot him.
The report states officers rendered medical aid to the man, but he died at the scene.
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The injured officer was taken to St. Peter's Health for treatment and is stable.
The identity of the deceased and the officers involved have not been released.
Following department protocol, the involved officers have been placed on administrative leave. The Lewis & Clark County Sheriff's Office is conducting the investigation into the incident to ensure transparency.
"Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the individuals involved and affected by this tragic incident. This incident impacts our entire community, and we want to make sure we are thinking of everyone during this time," said Chief of Police Brett Petty.
We will update you when we get more information.
