CITY OF MISSOULA

POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Information Office

NEWS RELEASE
Date: March 31, 2024
Contact: Officer Whitney Bennett
Phone: 406-552-6290
E-Mail: bennettw@ci.missoula.mt.us

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fatal Crash Occurs at South 3rd St W and StonyBrook Drive.

Last night, just after 11:00 PM, the Missoula Police Department responded to a tragic incident in the vicinity of
South 3rd St W and StonyBrook Drive. The initial report indicated a collision involving a male operating a go-
cart and a Subaru Outback.

Upon arrival, an Officer discovered a 27-year-old male, who had been driving the go-cart, was fatally injured.
Despite immediate medical attention, the individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Missoula Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased
during this difficult time.

The driver of the Subaru, identified as a 17-year-old female, did not sustain any visible injuries but was
transported to a local hospital to verify she was uninjured.

Further assessments are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The Missoula
Police Department, in collaboration with Montana Highway Patrol, is diligently investigating the crash.
Members of the Missoula Police Department conducted forensic scans and evaluated potential factors
contributing to the accident.

Updates on the investigation will be provided as they become available.

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