The massive vandalism that struck a family owned property in southern Blaine County has generated significant interest throughout the region and in a recent press release by the Blaine County Sheriff Department a brief update was provided.

The Press Release stated, "On August 18, 2022, the Blaine County Sheriff's Office responded to a vandalism call in south Blaine County. During the investigation, it became apparent that the Blaine County vandalism case was attached to another vandalism case in Chouteau County, and a Poaching case being investigated by Fish Wildlife and Parks. Chouteau County Sheriff's Office, Fish Wildlife and Parks, Blaine County, The Tri-Agency Task Force, Hill County, and Havre Police Department, have been working together in the investigation." The release concluded by stating, "Evidence has been recovered, suspects have been identified, and the case investigation is ongoing. We would like to thank the communities for their support and encourage everyone to reach out with any further information on this or any other case."

It is noted that the case is progressing quickly, and it is paramount the investigation is completed in the proper procedural format that allows investigators to gather and submit evidence to the County Attorney without any information being compromised. The goal is to complete a successful investigation that will lead to a proper conviction. When warrants have been issued, arrests have been made, charges have been filed and subject(s) are charged and in custody, the Blaine County Sheriff's Office will release a further update.