Jesse Lewis Arrested in Missoula as Fugitive Wanted for Deliberate Homicide in Kentucky
Missoula, MT – The Missoula Police Department has apprehended a fugitive wanted for deliberate homicide in Clark County, Kentucky. The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Jesse Lewis, was arrested after a coordinated response involving multiple law enforcement units, including the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team.
According to a statement released by the Missoula Police Department, authorities received a tip regarding the possible presence of a wanted individual in the Missoula area. The intelligence indicated that Lewis, who was the subject of an outstanding homicide warrant, may have been residing or hiding out locally.
Acting on this information, law enforcement swiftly mobilized and located the suspect in the 2200 block of Mullan Road. Given the severity of the charges and potential danger to the public, the Missoula Police Department requested the assistance of SWAT to ensure a safe and secure operation.
As a precautionary measure, a shelter-in-place order was issued for residents in the immediate vicinity. Officers moved in carefully, maintaining strict control of the area to prevent any risk to civilians or officers.
Despite the serious nature of the charges against him, Lewis was taken into custody without incident. Authorities praised the coordination and professionalism of all units involved in the arrest, noting that the operation concluded peacefully thanks to meticulous planning and execution.
Jesse Lewis is now in custody and awaiting extradition to Kentucky, where he faces charges of deliberate homicide stemming from a case in Clark County. Details regarding the original homicide case have not yet been disclosed by Kentucky authorities.
Missoula Police have expressed gratitude to the public for their cooperation during the brief shelter-in-place and reassured residents that there is no ongoing threat related to this incident.
The case remains under investigation, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.