Yellowstone County names deputy in Blue Creek Road shooting

Deputy on administrative leave during internal review of incident

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office has identified the deputy involved in a shooting incident on Blue Creek Road on Friday night. The deputy, whose name has not been released, is currently on administrative leave while the case undergoes an internal review by the sheriff's office. No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.

Why it matters

Officer-involved shootings are a sensitive and high-profile issue, with increased scrutiny on law enforcement's use of force. This incident will likely prompt further investigation and review to determine if the deputy's actions were justified.

The details

The shooting occurred on Blue Creek Road in Yellowstone County on Friday evening. The deputy involved has been placed on administrative leave, a standard procedure during the internal review process. The sheriff's office has not released any additional details about the circumstances leading up to the shooting or the identity of the deputy at this time.

  • The shooting incident occurred on Friday, February 7, 2026.

The players

Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the officer-involved shooting incident.

Deputy

The Yellowstone County sheriff's deputy who was involved in the shooting on Blue Creek Road. The deputy's identity has not been released.

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What’s next

The Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office will continue its internal review of the incident to determine if the deputy's actions were justified.

The takeaway

This officer-involved shooting highlights the need for thorough investigation and transparency when such incidents occur, in order to maintain public trust in law enforcement.