Great Falls Police Seek Witnesses to Fatal Motorcycle Crash

Authorities request help identifying a potential witness vehicle in the deadly collision

Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:09pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a motorcycle part or piece of evidence from the crash site, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.Investigators comb the scene of a fatal motorcycle crash in Great Falls, seeking eyewitness accounts and video evidence to determine the cause.Great Falls Today

The Great Falls Police Department is asking the public for assistance in locating witnesses to a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a truck that occurred yesterday at the intersection of 3rd St. NW and 16th Ave NW. The motorcycle driver was transported to the hospital but tragically died from their injuries. Police have released a photo of a black vehicle, possibly a Jeep, that they believe may have witnessed the incident and are urging the driver to come forward.

Why it matters

Gathering eyewitness accounts and video evidence is crucial for crash investigators to determine the exact sequence of events and circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. The police are seeking the public's help to ensure a thorough investigation and provide closure for the victim's family.

The details

According to the police statement, officers and emergency crews responded to the crash scene yesterday afternoon. The motorcycle driver was transported to Benefis Health System Emergency Department but did not survive. Crash Investigator O'Brien is now requesting that anyone who may have captured the incident on dashcam or cell phone video, or who can identify the driver of the black vehicle seen in the provided photo, come forward to provide their account of what happened.

  • The fatal crash occurred yesterday (April 9, 2026) at approximately 3:00 PM.

The players

Great Falls Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal motorcycle crash and seeking the public's assistance.

Crash Investigator O'Brien

The lead investigator on the case who is requesting witnesses to come forward with information or video footage of the incident.

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What they’re saying

“The driver is not suspected in any way of being involved in the crash, just a witness.”

— Great Falls Police Department

What’s next

Crash Investigator O'Brien is urging anyone with information or video related to the incident to call 406-781-8923 or contact the Great Falls Police Department on social media.

The takeaway

This tragic crash highlights the importance of eyewitness accounts and video evidence in helping law enforcement thoroughly investigate serious incidents. The Great Falls community is being called upon to assist the police in gathering the necessary information to determine what led to this fatal collision.