Woman Hospitalized After Gunshot Wound in Missoula County

Authorities say they have identified all involved parties and there is no ongoing public threat.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Missoula County Sheriff's Office responded to a local hospital on Saturday morning after receiving a report of a woman who had sustained a gunshot wound to her arm. The incident occurred near Zaugg Drive in Bonner, in the West Riverside area of the county.

Why it matters

Gun violence incidents, even isolated ones, are concerning for the local community and raise questions about public safety. The sheriff's office's quick response and assurance that there is no ongoing threat helps provide some reassurance to residents.

The details

According to the sheriff's office, the incident took place around 6:50 a.m. on Saturday morning. Authorities have identified all parties involved and stated there is no continuing danger to the public.

  • The incident occurred around 6:50 a.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Missoula County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the reported gunshot incident and is leading the investigation.

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The takeaway

While the details of this isolated incident remain under investigation, the sheriff's office's swift response and assurance of no ongoing public threat helps provide some reassurance to the Missoula community.