Nick Chrestenson is the News Director for Townsquare Media Missoula and has been with the company since 2015. He started out as an intern and then graduated from the University of Montana School of Journalism. He typically writes about crime in our community. He lives in Missoula, Montana, and is in no hurry to leave. During spring and summer, he enjoys golfing and spending time on Flathead Lake with friends and family. During fall and winter, you can find him cheering on the Griz inside Washington-Grizzly Stadium.
Nick Chrestenson
Montana Trooper Receives Medal of Valor for Hostage Situation
"There is no doubt that Trooper Tafoya saved many lives on this day."
Drunk Driver Does Doughnuts and Crashes Into a Snowbank in Missoula
A Montana Highway Patrol Trooper was dispatched to a call for an intoxicated male being aggressive toward others at a bonfire.
Man Impersonates FBI Agent, Runs Cars Off Busy Missoula Roads
Officers were dispatched to a report of a person that was attempting to stop other vehicles and claiming he was law enforcement.
Wanted Man Steals Vehicle, Drives 106 MPH on a Busy Missoula Road
A Missoula Police Department was contacted by dispatch for a report of a stolen vehicle.
Man Steals Beer From Missoula Business Despite Being Trespassed
A Missoula Police Department Officer spoke with a loss prevention officer.
Man Resists Arrest, Makes Sexual References to Missoula Police
Missoula Police Department Officers were dispatched to a call about a criminal mischief taking place at an apartment complex.
Trespasser Steals Missoula Shelter’s Phone, Disables Cameras
A Missoula Police Department Officer was dispatched to the Johnson Street Warming Shelter.
Probationer Caught With Psilocybin Mushrooms in Missoula
A Missoula Police Department Officer was contacted by Montana Probation and Parole regarding a request for assistance.
Missoula Crime Report: Shootout in a Residential Neighborhood
Two drivers were chasing each other all over town.
Man Pretends to be a Federal Agent, Flashes Gun at Missoula Bar
Missoula Police Department Officers were dispatched to a bar for a report of a male refusing to leave.
Missoula Drunk Driver Had No License, Insurance, or Registration
A Missoula Police Department Officer was patrolling in the Miller Creek area.
Man Punches Manager and Bites Security at a Missoula Business
An officer found employees and security personnel holding a male down to the ground.