A manhunt is currently in progress after a deadly shooting at a bar in Anaconda, Montana, left four individuals dead. The shootout occurred at The Owl Bar around 10:30 AM local time, and the Montana Division of Criminal Investigation has confirmed the incident. The US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) is also on the scene, indicating the urgency surrounding the investigation.
The Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Law Enforcement Center identified the suspect as Michael Paul Brown, urging the public to avoid contact with him as he is "believed to be armed and dangerous." Residents in Anaconda have been advised to remain indoors and secure their homes. Local sheriff's departments have issued descriptions of Brown, detailing his attire, which includes a tie-dyed shirt and an orange bandana.
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte expressed his condolences on social media, encouraging prayers for the victims and support for the law enforcement officials working on the case. Meanwhile, the FBI has joined local authorities in the ongoing investigation, with reports confirming the deployment of police drones to aid the massive manhunt.
The Owl Bar, established in 1893 to cater to the copper workers of Anaconda, has previously been a significant community establishment. The shooting marks a tragic event in a town of less than 10,000 residents, drawing attention to the ongoing issue of gun violence in the United States.
