MPD Annual Report: Over 2,000 More Incidents in 2025

On April 24, 2026, the Missoula Police Department shared its 2025 Annual Report. Chief Mike Colyer said he is proud of this report and anxious to use it to further connect with our community. He said this report was created internally by members of their support staff and is just one example of the many important tasks they complete for the department.  

“In 2025, the MPD handled 57,039 incidents, up from 55,033 incidents in 2024,” Colyer said. “Crime rates are mixed across a wide variety of categories. For example, Robbery, Sexual Intercourse Without Consent, Theft and injury/fatal crashes are down. While homicide is unchanged, Aggravated Assault, Disorderly Conduct, Misdemeanor Assault and Partner/Family Member Assault are up.” 

Colyer said MPD participates in the Rocky Mountain High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (RMHIDTA) Task Force.  

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Significant Increases in Drug Seizures

“These federal, state and local investigators continue to make significant seizures to combat illicit drugs,” Colyer said. “After a steady decline in methamphetamine seizures from 2022-2024, in 2025 the RMHIDTA task force showed a 111% increase in methamphetamine seizures and 112% increase in cocaine seizures. Interestingly, this year showed a decrease of 85% in fentanyl pill seizures, yet an increase of 37% in fentanyl powder.” 

As MPD continues to evaluate new technologies, Colyer said the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drone) program is proving to be invaluable.  

“In 2025, we flew 171 missions, a record number of flights for this young program,” Colyer said. “The most common use is for active pursuits, perimeter and containments, and search and rescue missions. Also, we have found it to be an excellent force avoidance tool by using it for building searches to reduce high-risk face-to-face encounters between officers and suspects.” 

Although they are constantly looking for ways to avoid force, like the drone program, Colyer said force is an unfortunate reality of law enforcement.  

Commitment to Restraint in Use of Force

“We’ve continued our pattern of restraint and excellent decision-making in 2025 where we used force in less than one percent of total incidents and we captured 100% of these force incidents on video,” Colyer said. “We understand the great responsibility this special authority bestows upon us, and we are committed to maintaining our high standards by reviewing every force incident.” 

This past spring, Colyer said the City of Missoula finalized a compensation package with the Missoula Police Officers Association.  

“After this wage increase, we enjoyed the most successful recruitment cycle in many years,” Colyer said. “This hiring cycle has filled eight vacant officer positions so far in 2026 and we anticipate it may fill future vacancies. The financial support from Mayor Davis’ Office and the City Council indicates a direct impact both on recruiting new applicants into the profession and attracting current officers from other agencies.” 

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Colyer said it continues to be his honor to lead the Missoula Police Department. 

“I hope you enjoy this report and find it informative regarding the incredible work of our sworn and non-sworn employees,” Colyer said. 

Here is the full MPD Annual Report.