Suspect in custody after threats prompt SWAT response in Kalispell
JACK UNDERHILL | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 1 month, 4 weeks AGO
Law enforcement and a Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team tactical vehicle are shown at the scene of an incident at Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)
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Law enforcement respond to an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)
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A Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team Lenco Bearcat tactical vehicle at the scene of an incident at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)
Casey Kreider
Law enforcement fly a drone over an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)
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Law enforcement prepare to fly a drone over over an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)
Casey Kreider
Law enforcement watch footage from a drone hovering over an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)
Casey Kreider
Law enforcement watch footage from a drone hovering over an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)
Casey Kreider
KALISPELL GOVERNMENT, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION REPORTER Jack Underhill covers Kalispell city government, housing and transportation for the Daily Inter Lake. His reporting focuses on how local policy decisions affect residents and the rapidly growing Flathead Valley. Underhill has reported on housing challenges, infrastructure issues and regional service providers across Montana. His work also includes accountability reporting on complex community issues and public institutions. Originally from Massachusetts, Underhill graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a degree in Journalism before joining the Inter Lake. In his free time, Underhill enjoys mountain biking around the valley, skiing up on Big Mountain or exploring Glacier National Park. IMPACT: Jack’s work helps residents understand how growth, housing and infrastructure decisions affect the future of their community. | August 4, 2026 2:12 PM
A suspect is in custody after the Kalispell Police Department responded Monday afternoon to reports of a man threatening violence.
Kalispell Resident Brian Weidner, 43, was taken into custody without incident following negotiations and is being held in the county jail on a pending felony intimidation charge.
Authorities had urged the public to avoid the 1800 block of Airport Road while law enforcement officers operated in the neighborhood. The Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team was called in to assist.
When law enforcement personnel contacted Weidner, he reportedly threatened them with violence.
Felony intimidation punishable by up to 10 years in prison and up to a $50,000 fine.
Following Weidner’s arrest, city police officials thanked the Flathead County Sheriff's Office for its help along with the public for avoiding the area.
Kalispell Police Chief Jordan Venezio wrote in a Tuesday email to the Inter Lake that no additional information was available.
Reporter Jack Underhill can be reached at 406-758-4407 or [email protected]. If you value local journalism, pledge your support at dailyinterlake.com/support.
Law enforcement respond to an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)Casey Kreider
A Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team Lenco Bearcat tactical vehicle at the scene of an incident at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)Casey Kreider
Law enforcement fly a drone over an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)Casey Kreider
Law enforcement prepare to fly a drone over over an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)Casey Kreider
Law enforcement watch footage from a drone hovering over an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)Casey Kreider
Law enforcement watch footage from a drone hovering over an incident involving the Northwest Montana Regional SWAT Team at the Courtyard Apartments in Kalispell on Monday, Aug. 3. (Casey Kreider/Daily Inter Lake)Casey Kreider
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