Red Lodge on Edge: Is Someone Hunting Women After Dark?

People in Red Lodge are on high alert right now. Police say they’re investigating reports of a man who has been “attacking and chasing” women in the evenings and at night. The Carbon County Sheriff’s Office shared a Facebook post confirming that officers are aware of both the recent reports on social media and the latest incident.

Woman Escapes After Nighttime Attack in Red Lodge

According to a post in the Red Lodge Buzz Facebook group, a woman was walking home around 9 p.m. when a man cut her off with his car. He got out and tried to grab her, but she had a taser and used it to get away. Thankfully, she escaped, but the suspect also got away.

Similar Incident Reported in July Raises Concerns

This isn’t the first time something like this has been reported. A post in the same Facebook group described a July incident when another woman was chased to her home. The description of the man in both cases sounds very similar, making police believe the two incidents may be connected.

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Police Urge Public to Share Information

The Red Lodge Police Department is actively investigating and asking the community for help. Anyone with information or tips is asked to call Dispatch at 406-446-1234, option 1.

Red Lodge Community Urges Vigilance and Looking Out for Each Other

In the Red Lodge Buzz group, locals are urging each other to stay alert. One poster advised women to carry protection, always tell someone where they’re going, and stay aware of their surroundings. Men were encouraged to walk friends or girlfriends home and look out for anything suspicious. The message was clear: Red Lodge looks out for its own.

Red Lodge Unites Amid Ongoing Investigation

While the investigation is ongoing, people in Red Lodge are coming together to support one another. The tone from the community is one of unity: no one wants to see their town shaken by fear, and they're determined to protect each other until answers are found.