Crime scene clue could help solve young dad’s camping trip murder as killer remains on the loose – Fox News
Crime scene clue could help solve young dad's camping trip murder as killer remains on the loose Fox News
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Montana Police Searching for Items and Suspect in Homicide Case
Montana police are looking for a large axe and other items they believe were taken from a crime scene near Big Sky, where a 35-year-old father was murdered while camping.
Dustin Kjersem was found dead in his tent about two and a half miles up Moose Creek Road on Saturday, Oct. 12. His friend who found him and called 911 initially believed he had suffered from a bear attack, but authorities quickly determined it was a homicide.
Items Believed to Have Been Removed from the Crime Scene
- An Estwing camp axe, blue and silver, likely with a 26-inch handle
- A Remington Model 11-87 12-gauge shotgun, wood stock
- A Ruger Blackhawk .44 Magnum revolver, blued 4 5/8-inch barrel, wood grips
- An orange YETI Tundra 45 cooler
OUTDOOR-LOVING FAMILY OF MAN KILLED IN TENT AFRAID TO CAMP WITH KILLER ON THE LOOSE
Authorities Request Public Assistance
Authorities are asking for the public to be on the lookout for an Estwing camp axe, blue and silver, likely with a 26-inch handle, believed to have been removed from the scene of the crime. (Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office)
Authorities are also asking the public to be on the lookout for an orange YETI Tundra 45 cooler. (Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office)
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“If you see these items, don’t touch them and immediately report them,” police added.
Autopsies showed that Kjersem sustained “multiple chop wounds, which led to his death,” police said.
MONTANA MAN CAMPING NEAR BIG SKY FOUND DEAD IN TENT AFTER ‘VICIOUS ATTACK,’ POLICE SAY
Dustin Kjersem was found dead in his tent while camping in Montana. Police described it as a “vicious attack.” (Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office)
The Moose Creek area is a popular hunting and camping location. Kjersem’s sister, Jillian Price, told Fox News Digital that her brother was an avid outdoorsman.
“He was born in Montana, raised in Montana. All of us, we loved the outdoors more than anything,” Price said. “You know, his life fishing, snowboarding, camping. He was well-prepared. He knew what he was doing. He’s been out there by himself. I mean, so many times. So many times.”
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Dustin Kjersem’s pickup truck was found after his body was discovered. (Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office)
A fundraiser Price started in support of her brother’s children describes him as “a loving, helpful, and adoring father.”
Kjersem was last seen on Oct. 10 in the afternoon, leaving in his Ford F-150 to go camping. He had plans to meet up with a friend the next day but never made that meeting. The friend went looking for Kjersem and eventually found his body, authorities said.
“People have asked me if there is a threat to this community, and the answer is, we don’t know,” Gallatin County Sheriff Dan Springer said in a news conference. “We do know that someone was out there who killed someone in a very heinous way.”
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Lone Peak and Moonlight Basin Ski Resorts near Big Sky, Montana. (TMI/Alamy Stock Photo)
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Police are still seeking information from anyone who was in the area between Thursday, Oct. 10 and Saturday, Oct. 12.
“The Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the homicide of Dustin Kjersem,” police said. “We appreciate the information that has been provided by the community and multiple leads are being investigated.”
Dustin Kjersem and his daughter. Kjersem was brutally killed while camping near Big Sky, Montana. (GoFundMe)
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Authorities asked anyone with information about the incident or the items listed to contact the GCSO Detectives Division at 406-582-2121 or by email at detectives@gallatin.mt.gov.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- SDG 16.1: Reduce violence and related death rates
- SDG 11.7: Provide universal access to safe, inclusive, and accessible green and public spaces
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- Number of homicides or violent crimes in the area
- Availability and accessibility of green and public spaces in the area
4. Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | Target 16.1: Reduce violence and related death rates | Number of homicides or violent crimes in the area |
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.7: Provide universal access to safe, inclusive, and accessible green and public spaces | Availability and accessibility of green and public spaces in the area |
Explanation:
The article discusses a homicide that occurred in Montana while camping, which relates to SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. Specifically, Target 16.1 aims to reduce violence and related death rates, which is relevant to the crime discussed in the article. Additionally, the article mentions the popular hunting and camping location in the Moose Creek area, highlighting the importance of safe and accessible green and public spaces. This connects to SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, with Target 11.7 focusing on providing universal access to such spaces. The indicators mentioned in the article include the number of homicides or violent crimes in the area, which can be used to measure progress towards reducing violence, and the availability and accessibility of green and public spaces, which can be used to assess the achievement of universal access.
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