The teenager was expected to be charged in connection with the fatal shooting in Polson

POLSON — A teenage suspect is expected to be charged in connection with a fatal shooting that happened early Christmas morning in Polson.

Polson Police Chief George Simpson says the shooting happened at about 3:30 a.m. on Dec. 25 at an apartment complex in the 1000 block of Fourth Street West.

Chief Simpson says law enforcement has determined that Sheldon Fisher, 31, of Pablo, was fatally shot during a disturbance involving several people.

“Following a swift and coordinated effort by local and tribal authorities, arrests were made on the same day,” Chief Simpson said in a news release.

Chief Simpson says a 17-year-old is expected to be formally charged by the Lake County District Attorney’s office later this week and is set to be arraigned next week.

The Polson Police Department continues to investigate the fatal shooting and no further information is being released at this time.

Anyone with additional information about the shooting is asked to contact Polson Police Detective Cody Doyle at 406-883-7301 or [email protected].

Polson Police Chief George Simpson issued the following statement Monday:

“On behalf of the Polson Police Department, I want to extend my sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Sheldon Fisher during this unimaginable time. This senseless act of violence on a day meant for peace and unity has deeply shaken our community.

I also want to acknowledge the outstanding collaboration between the agencies involved in this investigation. Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Flathead Tribal Police, Montana Highway Patrol, Ronan Police Department, St. Ignatius, the respective dispatch and first responder services and the Lake County District Attorney’s Office worked tirelessly alongside our officers to ensure that justice was served and the community remained safe.

Their professionalism and dedication during the holiday season – stepping away from their families to protect and serve – is a testament to the strength of our Mission Valley law enforcement team.

The Polson Police Department will continue to work diligently to uncover all the facts surrounding this incident. As we do so, we ask that the public respect the privacy of the victim’s family and allow law enforcement to conduct their work thoroughly and effectively.”

The Polson Police Department, Lake County Sheriff’s Office, Flathead Tribal Police and Montana Highway Patrol responded to the scene.