Shots fired, investigation underway

Sarah Dettmer | Great Falls Tribune

The Great Falls Police Department responded to the 800 block of 7th Ave. S. Saturday evening after receiving calls about shots fired.

The incident is under investigation.

After arriving on the scene at approximately 9:30 p.m., police officers found evidence to confirm five to six shots were fired during an altercation. Police believe the public is not at risk and the incident likely occurred between parties who know one another. Officials do not believe the incident was random.

No one was injured during the large-scale disturbance.

Police could not immediately locate the involved parties and are still searching for suspects. At this time, there is no one in custody. Names of the suspects have not been released as the investigation is ongoing.