A man was found dead in a tent in Montana in an apparent homicide case initially reported as a bear attack. The victim, Dustin Mitchell Kjersem, was found with multiple chop wounds to his skull and flesh. Authorities are treating the case as a homicide after determining there was no bear activity at the scene. Kjersem was last seen two days before his body was discovered by a friend, who reported the death as a bear attack. Kjersem’s sister, Jillian Price, described him as a skilled tradesman and loving father, and she urged the community to help find his killer. No suspects have been identified, and authorities are seeking public assistance in the investigation. They have asked anyone with information or game and trail cameras in the area to come forward. The sheriff’s office emphasized the importance of even the smallest detail in the investigation and warned residents and visitors to remain vigilant in the woods and report any suspicious activity. Authorities are uncertain if there is a threat to the community but are asking for information from the public to help further the investigation. Detective Nate Kamerman stated that Kjersem’s tent was well-kept and well-equipped, indicating that he had planned to spend the weekend camping with his friend. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office.
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