Billings Police Launch Homicide Investigation After Woman Found Dead on Sioux Lane

BILLINGS, MONTANA – A welfare check in the 300 block of Sioux Lane has escalated into a homicide investigation after Billings Police discovered a suspicious death on Saturday, August 24. Officers responded to a call around 4:00 p.m. regarding a woman who had not been seen for some time and concerns of possible suspicious activity linked to her absence.

Upon arriving at the residence, officers found the body of a 52-year-old woman, whose identity remains undisclosed. Also present at the scene was a 45-year-old man, identified as Shane Roberts, who was immediately detained by police. As the investigation unfolded, Roberts was formally charged with deliberate homicide and is currently held at the Yellowstone County Detention Facility.

The Billings Police Department confirmed on Sunday morning that the case had officially been upgraded to a homicide investigation. The Investigations Unit has now taken over the case as authorities work to determine the circumstances leading to the victim’s death.

The police department has yet to release further details, including the identity of the deceased woman. The nature of the suspicious activity reported to authorities and any potential motive behind the alleged homicide remain under investigation.

This incident marks a grim chapter in the Billings community, as neighbors and residents express shock over the tragic discovery. With Shane Roberts now in custody, the community awaits further updates as investigators continue to gather evidence and piece together what transpired in the Sioux Lane residence. The Billings Police Department has urged anyone with information related to this case to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.

As more details emerge, this case serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance in recognizing and reporting suspicious behavior that could help prevent tragedies like this. For now, the focus remains on uncovering the truth behind this tragic loss as investigators work diligently to bring closure to the victim’s loved ones.