AMW Case File
David Earl Burgert
Wanted For:
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Attempted Deliberate Homicide
Missoula , MT -
Assault with Weapon
Missoula , MT -
Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Person
Missoula , MT -
Fleeing From or Eluding a Peace Officer
Missoula , MT - More»
Possible Location(s):
- Colorado
- Missoula , MT
- Flathead County , MT
- Idaho
- Montana
Latest Airing:
Cops: Manhunt for Former Montana Militia Leader Underway
David Earl Burgert Jr. is wanted for the attempted murder of two Missoula County Sheriff's deputies. A former anti-government militia leader and experienced survivalist, Burgert is believed to be a serious threat to law enforcement. If you know anything about David Earl Burgert Jr, call 1-800-CRIME-TV.
Sex:
Male
Race:
White
Current Age:
49
Height:
6'02"
Weight:
250 lbs.
Hair (Color, Description, Facial Hair):
- Brown
Eyes:
- Brown
Other Phys. Characteristics:
- Burgert has chronic stomach problems and police say he constantly seeks medication to alleviate his pain.
Traits and Habits:
- Burgert is a skilled survivalist and outdoorsman.
- He has a penchant for guns and is a skilled marksman.
- Burgert has an adamant dislike for law enforcement and vocalizes his opinions openly.
- Police say he may be mentally unstable.
Location information:
- Burgert is a survivalist and may have taken refuge in Idaho or Montana's surrounding wilderness.
Last Seen:
- Colorado
- Canada
- Georgia
- Montana
- Alabama
Other Possible Locations:
- Colorado
- Missoula , MT
- Flathead County , MT
- Idaho
- Montana
Last updated February 26, 2011
David Earl Burgert
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David Earl Burgert Jr.has three felony warrants out for his arrest, as a result of his alleged June 12, 2011 shootout with Missoula County Sheriff's deputies.
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Flathead County Sheriff Jim DuPont seized a massive cache of firepower, ammunition, chemicals for composing bombs, body armor, survival gear, and military rations from Burgert's home after the exposure of Project 7 -- an anti-government militia formed by Burgert.
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Burgert fled this jeep just before engaging in the June 12, 2011 shootout with Missoula County Sheriff deputies.
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During search and seizure efforts after the exposure of Project 7, police discovered multiple campsites that Burgert had erected throughout Montana's National Forest--there may still be more out there.
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Burgert has erected natural shelters throughout Montana's wilderness, which he has stocked with survival gear. Police believe he may have taken refuge somewhere in Montana's forest.
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This mugshot of Burgert was taken after one of his many run-ins with Montana Law Enforcement.
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