Timothy Telnas Sexual Assault Case

A message to the other victims of Timothy Telnas, and to the community of Missoula

I’ve gone back and forth about whether or not to post this, but I feel like I owe it to the other people he hurt. Two years ago, I shared here that Tim Telnas would be released pre-trial in connection to charges of sexual intercourse without consent of two minors. At the time, I said I was sharing it for one of my “cousins,” because I was terrified that my identity might be revealed and that I’d face backlash. I am one of the victims. Through this process, I’ve learned that there are at least two other victims. I just want to say that I am so deeply sorry. I’m sorry for not reporting his actions sooner. I’m sorry that my silence allowed him to hurt other people. I don’t know who you are, but I hope you know that I am truly, incredibly sorry. I wish I could tell you that in person. During his plea change today, I found out that he had a victim as recently as 2024, and as far back as 2004. I felt blindsided because my sister and I were unaware that there are other known victims. Today, he plead guilty to the charges involving me and my sister. When I made my original post two years ago, I did it because Tim was saying he was looking for work, and I was terrified that he might be allowed into someone’s home and hurt someone else. After his sentencing, he will go to Montana State Prison. I’m sharing this now to raise awareness and to reach the others he harmed. You are not forgotten. Although I'm terrified to read my statement out loud, I will do it to fight for accountability for all of us. If any of his victims wish to reach out to me, I would like the opportunity to apologize and express my deepest sympathy for what you endured. Please know that I would never identify you or share your name anywhere. And if you don’t wish to reach out, I completely understand. I just hope that you see this and know that I am so, so sorry. [https://webapps.missoulacounty.us/jailroster/ChargesDetail.aspx?BookingNo=MF%2bpldoJWtU4OSzTPdHOqj8%2fZB0%3d](https://webapps.missoulacounty.us/jailroster/ChargesDetail.aspx?BookingNo=MF%2bpldoJWtU4OSzTPdHOqj8%2fZB0%3d)