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2020


Man found dead in South St. Vrain Canyon after a brief search January 22, 2020 The body of a missing 28-year-old Longmont man was found early this morning; no foul play is suspected Lyons, Colo.... read more →
Residential structure fire in the 7,000 block of Park Circle January 7, 2020 One resident sustained minor injuries - Today at 8:22 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call... read more →
Hiker Rescued from Lion’s Lair Trail January 2, 2020 - On Thursday, January 2, 2020, at approximately 11:26 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a hiker who had injured... read more →

2019


Motor Vehicle Crash December 17, 2019 Vehicle Crashes into James Creek - On Tuesday, December 17, 2019, at approximately 7:15 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →
Female found deceased near Gross Reservoir in Boulder County December 9, 2019 Missing Louisville woman found deceased - Early this morning, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received information from the Denver... read more →
Male found deceased in car by deputy at Peak to Peak Highway near Gold Hill Road December 8, 2019 - On Saturday, December 7, 2019 at approximately 2:00 p.m., a patrol deputy with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was... read more →
UPDATE: Bomb threat causes evacuation of Niwot High School December 5, 2019 UPDATE: Juvenile suspect arrested and taken to the Juvenile Assessment Center - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office responded to a bomb... read more →
Bomb threat causes evacuation of Niwot High School December 3, 2019 Nothing suspicious found at the school - On the evening of December 2, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received two... read more →
Boulder County Communications Center updates phone system November 19, 2019 Phone tree added to non-emergency line to help direct callers - The Boulder County Communications Center (dispatch) has updated the.... read more →
Male found deceased near southwest Boulder climbing area November 16, 2019 Hikers find deceased male west of NCAR Mesa Laboratory - On Saturday, November 16 at around 8:07 a.m., the Boulder... read more →
Fire damages home in Boulder County November 16, 2019 No injuries reported in fire that damaged a Boulder home - On Saturday, November 16 at around 10:16 a.m., the... read more →
Deceased Male Found Inside a Vehicle November 12, 2019 A 37 Year-old Male Was Found Deceased Inside of His Vehicle in Niwot - On November 12, 2019 at... read more →
Deceased male found outside a vehicle on the Peak to Peak Highway November 12, 2019 - At approximately 7:22 a.m. this morning, the Boulder County Communications Center received a phone call via OnStar reporting an.... read more →
Trailer fire in the 7400 Blk. of Valmont Road, One Deceased November 3, 2019 Trailer Fire in Unincorporated Boulder County - The Boulder County Communications Center received a call at 10:09 a.m. this morning about... read more →
Body located in the 9000 block of Ute Highway November 1, 2019 A deceased male was found lying next to the road - At approximately 11:45 a.m. this morning, emergency personnel from... read more →
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day October 22, 2019 Drop off unwanted prescription medication at DEA drug collection events on Saturday - Boulder County residents can drop off... read more →
RTD bus driver flags down a deputy after a distubance October 22, 2019 RTD bus driver flags down a deputy after a disturbance. No one was injured in an altercation that occured on an... read more →
Stranded climber rescued in Chautauqua Park, BoulkderCounty, CO October 20, 2019 Stranded climber rescued in Chautauqua Park, Boulder County, CO 24 year old climber rescued from the first Flatiron - On October... read more →
Cherryvale disturbance October 19, 2019 Thirty year-old male dies from suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound. - On October 19, 2019, at approximately 08:30 am,... read more →
Rescue on Mt. Sanitas Summit October 19, 2019 Injured Runner on Mt. Sanitas Summit Rescued - On Friday 10-18-2019 at approximately 2:42 p.m. members of Boulder Mountain Fire... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office seeks potential victims October 18, 2019 - In July of this year, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office issued a warrant for the arrest of Michael David... read more →
Suspect in multi-county crime spree arrested October 10, 2019 Several law enforcement agencies joined forces to investigate - Since the beginning of October 2019, detectives from the Boulder County... read more →
Deceased male found in unincorporated Boulder County in Farmers Ditch October 7, 2019 - Today, at 11:58 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call regarding a body that was found... read more →
Wanted man rams sheriff’s vehicle in attempt to flee before being taken into custody October 4, 2019 Wanted man rams sheriff's vehicle in attempt to flee before being taken into custody No one was injured in the altercation... read more →
Climbers stuck in Eldorado Canyon State Park September 30, 2019 Stuck Climbers in Eldorado Canyon State Park Climbers stuck on the Bastille Wall - On Spetember 29, 2019, at approximately 8:10... read more →
Man injured after car crash/vehicle fire in the 47000 block of Peak to Peak Hwy September 29, 2019 Crash appears intentional after investigation - On September 28, 2019 at approximately 5:15 p.m. Boulder County Communications Center received a... read more →
Lost Hiker Located September 28, 2019 Hiker deviates from the Royal Arch Trail was located walked out - On Friday, September 27, 2019 at approximately... read more →
Ten year old boy dies in UTV accident September 26, 2019 Ten year old dies while riding in a UTV with other children - On September 26th at approximately 4:42... read more →
Vehicle Crash on Flagstaff Rd. September 26, 2019 Driver goes off Flagstaff Road and down a steep embankment - The Boulder County Communications Center received a 911... read more →
Mountain biker falls on High Plains trail September 26, 2019 Male in his mid-50's injured while biking - On September 25, 2019 at about 5:55 p.m., Boulder County Communications... read more →
Outbuilding caught on fire in the 13,000 block of N. 115th St. in unincorporated Boulder County September 16, 2019 - The Boulder County Communications Center received a call shortly before 3:00 p.m. this afternoon about smoke in the 13,000... read more →
Unattended death in Boulder County September 15, 2019 - On Sunday, September 15, 2019 at approximately 11:10 a.m. a resident in the 2700 block of Lee Hill Drive... read more →
Male Arrested After Physical Altercation with Deputies September 15, 2019 27 Year-old Male Arrested After Domestic Violence Stalking Complaint and Physical Altercation - On September 14th, 2019 at approximately... read more →
Stuck Climbers in Eldorado Canyon State Park September 15, 2019 Climbers stuck on the Red Garden Wall - On Saturday, September 14, 2019, about 10:55 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →
Inmate tests positive for hepatitis A in the jail September 14, 2019 ; Public Health seeks inmates released since August 20 The inmate has been in-custody since mid-August Boulder, Colo. - On Friday,... read more →
Injured Climber on the 2nd Flatiron September 13, 2019 Man with prosthetic leg injured while scrambling near the 2nd Flatiron - On Friday, September 13, 2019, about 4:10 p.m.,... read more →
Level 1 fire restrictions rescinded for western Boulder County September 11, 2019 Lower temperatures and additional moisture have decreased the fire danger - Today, just before 3 p.m., Sheriff Joe Pelle... read more →
18-year-old male arrested after evening crime spree September 7, 2019 Male arrested after threatening others with handgun and eluding deputies - On Friday, September 6 at approximately 6:15 p.m., deputies... read more →
Stuck Climbers at Eldorado Canyon State Park September 3, 2019 Stranded climbers rescued from the Bastille - On Tuesday, September 3, 2019, about 8:00 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →
Injured party rescued west of Camp Dick Trailhead September 3, 2019 - On Monday, September 2, 2019 at approximately 1:37 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a female who had injured... read more →
Female with dislocated knee rescued from Winiger Ridge overnight September 2, 2019 - On Sunday, September 1, at approximately 9:08 p.m., the Sheriff's Communications Center received a 911 call that a... read more →
Boulder County enacts Level 1 Fire Restrictions August 28, 2019 Sheriff Joe Pelle has enacted Level 1 Fire Restrictions for western Boulder County. The fire restrictions are being implemented due to increasing fire danger, lack of moisture, and the forecast for hot temperatures. read more →
Climber dies in 60-foot fall in Boulder Canyon August 24, 2019 50-year-old male fell from top of cliff after completing route - On Saturday, August 24, a person driving through the... read more →
Two scramblers rescued off of the Second Flatiron August 23, 2019 - Shortly after 10:00 a.m. this morning, the Bolder County Communications Center received a 911 call about two people... read more →
Technical Rescue August 22, 2019 Juvenile Rescued at Fourth of July Trail 16 year old female rescued after becoming ill - At approximately 02:15 am on... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy accepting applications August 19, 2019 The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a 24-week citizens’ academy for area residents. Applications must be turned into the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office by Sept. 18, 2019. read more →
Two Climbers Rescued August 17, 2019 Brothers rescued in Eldorado Canyon State Park Two brothers rescued after 60 foot fall - On Saturday, August 17, 2019... read more →
Fallen Climber in Eldorado CanyonState Park August 14, 2019 Fallen Climber in Eldorado Canyon State Park Man Falls 20 Feet on the Red Garden Wall - On Wednesday, August 14,... read more →
Injured dog rescued August 14, 2019 Dog rescued from Royal Arch Trail Dog fell down a talus slope while chasing a squirrel - At approximately 3:15 pm,... read more →
Party rescued from the Second Flatiron August 12, 2019 Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, August 12, 2019 at approximately 11:27 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a male party was stuck on... read more →
Hiker injured on Gregory Canyon Trail August 12, 2019 Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, August 12, 2019 at approximately 3:08 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of an 82 year old female hiker... read more →
Injured Hiker on the Mt. Sanitas Ridge Trail August 8, 2019 - On Thursday, August 8, 2019, about 9:25 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call about an... read more →
Drowning August 7, 2019 32000 Boulder Canyon - At approximately 6:00 pm on August 7, 2019, Boulder County Deputies responded to the 32000 block... read more →
Inmate appears to commit suicide at the Boulder County Jail August 4, 2019 The 44-year-old inmate had been in-custody for drug and weapon charges Boulder, Colo. - Just before 3:00 p.m. this afternoon,... read more →
Felony Menacing Suspect Apprehended August 4, 2019 - On Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 4:52 p.m., Deputies with the Boulder County Sheriff's Office and Louisville Police Department responded to... read more →
Hiker Rescued on Royal Arch Trail August 4, 2019 72 Year Old Male Injured While Hiking - On Sunday, August 4, 2019 at approximately 9:05 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →
Detectives investigating a homicide in Fourmile Canyon July 31, 2019 Deputies discover a body during a missing person investigation - Just before noon on July 30, deputies were called... read more →
Residential burglary in the 1900 block of East Coalton, Superior July 29, 2019 Suspect injured in altercation with resident - This morning, shortly after 3:00 a.m., two residents in the 1900 block of... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office hosting National Night Out events on Tuesday, Aug. 6 July 29, 2019 Free, family-friendly events will take place around the county - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office invites the public to join... read more →
Cyclist critically injured in crash along Sunshine Canyon July 27, 2019 Cause of crash believed to be from collision with a deer - On Saturday, July 27, 2019 at approximately... read more →
Arrest of two suspects for 67 felony charges July 25, 2019 - Last summer, detectives from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and Boulder Police Department joined forces to investigate a... read more →
Injured Hiker near Betty Lake July 25, 2019 - On Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at approximately 11:50 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call about... read more →
Injured Hiker on the Rattlesnake Gulch Trail July 24, 2019 at Eldorado Canyon State Park - On Wednesday, July 24, 2019, about 1:00 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was... read more →
Unattended death off of Ranger Trail July 23, 2019 - Shortly after midnight, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from a reporting party stating that they were... read more →
Water rescue after single vehicle accident July 22, 2019 - On Monday July 22, 2019 shortly before 11:00 a.m., deputies with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and several other... read more →
Injured hiker near Cal-Wood Education Center July 16, 2019 Injured hiker near Cal-Wood Ranch, Jamestown, CO - On Tuesday, July 16, 2019, around 2:40 p.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more →
Injured Mountain Biker on the Benjamin Loop Trail July 14, 2019 at Betasso Preserve - On Sunday, July 14, 2019, about 10:00 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of... read more →
Lightning strike kills Denver man, injures his wife July 14, 2019 The couple was hiking the Bear Creek Trail on Flagstaff Mountain when they were unexpectedly struck by lightning Boulder, Colo.... read more →
Injured Hiker at Walker Ranch Open Space July 13, 2019 - On Saturday, July 13, 2019, about 3:30 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of an injured... read more →
Overdue Climbers from the First Flatiron July 13, 2019 - On Friday, July 12, 2019, about 11:40 p.m., The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a group... read more →
64 year old male dies while hiking in Boulder County, Colorado July 11, 2019 64 year old hiker dies while hiking near Lazy Z Road and Winiger Ridge Trail - On July 10th, 2019,... read more →
Man’s death near Mud Lake on the Peak to Peak Highway under investigation July 8, 2019 Death investigation near Mud Lake on the Peak to Peak Highway Investigators determined the decedent is related to Frederick's weekend homicide... read more →
Tubing bans have been rescinded July 8, 2019 Water flow rate has slowed to safer levels - Boulder County Sheriff Joe Pelle and Boulder Police Chief Greg Testa... read more →
Backpacker Rescued From Beaver Reservoir Area July 4, 2019 -On Thursday, July 4, 2019 at approximately 10:15 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a Boy Scout in the... read more →
Tubing ban enacted for Boulder Creek July 3, 2019 The tubing ban becomes effective at 4 p.m. today Boulder, Colo. - Boulder County Sheriff Joe Pelle and Boulder Police Chief... read more →
Climbing Fatality at Boulder Falls June 29, 2019 Rock - On Friday, June 28th, 2019 at 6:25 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a... read more →
Injured Hiker at Red Deer Lake June 29, 2019 Injured Hiker at Red Deer Lake - On Friday, June 28, 2019, at 10:00 a.m the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified... read more →
Technical rescue of two parties near the 27000 block of South St. Vrain Dr near Lyons Colorado June 24, 2019 Two parties rescued near the 27000 block of South Saint Vrain Drive near Lyons Technical rescue of two parties that found... read more →
Tubing ban enacted for the Saint Vrain River June 21, 2019 - Sheriff Joe Pelle, after consultation with the Town of Lyons and the Lyons Fire Protection District, has concluded that,... read more →
Minor damage done to a house after accident June 21, 2019 19 year old male drives vehicle off the road and into a house - On June 21, 2019 around... read more →
24 year old male accidentally shoots himself in the foot going up Boulder Canyon June 21, 2019 - On June 20, 2019 around 7:00 p.m., deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to a local... read more →
Structure fire in Niwot June 18, 2019 A backyard shed caught fire in a Niwot nieghborhood On June 18, 2019, at 3:35 a.m., the Boulder County... read more →
Human Remains Found June 15, 2019 in the 5,000 block of Magnolia Rd. west of Boulder. - On June 15, 2019 at approximately 12:20 p.m., the... read more →
Climber Rescued From Fourth of July Area June 11, 2019 Climber Rescued from the Fourth of July area - On Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at approximately 7:28 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was... read more →
Male located walking down Boulder Canyon after extensive search June 9, 2019 - On June 8, 2019 at approximately 3:00 pm the Boulder County Communication Center received a call of a possible... read more →
Climbers rescued from 1st Flatiron June 8, 2019 Climbers were stuck due to slick conditions from surprise thunderstorm - On Friday, June 7, 2019 at approximately 2:50... read more →
Fallen Climber rescued from 29,000 Block of Boulder Canyon in Boulder, Colorado June 4, 2019 Heading Subheading On Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at approximately 2:06 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a report of... read more →
Suicidal male located after searching with drones May 30, 2019 24 year old male from Oregon located safely - Boulder Police Department received a call from a concerned mother in... read more →
Apparent suicide at the Jail May 27, 2019 Apparent suicide at the Boulder County Jail Jail inmate apparently committed suicide, ongoing investigation with Sheriff's Office Detectives and Boulder County... read more →
Hiker Rescued on First/Second Flatiron Trail May 26, 2019 58 year old female injures ankle while hiking on trail - On Sunday, May 26, 2019 at approximately 11:00.... read more →
SWAT assist for the Town of Nederland May 26, 2019 Town of Nederland resident arrested on multiple charges. Town of Nederland resident arrested on multiple charges after extended SWAT callout. ... read more →
Hiker rescued near Royal Arch Trail May 25, 2019 Fallen hiker rescued from Royal Arch Trail 22-year-old male fell approximately 30 feet while climbing along Royal Arch Trail -... read more →
Man dies from fall near Allenspark May 25, 2019 A 70-year-old man appeared to have slipped near the edge of a 25-foot cliff Allenspark, Colo. - On May 24,... read more →
Fallen climber at Eldorado Canyon State Park May 19, 2019 Male climber deceased after sustaining injuries from a fall - On Saturday, May 18, at approximately 7:49 p.m., the... read more →
Fallen climber rescue in Eldorado Canyon State Park May 17, 2019 - On Thursday, May 16, 2019, at approximately 7:46 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a report... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office announces recipient of scholarship May 16, 2019 Boulder County Sheriff's Office announces recipient of scholarship Giovanni Hernandez wins CSOC scholarship - Sheriff Joe Pelle is pleased to announce... read more →
2 Dogs Rescued from Northern Water Supply Canal May 15, 2019 - On May 15, 2019 at approximately 12:00 P.M. Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and Lyons Fire were dispatched... read more →
Missing party in the area of the Betasso Loop May 15, 2019 - On May 14, 2019 at approximately 9:05 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Four Mile Fire Protection District, Sugarloaf Fire... read more →
Armed bank robbery at the Bank of the West in Superior May 9, 2019 - The Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call at approximately 1:50 p.m. this afternoon regarding an armed bank.... read more →
Rescue of an injured cyclist at Betasso Preserve Case #19-2370 April 28, 2019 Heading - On April 28, 2019 at approximately 12:50 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff's Office along with Boulder County Parks... read more →
Lockdown at Arapaho Ridge High School and Campus April 24, 2019 Arapaho Ridge High School and Campus placed on Lockdown Lockdown lifted, threat found to be unsubstantiated - At approximately 12:49 p.m. this... read more →
Injured Hiker at Rabbit Mountain April 21, 2019 Heading - On April 21, 2019 at approximately 12:25 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office along with Hygiene Fire Department, American... read more →
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day – Saturday, April 27 April 18, 2019 Boulder County residents can drop off unwanted prescription medication at drug collection events on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The service is free and anonymous with no questions asked. read more →
Public asked for assistance with cold case April 18, 2019 Skeletal remains found near Gregory Canyon in 1993 - On Nov. 11, 1993, skeletal remains were found near Gregory Canyon... read more →
Fallen scrambler rescued off the second flatiron April 16, 2019 - On April 16, at approximately 9:50 a.m., Boulder County Sheriff’s Office responded to 101 Bluebell Rd. on the report... read more →
Lyons man suffers injuries in recreational vehicle fire April 14, 2019 The motor home appears to have caught fire during work on a heater Lyons, Colo. - On April 13, 2019, at... read more →
Structure fire on County Road 100 April 9, 2019 - The Boulder County Communication Center received the report of a structure fire today shortly after 6:00 A.M. off of... read more →
Detectives investigating man’s death at the Rabbit Mountain open space trailhead April 8, 2019 Detectives investigating man's death at the Rabbit Mountain open space trailhead The body of a 27-year-old man was discovered in a... read more →
Update: Human remains found in Mud Lake Open Space near Nederland April 8, 2019 Facial reconstruction completed, public asked for their assistance - On October 2, 2017, a hiker discovered partial human remains... read more →
Hiker injured at Mount Sanitas April 7, 2019 56 year-old female sustains injuries while hiking at Mount Sanitas. - On Sunday, April 7, 2019 at approximately 2:29... read more →
Grass fire burns approximately 100 acres. April 6, 2019 Grass Fire Burns Approximately 100 Acres Wind Causes farmer to lose control of a ditch burn near 107th/Oxford Rd. - On.... read more →
Fallen Climber April 5, 2019 Rescue on the 1st Flatiron - On Friday, April 5, 2019, about 9:25 AM, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, along... read more →
Deceased female found at Brainard Lake Recreation Area April 4, 2019 - Today, shortly before 10:00 A.M. the Boulder County Communications Center received a call reporting a deceased female off a... read more →
Suicide investigation at 7250 Flagstaff in Boulder County, CO April 2, 2019 Suicide occurred at the Myers Gulch Trail Head On April 2nd, 2019, at about 7:30 p.m., members with the... read more →
Emergency warning sirens to be tested beginning April 1 March 29, 2019 - Boulder County and the City of Boulder will begin audible testing of the countywide emergency sirens at 10 a.m.... read more →
Paraglider Crash in Boulder County March 26, 2019 32 -year-old male uninjured in paragliding crash - On Tuesday, March 26th, 2019, at approximately 3:01 p.m. the Boulder... read more →
Sexually violent predator on work release from the Boulder County Jail March 26, 2019 Boulder, Colo. - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is releasing information pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes, which authorizes law enforcement agencies... read more →
Lost hikers assisted down the Royal Arch Trail in Chautauqua Park, Boulder County, Colorado March 13, 2019 Two Two lost hikers and their dog were escorted uninjured from the Royal Arch Trail On March 12th,... read more →
Fallen Climber at Gregory Canyon March 6, 2019 Early 20's male falls 20-30 feet Boulder County, Colo - On Wednesday, March 6, 2019, about 1:48 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →
A 6-Year-Old Falls 40 Feet From Ski Lift February 24, 2019 Girl Falls From a Ski Lift at Eldora Mountain Resort - On February 24th, 2019 at approximately 1:00 p.m.... read more →
SHIELD616 to present life-protecting tactical gear to Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputies February 19, 2019 - On Thursday, February 21, the non-profit organization SHIELD616 will present a total of 53 armor packages to deputies from... read more →
Grass Fire in Lyons extinguished before damaging any structures February 13, 2019 Subheading Lyons, Colo. - At 7:10 p.m, deputies along with Lyons Fire Department and Hygiene Fire Department responded to a... read more →
Lyons man arrested for attempted murder February 13, 2019 A 65-year-old Lyons man intentionally ran down another man on a sidewalk with his car Lyons, Colo. - At 8:30... read more →
Outbuilding Burns on Nebo Rd February 7, 2019 Fire Destroys Outbuilding on Nebo Road One Person Treated for Minor Smoke Inhalation - On February 6th, 2019 at approximately 9:40pm.... read more →
Recreational Vehicle fire in the 10,000 block of Isabelle Road in Boulder County February 4, 2019 Recreational Vehicle catches fire on Isabelle Road in Boulder County. Case number #19-682 - On February 4, 2019 at approximately1:19 p.m.... read more →
UPDATE: Deputies charged in the death of man found unconscious during transport February 4, 2019 UPDATE: Deputies charged in the death of a 23-year-old man found unconscious during transport The veteran deputies have been charged with... read more →
The Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to serve as victim advocates January 31, 2019 Victim advocates provide assistance to victims of crime, accidents, trauma and other critical events. Working as a victim advocate offers the opportunity to touch the lives of others by providing a valuable source of support to those who have had their lives altered by traumatic events. The deadline to apply is March 15. read more →
County Sheriffs of Colorado scholarship program open to Boulder County students January 30, 2019 - The County Sheriffs of Colorado, Inc. (CSOC), the state sheriffs’ association, will award a $500 scholarship to a deserving... read more →
Injured Hiker Rescued from the Royal Arch Trail Chautauqua Park January 26, 2019 - On January 26, 2019 at 4:30 p.m, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Rocky Mountain Rescue Group, City of Boulder Open... read more →
Injured hiker rescued on Dakota Ridge Trail in Boulder County, Colorado January 22, 2019 Boulder County, Colorado On January 22, 2019 at approximately 12:59 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff's Office along with Rocky Mountain... read more →
Juvenile suspect arrested for a series of crimes in the Town of Superior January 17, 2019 - A juvenile suspect was arrested for a series of crimes that took place in August and September of 2018... read more →
Male Found Deceased in Pine Brook Hill Area West of Boulder January 16, 2019 59-year-old male found deceased near his vehicle on High View Drive - On Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 1:52pm,... read more →
Inmate flees from the Boulder County Jail while on a work crew January 15, 2019 Inmate flees from the Boulder County Jail The inmate was quickly located, taken into custody and faces additional charges Boulder, Colo.... read more →
MEDIA ADVISORY: Presentation by SHIELD616 of donated armor packages to law enforcement January 14, 2019 Presentation of donated armor packages to law enforcement agencies Four law enforcement agencies receiving donation - The media is invited to... read more →
Hiker injured on the Eldorado Hiking Trail in Boulder County, CO January 13, 2019 23 year old female hiker taken to hospital with a leg injury On January 13th, 2019, members with... read more →
Structure Fire January 6, 2019 Residential west of Lyons Stove pipe from wood burning stove probable cause of fire in single family home. - On January... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office seeking volunteer victim impact facilitators January 4, 2019 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is currently recruiting volunteer Victim Impact Facilitators who want to make a difference and... read more →
Small fire damages roof of Niwot business January 2, 2019 No injuries and only minor damage reported - On Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at 2:33pm deputies from the Boulder... read more →

2018


Inmate dies in the Boulder County Jail December 29, 2018 A 69-year-old inmate died after suffering from an apparent medical issue Boulder, Colo. - At 5:30 p.m. this evening, a deputy.... read more →
Male party falls through ice at Gross Reservoir December 29, 2018 50 year old male falls through ice and then attempts to evade rescue personnel - On December 29, 2018... read more →
Update: Victims of reckless driver sought December 28, 2018 The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on the whereabouts of the driver - The driver of the yellow... read more →
Hiker Rescued After Having Foot Pinned by Boulder December 28, 2018 Rescue on the Eldorado Canyon Trail - On Thursday, December 27, 2018, about 1:48 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office,... read more →
Rescue at the Mt. Sanitas Valley Trail December 21, 2018 Hiker with injured leg rescued from trail - On Friday, December 21, 2018, at about 12:15pm, the Boulder County... read more →
Victims of reckless driver sought December 20, 2018 - Today, just after 12:30 P.M. the Boulder County Communications Center received numerous phone calls from drivers reporting a yellow... read more →
Stolen vehicle recovered, two suspects arrested, third suspect still at large. December 17, 2018 Stolen vehicle recovered, two suspects arrested, third suspect still at large - On December 17, 2018, at approximately 10:47 A.M., the... read more →
Boulder County Jail inmate transported to local hospital December 11, 2018 Inmate given medical aid and transported to local hospital due to choking on food. - On December 10th at... read more →
Fallen Climber at Eldorado Canyon State Park December 9, 2018 A Boulder man suffered a lower leg injury after falling 15 feet Eldorado Springs, Colo. - On December 9, 2018, at... read more →
Man shoots self in front of deputies December 7, 2018 A suspected DUI driver shot himself as deputies tried to negotiate with him Lyons, Colo. - Just after 7:30 p.m. this.... read more →
Inmate in critical condition after jail suicide attempt December 7, 2018 A 40-year-old Boulder man in-custody for attempted murder hanged himself in a maximum security module late Thursday night Boulder, Colo.... read more →
Sledding accident requires search and rescue evacuation November 20, 2018 - Today at approximately 2:00 P.M., search and rescue personnel were dispatched to Chautauqua Park, just west of Blue Bell... read more →
Suspect charged with four counts of Attempted 1st Degree Assault on a Peace Officer November 19, 2018 - On November 18, 2018, at approximately 10:45 A.M., deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff's Office and personnel from the... read more →
Fallen Climber on Second Flatiron Rescued November 16, 2018 23 Year Old Falls 50 Feet With Minor Injuires On Friday November 16, 2018 at approximately 6:20pm, the Boulder... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office holds annual awards ceremony November 15, 2018 Sheriff's Office holds annual awards ceremony Sheriff's Office staff, volunteers, partner agency and community members honored - The Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →
Structure Fire November 10, 2018 Fully involved house fire northwest of Boulder - On November 10, 2018 at 3:35 p.m., the Boulder Regional Communications Center... read more →
Threatening politically related literature put up at Dawson School November 6, 2018 Dawson School student charged with menacing for threatening literature on school grounds 14 year old student charged with menacing - On November... read more →
Deputy suffers serious injury in jail assault November 4, 2018 A medium security inmate attacked a deputy over laundry service causing serious head and facial injuries Boulder, Colo. - This morning.... read more →
Update: Search & Rescue Near 4th of July Trailhead November 1, 2018 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, along with search and rescue teams, resumed searching for the missing hiker that was... read more →
Search & Rescue Near 4th of July Trailhead October 30, 2018 - On October 30, 2018 a male and female were hiking in the area of Arapahoe Pass Trail and... read more →
Rescuer Assaulted on Flagstaff Mountain October 27, 2018 Rescuer Assaulted on Flagstaff - On October 26th just before midnight Boulder County Dispatch received a call about a person requiring... read more →
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day October 24, 2018 - Boulder County residents can drop off unwanted prescription medication at drug collection events on Saturday, October 27 from 10... read more →
Simultaneous Rescues in Eldorado Canyon October 21, 2018 State Park Fallen Climber Rescued and Lost Hikers Located - Boulder County Dispatch received a call of a stranded... read more →
Structure Fire in Northeastern Boulder County October 20, 2018 Detached Two-Car Garage Destroyed in Fire - On Saturday, October 20, 2018 at approximately 8:14am, the Boulder County Communications Center... read more →
Skydiver found dead west of Longmont airport October 19, 2018 The 23-year-old Golden man was found during a search after he failed to return home as planned Longmont, Colo. - Last... read more →
Teen critically injured in fall in Gregory Canyon October 16, 2018 A 19-year-old CU student fell while scrambling on a rock formation near the amphitheater and suffered a severe head injury ... read more →
Teens rescued near Mitchell Lake October 15, 2018 The teens set out for an overnight camping trip Saturday but failed to return as planned - Just after 6:15... read more →
CU Students Stuck on Flatiron While Climbing October 13, 2018 Two CU Students Rescued After Getting Stuck Climbing - On Friday, October 12th, 2018 at approximately 6:00pm, the Boulder... read more →
Level 1 fire restrictions rescinded for western Boulder County October 9, 2018 Lower temperatures and additional moisture have decreased fire danger - On Tuesday, October 9, 2018, just before 12:00 p.m., Sheriff... read more →
UPDATE: Man found unconscious by transport deputies dies October 7, 2018 The 23-year-old man died Saturday evening at a Denver hospital Boulder, Colo. - Late yesterday evening, the sheriff's office was... read more →
Injured mountain biker rescued from Hall Ranch October 1, 2018 The 63-year-old Boulder man sustained non-life-threatening injuries Lyons, Colo. - Just before 2:00 p.m. today, rescue personnel from the Lyons... read more →
Marriage Proposal Leads to Rescue September 30, 2018 Couple with altitude sickness rescued west of Nederland - Joshua Mason, 27, and his girlfriend, Katie Davis, 28, flew from... read more →
Public fingerprinting services discontinued at the Sheriff’s Office on October 1st September 24, 2018 Public fingerprinting services discontinued at the Sheriff's Office on October 1st CBI's CABS Program was implemented on September 24, which expands... read more →
Death Investigation: Bummer’s Rock Trailhead September 23, 2018 Unattended Death at Bummer's Rock Trailhead - On September 23, 2018 at approximately 6 am, a County Park Ranger reported an... read more →
Parachutist gets tangled in power lines east of Vance Brand Airport September 20, 2018 The 29-year-old Illinois man was later transported to a local hospital with a probable back injury Longmont, Colo. - At 11:15... read more →
Fire inside a Superior home the result of an arson September 20, 2018 Homeowners in the 3100 block of Castle Peak Avenue awoke to a fire inside the home Superior, Colo. - Just after... read more →
Man transported by deputies found unconscious September 19, 2018 Intoxicated Deputies and medical personnel revived a 23-year-old New York man after finding him unconscious; he remains in critical condition... read more →
Residence fully engulfed in flames on Peak to Peak September 17, 2018 Residence in the 47000 block of Peak to Peak Highway engulfed in flames - Today at approximately 3:28 hours, the... read more →
Grass fires along Diagonal between Boulder and Longmont September 17, 2018 Train starts multiple grass fires along Diagonal Highway between Longmont and Boulder - On September 17th, 2018 at approximately 12:24 PM,... read more →
Two hikers and their dog rescued from Shoshoni Peak September 16, 2018 Two hikers and their dog rescued from Shoshoni Peak in the Indian Peaks Wilderness area - On September 15, 2018, around 5:30... read more →
Vehicular Eluding Suspect Arrested September 13, 2018 Driver eludes Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputy, crashes vehicle into fence - Shortly before noon today, a Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →
Two lost hikers found near Button Rock Mountain September 13, 2018 - The Boulder County Communication Center received a phone call shortly before 5:30 p.m. on September 12, from two hikers... read more →
34-year-old male rescued at Chautauqua Park September 11, 2018 - Today at approximately, 12:50 P.M., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from the Chautauqua Ranger Cottage about... read more →
Human Remains found near Lefthand Reservoir in the Brainard Lake Recreation Area September 7, 2018 Two people find a human skull while hiking - On Monday, September 3 shortly after 1:00 p.m., the Boulder County... read more →
Fallen Climber on the 2nd Flatiron September 5, 2018 - On September 5, 2018 at approximately 2:10 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Rocky Mountain Rescue, American Medical Response... read more →
Woman found dead in Niwot September 5, 2018 A 57-year-old Firestone woman was found deceased in her vehicle outside of a friend's home Niwot, Colo. - Just after 9:00... read more →
Male Found Deceased in Cabin Outside of Allenspark August 31, 2018 50 year old male found deceased - On Friday September 31st, 2018 at 11:59pm, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →
24 year old man air lifted after ATV accident in Boulder County, Colorado August 26, 2018 24 year old man air lifted after ATV accident in Boulder County, CO. 24 year old man air lifted after ATV... read more →
Unattended Death Investigation August 24, 2018 Female found deceased in her vehicle in the 600 block of County Road 103 - On Friday, August 24,... read more →
ATV Accident in Johnny Park August 24, 2018 59 Year Old Male Injured While Riding ATV - On Friday, August 24, 2018 the Boulder County Regional Communications... read more →
Hikers lost over night found near Brainard Lake August 22, 2018 Two - On Wednesday August 22, 2018 at approximately 8:08 a.m., the Boulder County Regional Dispatch Center received a 911... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy Accepting Applications August 6, 2018 The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a 24-week citizens’ academy for area residents. Applications must be turned into the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office by Sept. 13, 2018. read more →
40 year old male injured while hiking on Hessie Trail August 5, 2018 - This evening around 8:05 p.m. the Sheriff's Communication Center received a call of a 40 year old male that... read more →
Unattended death in Southern Boulder County August 5, 2018 - On August 4, 2018, around 6:18 p.m. the Boulder County Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call of a 46 year... read more →
Mailbox destroyed and small fire started due to explosive device August 2, 2018 Suspected firework destroys mailbox and starts a small fire. - On July 31, 2018 around 8:15 p.m., the Sheriff's Communication Center... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Hosting National Night Out Events on Tuesday, Aug. 7 July 30, 2018 Free, family-friendly events will take place around the county on Tuesday, Aug. 7 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office invites... read more →
25 year old injured hiker rescued in Chautauqua Park, Boulder County July 29, 2018 Hiker rescued on the Royal Arch Trail with an ankle injury On July 29th, 2018, the Boulder County Sheriff's... read more →
Inmate dies days after attempting suicide at the Boulder County Jail July 28, 2018 A 29-year-old Denver man had been in-custody on a warrant from Garfield County and for local trespass charges Boulder, Colo.... read more →
Injured Hiker Rescued West of Brainard Lake July 26, 2018 Hiker sustained broken ankle; evacuated with aid of Air Ambulance - On Thursday, July 26, 2018 at approximately 11:12am,.... read more →
Level 1 Fire restrictions still in effect for western Boulder County July 25, 2018 While we received some rainfall in Boulder County, and the moisture did help lower the fire danger, it was not enough to completely remove the fire danger, which is why we will continue to have fire restrictions in place. read more →
58 year old male sustains severe injuries after 400 foot fall while climbing in the area of Isabelle Glacier Lake July 22, 2018 - This afternoon around 3:20 p.m., the Sheriff's Communication Center received a call of a 58 year old male that... read more →
Injured Hiker on Bear Canyon Trail July 22, 2018 - On July 21, 2018 at approximately 8:50 p.m. The Sheriff's Communication Center received a call about a male that fell... read more →
Fallen Climber at Monkey Skull July 19, 2018 30 Year Old Male Transported with Minor Injuries - On July 19th, 2018 members of Lyons Fire Rescue, Rocky Mountain... read more →
Altitude Sickness Leads to Midnight Rescue of Hiker July 19, 2018 A hiker had to be rescued after getting sick at Buchanan Pass Trail - Early this morning at approximately... read more →
Suspect arrested for auto theft and multiple other charges July 16, 2018 - At approximately 11:42 a.m. this morning, the Boulder County Communication Center received a 911 call from a woman stating... read more →
19 Year Old Female Injured While Hiking at Fourth of July Trail July 16, 2018 - This afternoon around 2:00 p.m. , the Sheriff's Communications Center received a call about a 19 year old female... read more →
Male found decease by the First Flatiron on Boulder OSMP July 12, 2018 Male found deceased near the First Flatiron - Just before 7:00 a.m. this morning, the Boulder County Communications Center received a... read more →
49 Year Old Male Injured in Hang Glider Crash July 11, 2018 Male falls 200 feet in glider crash - Just after 4:00 p.m. this afternoon, the Sheriff's Communications Center received... read more →
73 year old Broomfield resident injured while hiking at Blue Lake Trail has to get carried out after getting injured July 11, 2018 - This afternoon around 4:00 p.m., the Sheriff's Communications Center received a 911 call from the camp host at the... read more →
Boulder County enacting Level 2 Fire Restrictions July 9, 2018 Anyone found in violation of the fire ban may be convicted of a class two petty offense, and may be subject to up to a $1,000 fine, in addition to any possible civil penalties. read more →
Unresponsive person found on the trail by hikers July 8, 2018 62-year-old local man dies while hiking - This afternoon at 1:00 p.m., Boulder County Sheriff’s deputies, Allenspark Fire, and... read more →
Body found after vehicle fire is extinguished July 8, 2018 The body is believed to be a 64-year-old Boulder man Boulder, Colo. - Just before 9:00 a.m. this morning, the... read more →
Structure Fire in 400 Block of Lake Shore Drive July 8, 2018 - On July 7, 2018 at approximately 10:55 p.m. Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 phone call about a... read more →
31-year-old Denver man dies after fall at the base of Navajo Peak July 7, 2018 The man and his girlfriend had been on a day hike in the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area when he slipped,... read more →
Lightning strikes 19-year-old man camping in Ruby Gulch July 7, 2018 The man was resuscitated on scene and later transported to a local hospital for treatment Nederland, Colo. - Just before 2:30.... read more →
Fallen Climber at the First Flatiron July 4, 2018 - On Tuesday July 3, 2018 at approximately 7:07 pm, Boulder County Communications received a report of a fallen climber... read more →
Sexually violent predator on work release from the Boulder County Jail June 29, 2018 - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is releasing information pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes, which authorizes law enforcement agencies to... read more →
Unattended death investigation in Allenspark June 28, 2018 It was initially reported that a male party was found laying down by his pick up truck; no foul play is... read more →
Fallen Climber at Boulder Falls June 26, 2018 - On Monday June 25, 2018 at approximately 8:11 pm, Boulder County Communications received a report of a fallen climber near... read more →
Fallen Climber North Shanahan Trail June 24, 2018 - On Saturday June 23, 2018 at approximately 5:08 pm, Boulder County Communications received a report of a fallen climber... read more →
Fallen Climber Eldorado Canyon State Park June 20, 2018 - On June 20, 2018 at approximately 6:15 pm, Boulder County Sheriff's Office Communication Center received a report of a... read more →
Suspicious death investigation in North Boulder results in arrest June 19, 2018 Scott Jones, 47, was arrested and charged with murder Boulder, Colo. - On June 18, 2018, just before 8:00 p.m., deputies... read more →
Wildland Fire near the 15000 block of Moss Rock Court in Northern Boulder County June 15, 2018 - On June 15, 2018 at approximately 4:41 p.m. the Boulder County Regional Communications Center received a 9-1-1 telephone call... read more →
Small Wildland Fire near trail on Betasso Preserve Property June 13, 2018 Small Wildfire near trail on Betasso Preserve - On June 13, 2018 at approximately 6:43 p.m., a Boulder County Parks and... read more →
Boulder County enacts Level 1 Fire Restrictions June 12, 2018 Sheriff Joe Pelle has enacted Level 1 Fire Restrictions for western Boulder County. The fire restrictions are in place due to increasing fire danger, lack of moisture, and forecasts for hot temperatures. read more →
Structure Fire in the 7500 Block of N. 67th Street June 11, 2018 No animals were harmed after barn receives significant structural damage from fire - On June 10, 2018 shortly after 9:00... read more →
Water Rescue in Boulder Canyon June 10, 2018 Denver man rescued after tubing down Boulder Creek - Just after 7:35 p.m., Boulder County Communications Center received a 911... read more →
Man found dead near the Mallory Cave Trail June 10, 2018 The initial investigation suggests the man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound; no foul play is suspected - Just... read more →
Storage Facility Butane Explosion June 1, 2018 Storage Facility Butane Fire One Male Burned During Fire - BOULDER COUNTY SHERIFF- On Friday, June 1st, 2018 at approximately... read more →
Male found deceased in South St. Vrain Creek May 31, 2018 - At approximately 10:14 a.m. today, the Boulder County Communications Center received a report from a passerby of a body... read more →
Hiker rescued in Dream Canyon, Boulder County, Colorado May 28, 2018 Hiker with knee injury rescued On May 28th, 2018, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Boulder County Emergency Services, Rocky... read more →
Boulder man found dead near Marshall Lake May 27, 2018 The initial investigation suggests the man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound; no foul play is suspected Superior, Colo. -... read more →
Boulder County is working to become the first in Colorado to pilot a mental health program in the criminal justice system May 24, 2018 - District Attorney, Michael Dougherty, Boulder County Sheriff, Joe Pelle, and the Boulder Public Defender’s Office are leading an effort to... read more →
Structure Fire May 22, 2018 in 100 Block of Goatbarn Ln - On May 21, 2018 at approximately 10:21 p.m. the Boulder County Regional... read more →
Climbers Rescued from 1st Flatiron May 18, 2018 Two climbers stuck on the 1st Flatiron - Rescue in progress. - On May 17, 2018, around 7:45 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff's... read more →
Rescue in progress on 1st Flatiron May 17, 2018 Two climbers stuck on the 1st Flatiron - Rescue in progress. - On May 17, 2018, around 7:45 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff's... read more →
Injured hiker rescued near NCAR May 17, 2018 A 54-year-old Denver woman was rescued from the Front Porch rock formation after sustaining injuries from a fall Boulder, Colo. -... read more →
Armed robbery and carjacking in Erie and unincorporated Boulder County May 11, 2018 - Erie Police Department responded today at 10:01 a.m. to Starbucks, in the 3300 block of Arapahoe Road, on report... read more →
Structure Fire at Cabin in Allenspark May 11, 2018 Residents uninjured in overnight fire at mountain cabin - Just after 10:15 p.m. on Thursday, May 10, 2018, the Boulder... read more →
29-year-old male dies while working at Heil Valley May 10, 2018 Ranch open space - At approximately 11:06 A.M. today, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call reporting that a... read more →
Fallen Hiker on 2nd Flatiron May 8, 2018 - On May 8, 2018 at approximately 6:50 pm, Boulder County Sheriff’s communications received a report of a fallen climber on... read more →
61-year-old female rescued at Chautauqua Park May 4, 2018 - Today at approximately, 1:03 P.M. the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call about a female needing medical... read more →
Early morning vehicle fire east of Boulder April 30, 2018 A cargo truck containing used cooking oil caught fire; the cause of the fire is unknown Boulder, Colo. - Just... read more →
Structure Fire April 29, 2018 in Orange Orchard Residential home sustains substantial damage from fire - On April 29, 2018 at approximately 3 p.m., Sheriff's... read more →
Grass Fire April 29, 2018 Agricultural burn spreads to Open Space - On April 29, 2018 at approximately 9:10 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's Office... read more →
Unattended death at Bell Flatirons apartment complex April 23, 2018 Elderly male found deceased in his apartment no foul play suspected -On April 22, 2018 at approximately 7:50 pm, Boulder County... read more →
69-year-old male rescued in Eldorado Canyon State Park April 16, 2018 - At 12:13 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from an Eldorado Canyon State Park ranger stating... read more →
Unattended Death April 14, 2018 Heading April 14, 2018 - On Saturday, April 14, 2018 at approximately 12:50 pm, a person snowshoeing in the... read more →
Wildland Fire April 14, 2018 Heading April 14, 2018 - On April 14, 2018 at approximately 10:17am, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was advised... read more →
Sanitas Ridge Trail Rescue April 13, 2018 Man Falls And Has To Be Rescued On Trail - On Thursday, April 12, at approximately 7:13 p.m., the... read more →
Unattended Death in the 4500 Block of Starboard Court. April 11, 2018 -On April 10, 2018 at approximately 7:06 p.m., Boulder County Deputies along with members of the Boulder Rural Fire... read more →
Rescue on the Bluebell-Baird Trail April 10, 2018 - On Tuesday, April 10, at approximately 10:49 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, along with personnel from Boulder Fire-Rescue,... read more →
Male found deceased near Switzerland Trail in unincorporated Boulder County April 10, 2018 - On April 9, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center received a report that hikers... read more →
Haystack Fire: 10300 Ute Highway April 8, 2018 Grass Fire at Lifebridge Christian Church A haystack and 1/2 acre of prairie were accidently set afire. - On Sunday, April... read more →
Emergency warning sirens to be tested beginning April 2 April 2, 2018 - Boulder County and the City of Boulder will begin audible testing of the countywide emergency sirens at 10... read more →
Structure Fire 7200 Block of Valtec Court March 29, 2018 - On Thursday, March 29, 2018 at approximately 4:19 pm, Boulder County Communication received a 9-1-1 call reference a structure fire... read more →
Fraudulent activity attempted on a Boulder County Sheriff’s Office social media site March 28, 2018 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified by the social media site Nextdoor.com that a person(s) had contacted them... read more →
Unattended Death 4800 Block North 26th Street March 28, 2018 - On March 27, 2018 at about 5:44 pm, Boulder Police Department was dispatched to the area of 1700... read more →
Injured hiker rescued from the Royal Arch Trail near the Third Flatiron March 25, 2018 A 28-year-old man suffered a knee injury while hiking and was evacuated by wheeled litter Boulder, Colo. - At approximately... read more →
UPDATE: Horse accident on the lower Walker Ranch Loop Trail March 25, 2018 UPDATE: Horse rescue on the lower Walker Ranch Loop Trail The horse was unable to be saved and was euthanized late... read more →
Horse trapping in rocks on Walker Ranch Loop Trail at the Cliffs March 24, 2018 Horse Trapped in Rocks on Walker Ranch Loop Trail - Rescue in Progress - On March 24, 2018, around 5:24 p.m., Boulder... read more →
Death investigation near the Boulder Flatirons March 22, 2018 A 61-year-old Boulder man was found unconscious near the Mesa Trail and was unable to be revived Boulder, Colo. - At... read more →
Joint Statement on Law Enforcement Contract with the Town of Nederland March 21, 2018 The Sheriff's Office will provide nighttime policing service from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., seven days a week Nederland, Colo.... read more →
Structure Fire 100 Block Sky Trail March 20, 2018 - On Sunday, April 18, 2018 at approximately 5:21 pm, Boulder County Sheriff’s deputies, American Medical Response, Boulder Emergency... read more →
Hiker Injured After 60-80ft Fall on “The Goat Trail” March 17, 2018 Hiker Injured After 60-80ft Fall on "The Goat Trail" 59-year-old female taken to BCH with severe injuries - On Saturday, March... read more →
Niwot High School students investigated for threats against the school March 16, 2018 Arrest warrants issued for two 16-year-old students today Niwot, Colo. - On February 16, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a... read more →
Update on the investigation into the Gregory Fire near the Boulder Flatirons March 15, 2018 Investigators concluded the fire was human-caused Boulder, Colo. - Investigators spent today continuing their investigation into the cause and origin... read more →
Arrest of two people from stolen vehicle located in a field March 14, 2018 Two people arrested after lengthy search - On march 14th at approximately 1120 hours, a deputy with the Boulder County Sheriff’s.... read more →
Wildland Fire on County Open Space March 11, 2018 - On March 11, 2018 at approximately 3:20 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's Office received a report of smoke and... read more →
Wildland Fire near 63rd Street/Monarch Road in Boulder County, Colorado February 18, 2018 10 acre wildland fire near 63rd/Monarch Rd. On February 18th, 2018, at about 12:20 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's... read more →
Residential Structure Fire on Isabelle Road February 8, 2018 Fire contained to several rooms on the second floor of the single-family residence - On Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at... read more →
UPDATE: Human remains found in Mud Lake Open Space near Nederland February 6, 2018 - Investigators from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and the Boulder County Coroner’s Office have received the results of an anthropological... read more →
Residential Structure Fire in Niwot January 18, 2018 Fire contained to attached garage of single-family residence - On Thursday, January 18, 2018 at approximately 9:24pm, Boulder County Communications... read more →
Death investigation on the Woods Quarry Trail near the Boulder Flatirons January 16, 2018 A hiker located a man's body on the trail early this morning; foul play is not suspected Boulder, Colo. - This morning,... read more →
Structure Fire January 15, 2018 damages home Homeowner and five dogs escape unharmed - On 15 January 2018 at approximately 8:09 p.m. the Boulder... read more →
UPDATE No. 1: Overnight structure fire claims the life of a Gunbarrel woman January 13, 2018 UPDATE No.1: The fire department has ruled the fire originated in the deceased woman's condo, but the cause of the... read more →
Overnight structure fire claims the life of a Gunbarrel woman January 13, 2018 A 57-year-old woman dies as a result of a fire at a condominium complex involving at least two units - Just... read more →
Unattended death in Superior January 12, 2018 A 31-year-old female was found unresponsive after possibly huffing from a can of compressed air. Superior, Colo. - This morning, just... read more →
Death Investigation 5000 Sunshine Canyon January 11, 2018 19-year-old Found Deceased - On Thursday, January 11th, 2018 at approximately 0858 am, deputies with the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for assistance with a missing person case January 2, 2018 Robert Racansky has not been seen since November 26 and his credit card was used fraudulently on December 18 ... read more →
Unattended Death 5505 Valmont Road January 1, 2018 - On Sunday, December 31, 2017, at approximately 7:19 pm, deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, members of... read more →

2017


Boulder County Sheriff’s Office arrests man wanted for assault on Boulder Police Department officers December 29, 2017 Boulder County Sheriff's Office arrests man wanted for assault on Boulder Police Department officers - On December 28, at approximately 6:50... read more →
Structure Fire Sugar Mill – Longmont December 25, 2017 Structure Fire Sugar Mill - Longmont - On Monday at approximately 2:54 am, Boulder County Sheriff’s deputies, Longmont Fire and... read more →
Prairie Fire in Northern Boulder County Extinguished December 20, 2017 Controlled burn blown out of control by gust of wind - On Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at approximately 2:54pm, Boulder... read more →
Driver of pickup truck charged in vehicle versus cyclist crash that occurred in Superior December 5, 2017 - After the completion of an investigation by the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Colorado State Patrol’s... read more →
Bicyclist Seriously Injured On Olde Stage Rd December 1, 2017 48 Year Old Male Crashed While Riding Down a Steep Hill - On December 1, 2017 Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →
Structure Fire at 4713 Spine Road November 22, 2017 Renter suffers minor burns after garage fire - At approximately 8:24 pm, on November 21st Boulder County Communications Center Dispatch received 911 calls in regards... read more →
Structure Fire November 21, 2017 Structure Fire in the 7100 block of Oriole Lane - At approximately 12:45 a.m. the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call from... read more →
Sheriff’s Office hold annual awards ceremony November 20, 2017 Sheriff's Office hold annual awards ceremonySheriff's Office staff, volunteers, partner agencies, and community members honored - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office formally... read more →
Fatal accident on Highway 128 in Superior November 15, 2017 Male driver was pronounced dead at the scene - At approximately 3:26 p.m. the Boulder County Communications Center received a report of... read more →
Mountain Biker Injured at Hall Ranch Open Space November 14, 2017 Mountain Biker Injured at Hall Ranch - On November 14, 2017 at approximately 4:00 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Boulder County... read more →
Structure fire in the 2,000 block of Caribou Road November 13, 2017 A shed and residence caught fire west of Nederland - On Monday, November 13, at approximately 12:47 p.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more →
Death Investigation in the1900 Block of Stillwater Way November 4, 2017 Death Investigation of 58-Year Old Male- BOULDER COUNTY SHERIFF- On Friday, November 4th 2017 at approximately 10:25 am, deputies with the... read more →
Attempted Suicide at the Boulder County Jail October 27, 2017 Inmate Found Hanging - On October 27th, 2017 a 37 year-old male jail inmate was found in his cell unresponsive and... read more →
Fallen climber on the first flatiron October 26, 2017 Male climber deceased after sustaining injuries from a fall - On Thursday, October 26, at approximately 1:08 p.m., the Boulder County... read more →
Boulder County piloting new road signs to improve bicycle safety October 25, 2017 Feedback from road users on the new signage is encouraged - To help improve safety for all roadway users in the plains/flatland... read more →
Plane makes emergency landing on Boulder County Open Space October 25, 2017 Pilot did not sustain injuries - At approximately 9:40 a.m. this morning the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a small... read more →
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day October 25, 2017 Boulder County residents can drop off unwanted prescription medication at drug collection events - On Saturday, October 28 from 10 a.m. to... read more →
Prescribed Burn Planned at Hall Ranch (west of Lyons), Wednesday, Oct. 25 October 23, 2017 Parks & Open Space and the Sheriff’s Office Wildland Fire Management Program plan to conduct a prescribed burn at Hall Ranch Wed., Oct. 25, weather permitting. Hall Ranch will be closed completely during and smoke may be visible west of Lyons. read more →
Pickup vs. Bicyclist Crash at McCaslin & Indiana in Superior, CO October 20, 2017 Bicyclist sustains serious injuries after collision with pickup truck - On Friday, October 20, 2017 at approximately 6:00pm, the Boulder County Communications... read more →
Indictments for major organized skimming group October 19, 2017 Twelve suspects in police custody - On October 12, 2017, after a 16-month investigation, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Federal Bureau of... read more →
Early Morning Structure Fire Niwot, Colorado October 18, 2017 -On Wednesday morning at approximately 2:30 a.m., Boulder County Sheriff's Communications received a report of a commercial fire alarm... read more →
Stabbing in Nederland October 16, 2017 19 year old Nederland man arrested. - On October 16, 2017 at approximately 12:36 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's Office was notified.... read more →
Injured Hiker on the Royal Arch Trail October 15, 2017 - On October 15, 2017 at 2:20 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Rocky Mountain Rescue Group and the Boulder Fire... read more →
Family of 5 Rescued from 2nd Flatiron October 15, 2017 - At approximately 2:00 pm on October 15, 2017, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Rocky Mountain Rescue and the Boulder Fire... read more →
Update: Arson investigation near 95th Street/ Hills View Drive in Boulder County October 11, 2017 Update: Suspect arrested and charged with multiple feloniesNiwot, Colo. - An arrest warrant was issued for a suspect in the arson investigation of... read more →
Injured Mountain Biker October 8, 2017 Mountain biker sustains leg injury. - On October 8, 2017, at approximately 1:30 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Left Hand Fire... read more →
ATV accident with injuries on Forrest Service Road 118A in Boulder County October 7, 2017 ATV accident with injuries in the area of Forrest Service Road 118A - On Saturday, October 7, 2017 at approximately 3:21pm, Boulder County... read more →
Injured climber rescued after a fall from the Third Flatiron October 7, 2017 Injured climber rescued after 35 foot fall from the Third Flatiron - Boulder County Communications Center received a call at approximately 5:30 p.m.,... read more →
Human remains found in Mud Lake Open Space near Nederland October 2, 2017 A hiker located a human skull during an early morning walkNederland, Colo. - Just before 8:45 a.m. this morning, the Sheriff's Communications... read more →
Arson investigation near 95th Street/ Hills View Drive in Boulder County, Colorado October 2, 2017 Structure fire near 95th Street/Hills View Drive in Boulder County, ColoradoThe cause of a barn fire near the intersection of 95th Street/Hills View... read more →
Injured mountain bicyclist September 27, 2017 Mountain bicyclist injured at Betasso Preserve Open Space - On September 26th, at approximately 6:05pm, Boulder County Communications received a 911 call... read more →
Hiker rescued on Mount Sanitas Trail September 18, 2017 - Boulder County Communications Center received a call at approximately 2:00 p.m., today, September 18, regarding a 59-year-old male hiking on... read more →
Boulder County will be in higher fire danger on Tuesday, no burning will be allowed September 18, 2017 - We anticipate that the National Weather Service (NWS) will be issuing either a Fire Weather Watch, or a Red Flag... read more →
Injured Mountain Biker near Allenspark September 14, 2017 60-year-old male airlifted following a mountian bike accident On Thursday, September 14, 2017 at approximately 12:50 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff's... read more →
Police impersonator arrested August 30, 2017 - On August 29, at approximately 5:43 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a person impersonating a... read more →
Death Investigation Boulder County Fairgrounds August 25, 2017 Death Investigation at the Boulder County Fairgrounds - At approximately 12:05 am on August 25, 2017 members of the Longmont Fire Department... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy Accepting Applications August 16, 2017 The citizens' academy is an opportunity to gain a better understanding of what law enforcement does - The Boulder... read more →
Boulder County Jail inmate dies at local hospital August 14, 2017 A 39-year-old inmate was found unresponsive overnight and later died at a local hospitalBoulder, Colo. - On Sunday, August 13, at 11:55... read more →
HWY 287 Closed Near Oxford due to Fatal Crash August 11, 2017 HWY 287 Closed Near Oxford due to Fatal CrashHWY 287 closed in both directions just south of Longmont - On Friday, August 11,... read more →
Man found dead in Boulder Canyon just east of Nederland August 9, 2017 The body of a 51-year-old Longmont man was found near Castle Rock by two fishermanNederland, Colo. - Just before noon today the... read more →
Fallen Climber First Flatiron August 7, 2017 - On Sunday, August 6, 2017 at approximately 5:58 pm, Boulder County Communications received a report of a fallen... read more →
Structure Fire 5100 Block Williams Fork Trail August 6, 2017 - On August 6, 2017 at approximately 1:22 am Boulder County Sheriff’s deputies and members of the Rocky Mountain, Boulder... read more →
Death Investigation Entrance to West Magnolia August 6, 2017 -On Sunday, August 6, 2017 a 26-year-old male from Longmont was camping with two friends in the Winiger Ridge camping area... read more →
Fallen Climber at The Dome August 5, 2017 27 Year Old Male Falls 50-60 Feet While Climbing - On August 5th, 2017 at 10:38 A.M. three friends, one male... read more →
Sexually violent predator paroles to unincorporated Boulder County August 4, 2017 - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is releasing the following information pursuant to the Colorado Revised Statutes, which authorizes law enforcement... read more →
Human skeletal remains discovered east of Gross Reservoir August 1, 2017 Human skeletal remains discovered east of Gross ReservoirA fisherman discovered the remains late Saturday afternoon near South Boulder Creek east of Gross Reservoir... read more →
Boulder County’s Emergency Alert Notification System now offering severe weather alerts August 1, 2017 - Boulder County residents and guests now have the ability to sign-up for free severe weather alerts through a new Smart... read more →
Stage 1 fire restrictions rescinded for western Boulder County July 31, 2017 Lower temperatures and additional moisture have decreased fire danger - On Monday, July 31, 2017, at 12:00 p.m., Sheriff Joe Pelle rescinded... read more →
Bank robbery in Lyons July 27, 2017 An unidentified man robbed the Bank of the West just after 3 p.m., fleeing with an undetermined amount of money... read more →
Reports of paving scam occurring in Boulder County July 25, 2017 Boulder County Sheriff's Office asks residents to be aware and report suspicious activity - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has received multiple... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Hosting National Night Out Events on Tuesday, Aug. 1 July 25, 2017 Boulder County Sheriff's Office Hosting National Night Out Events Free, family-friendly events will take place around the county on Tuesday, Aug.... read more →
Unattended Death 100 Block West William Street July 19, 2017 - On Wednesday, July 19, 2017, at approximately 12:15 am, deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and members... read more →
Search and Rescue: Hessie Trail July 17, 2017 Search and Rescue on the HessieTrail - On July 17, 2017, shortly after noon deputies of the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, rescue... read more →
Wildland Fire July 16, 2017 Accidently started by a generator. - On July 16, 2017 at 1:17 pm, deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff's Office along with fire crews... read more →
Residential Structure Fire in Lefthand Canyon July 13, 2017 Home in 2000 block of Lefthand Canyon fully engulfed in flames - On Thursday, July 13th, 2017 at approximately 1:47am, the Boulder... read more →
Update: Small wildland fire near Gross Reservoir July 12, 2017 - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office has concluded an investigation into the cause of a that occurred on July 11. The investigation... read more →
Small Wildland Fire near Gross Reservoir July 11, 2017 Wildland Fire - On July 11,2017 at approximately 7:33 pm the Boulder County Regional Communications Center started receiving 911 phone calls... read more →
Unattended death in the 2800 block of Gold Lake Road July 5, 2017 - This morning at approximately 9:07 a.m., the Indian Peaks Fire Department was notified of a deceased individual in the 2800... read more →
Wildland Fire at 2100 Flagstaff Road July 5, 2017 Small Fire on Flagstaff Road Contained- On July 5th, 2017 Fire crews along with Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to... read more →
Small Wildland Fire in the area of the 40 mile marker of Boulder Canyon July 4, 2017 Wildland Fire in Boulder Canyon - On Tuesday July 4, 2017 at approximately 12:34am, the City of Boulder Police and Fire Dispatch... read more →
Structure Fire July 2, 2017 Residential Attic FireAttic fan probable cause of fire in single family home. - On July 2, 2017 at approximately 11:30 a.m., Boulder... read more →
Sex offender, with felony warrants, taken into custody June 30, 2017 Sex offender with felony warrants taken into custodyStephen Broussard was wanted out of Louisiana - On June 29, members of the Boulder... read more →
Boulder County enacting stage 1 fire restrictions June 29, 2017 Forecast for hot temperatures and dry conditions has increased fire danger - Sheriff Joe Pelle will be enacting Stage 1... read more →
Unattended death of 59 year old male transient discovered in the 5000 block of 28th Street in unincorporated Boulder County, Colorado June 25, 2017 Unattended death of 59 year old male transient in Boulder County On June 25th, 2017, just after 8:00 a.m., the Boulder... read more →
Injured Climber Rescued in Boulder Canyon June 21, 2017 Climber fell 20-25 feet while climbing Bell Buttress' "Old School" Route - On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at approximately 7:37pm, the Boulder... read more →
Suspicious package in Lyons, Colorado June 19, 2017 examined by the Boulder County Regional Bomb Squad and determined to be rendered safe On June 19th, 2017, at approximately... read more →
Local law enforcement partners with Boulder Valley School District to conduct tactical training at Douglass Elementary School June 16, 2017 BVSD took advantage of the planned demolition of the school to allow first responders to engage in a live-fire weapons exercise... read more →
Water Rescue Operation in Nederland June 15, 2017 False alarm after two inner tubes found floating in Barker Reservoir - On Thursday, June 15, 2017 at approximately 5:04pm, the Boulder... read more →
Sheriff has rescinded Saint Vrain River tubing ban June 15, 2017 Sheriff rescinded Saint Vrain River tubing banWater flow rate has slowed to safer levels; tubing ban rescindedLyons, Colo. - Sheriff Joe Pelle, in... read more →
Update: Structure fire investigation in Gunbarrel June 13, 2017 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office investigators and the Boulder County Multi-Agency Fire Investigation Team (MAFIT) have concluded an investigation into... read more →
Felony menacing suspect apprehended June 9, 2017 Incident occurred at the Cemex Lyons Plant located in the 5000 block of Highway 66 - At approximately 3:45 p.m. this afternoon,... read more →
Tubing Ban Enacted for the Saint Vrain River June 9, 2017 Tubing ban enacted for St. Vrain River - Sheriff Joe Pelle, in consultation with Victoria Simonsen, the Lyons Town Administrator, and Lyons... read more →
Water rescue of dog June 8, 2017 in creek Technical rescue of dog stranded in the middle of the South Fork of Boulder Creek At approximately... read more →
Wildland fire within unincorporated Boulder County June 3, 2017 Wildland fire near the Enchanted Mesa Trial within unincorporated Boulder CountyFirefighters in mop up mode from suspected human caused fire - At... read more →
Sheriff to rescind Saint Vrain River tubing ban June 2, 2017 Water flow rate has slowed to safer levels; tubing ban to be rescinded at midnightLyons, Colo. - Sheriff Joe Pelle, in consultation with... read more →
Rock climber injured after 50 foot fall near Boulder Falls; 33,200 Boulder Canyon in Boulder County, CO May 28, 2017 Rock climber injured after 50 foot fall near Boulder Falls; 33,200 Boulder Canyon, Boulder County, CO Injured climber rescued after 50... read more →
Sheriff implements tubing ban on the Saint Vrain River May 27, 2017 The Saint Vrain River is currently flowing at over 1,300 CFSLyons, Colo. - Sheriff Joe Pelle, in consultation with Victoria Simonsen,... read more →
Update No. 4: Arrest made in Coal Creek Canyon homicide investigation May 16, 2017 Garrett Matthew Coughlin, 24, was arrested this afternoon for the triple murder on Divide View Drive on April 15Golden, Colo. - This... read more →
Toddler nearly drowns in Hygiene May 13, 2017 A 19-month-old child was found in a pool at a residence; the child was rescued and taken to a local hospitalHygiene,... read more →
Fallen Climber Rescued at Eldorado Canyon State Park May 12, 2017 27-year-old male fell 50-60 feet while climbing Bastille route - On Friday, 12 May 2017 at approximately 2:40pm, the Boulder County Communications... read more →
Accident in Niwot claims the life of a Boulder County employee May 2, 2017 A Boulder County Parks & Open Space employee was killed in an ATV accident near the Lobo Trail on the Bielens-Hock propertyNiwot,... read more →
UPDATE: Structure fire investigation in Gunbarrel May 2, 2017 One of the residents of the involved apartment in the 4600 block of White Rock Circle has died; the investigation continuesBoulder,... read more →
Erie High School student is recipient of County Sheriffs of Colorado scholarship April 28, 2017 - Sheriff Joe Pelle is pleased to announce that Jesi Buckley is the Boulder County recipient of the 2017/2018 County Sheriffs... read more →
Update No. 3: Homicide investigation in Coal Creek Canyon April 28, 2017 The investigation into the murder of three people on Divide View Drive continues Golden, Colo. - Sheriff's detectives are continuing... read more →
Death Investigation April 24, 2017 54 year old Superior woman found in garageSuperior, Colo. - At approximately 5:55 am on April 24, 2017 members of the Rocky... read more →
National prescription drug take-back day April 29 April 21, 2017 National prescription drug take-back day Boulder County residents can drop off unwanted prescription medication at drug collection events - On Saturday,... read more →
Structure Fire 4600 Block White Rock Circle April 21, 2017 - At approximately 3:37 AM the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call from a female reporting a domestic... read more →
Wildland fire near the 700 block of North Cedar Brook Road in Boulder County, CO April 20, 2017 On April 19th, 2017, at approximately 6:38 p.m. Boulder County Communications received several reports of a wildland fire in the area... read more →
Boulder County to launch refreshed website on Wednesday, April 19 April 17, 2017 Boulder County to launch refreshed website on April 19The updated website will include a more mobile-friendly platform and a streamlined navigation... read more →
UPDATE No. 2: Homicide investigation in Coal Creek Canyon April 16, 2017 Investigators have eliminated murder-suicide as a possibility in the on-going triple homicide investigationGolden, Colo. - Investigators have preliminarily identified the three victims in... read more →
UPDATE: Homicide investigation in Coal Creek Canyon April 16, 2017 Investigators located the bodies of two men and one woman inside the residence; a triple homicide investigation underwayGolden, Colo. - Just before... read more →
Homicide investigation in Coal Creek Canyon April 15, 2017 Detectives investigate suspicious deaths in Coal Creek Canyon as homicideAt least two deceased individuals were located in a home in the... read more →
Injured Mountain Biker Rescued from Walker Ranch Loop Trail April 13, 2017 - On Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at approximately 7:26pm, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from two mountain bikers... read more →
Paraglider crash in 100 block of Meadowlook Way April 10, 2017 - At approximately 1:20 p.m. this afternoon, witnesses called the Boulder County Communications Center with a report of a downed... read more →
Sunshine fire declared extinguished March 31, 2017 - The Boulder Rural Fire Protection District and the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office are calling the Sunshine Fire extinguished. While active fire... read more →
Fire ban rescinded for western Boulder County March 31, 2017 Lower temperatures and additional moisture have decreased fire danger - On Friday, March 31st, 2017, Sheriff Joe Pelle rescinded the fire ban that... read more →
Emergency warning sirens to be tested beginning April 3 March 30, 2017 - Boulder County and the City of Boulder will begin audible testing of the countywide emergency sirens at 10 a.m. on... read more →
Climber Falls 60 Feet Eldorado State Canyon Park March 28, 2017 Climber Falls 60 Feet - Eldorado State Canyon - On March 27, 2017 at 5:39 PM Boulder County Communication Center received... read more →
SWAT assists Longmont PD in taking wanted man into custody March 23, 2017 Russell Ehrlich, 39, was wanted on felony charges when he eluded Longmont officers; he was taken into custody after a two-and-a-half... read more →
Detectives investigate man’s death along Coal Creek Trail in eastern Boulder County March 23, 2017 Detectives investigate man's death along Coal Creek Trail in eastern Boulder CountyThe body of a 28-year-old man was discovered early Wednesday... read more →
Detectives investigate man’s death near Kossler Lake on Flagstaff Mountain March 22, 2017 Detectives investigate man's death near Kossler Lake on Flagstaff MountainThe body of a 39-year-old man was discovered early this morning -... read more →
The cause of the Sunshine Fire determined to be from a campfire March 21, 2017 Sunshine Fire determined to be human-caused and the result of a campfire The campfire appeared to be associated with a transient camp west of... read more →
Structure Fire in the 200 block of Main Street in Lyons Colorado March 21, 2017 - On March 21, 2017 at approximately 12:40 am, the Boulder Regional Communications Center received 911 phone calls reporting a structure... read more →
Structure fire South Boulder Road March 20, 2017 Structure fire 7100 block of South Boulder RoadStructure fire on private property damages garage - On Sunday, March 19, 2017 at... read more →
Wildfire in Sunshine Canyon March 19, 2017 Firefighters battling a wildland fire near the Seven Hills subdivision; mandatory evacuation orders in placeBoulder, Colo. - At 1:40 a.m., Boulder Regional... read more →
Male rescued from the base of the First Flatiron in Chautauqua Park March 15, 2017 On 03-15-17 at approximately 1:34 PM, Boulder County dispatch received a 9-1-1 call reference a male party that was scrambling at... read more →
Boulder County enacts fire ban March 15, 2017 Warm winter temperatures and low moisture have increased the fire danger - This morning, just after 10:30 a.m., Sheriff Joe Pelle enacted... read more →
Unattended death at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort, in Boulder County, CO March 7, 2017 23 year old male deceased in skiing accident On March 7th, 2017, at approximately 1035 hours, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office,... read more →
Male rescued from Brainard Lake area due to medical concerns March 4, 2017 Male rescued from Brainard Lake area - On March 3, 2017 at approximately 3:30 pm, the Boulder County Communications Center received information... read more →
Booking photo of Adam Densmore February 28, 2017 Boulder, Colo. - Adam Densmore, 32, was booked into the Boulder County Jail on Feb. 27, 2017 at approximately 1:00 p.m. Densmore is... read more →
Injured snowboarder at Eldora Moutain Resort in Boulder County, CO February 26, 2017 Injured snowboarder at Eldora Mountain Resort in Boulder County, CO25 year old male transported via helicopter after sustaining head injuries - On February 26th,... read more →
Unattended death near 7000 block of Ute Highway in Boulder County February 26, 2017 Unattended death of 60 year old male in 7000 block of Ute Highway, Boulder County, CO On February 26th, 2017, at approximately... read more →
Rabbit Mountain Fire update February 23, 2017 The cause of the Rabbit Mountain Fire was determined to be related to target shooters at the Round Mountain Ranch - Sheriff... read more →
Grassland Fire: Town of Superior February 22, 2017 Grassland Fire: Fire SH 128 / McCaslin Blvd (Northwest Section) - On February 22, 2017 at around 02:30 AM, a grass fire... read more →
Sheriff Pelle reminds Boulder County residents and visitors of current high fire danger February 21, 2017 - Sheriff Joe Pelle would like to remind Boulder County residents and visitors that the unseasonably warm and dry weather along... read more →
Grass fire north of Hygiene February 21, 2017 (#RabbitMntFire)A fast-moving grass fire north of the 6300 blk of Ute Highway prompted the evacuation of 75 homes; suppression efforts... read more →
Rescue February 19, 2017 Fallen Climber at Eldorado Canyon State Park --On Saturday, February 18, 2017, at approximately 3:35pm, Boulder County Dispatch received a 911... read more →
Unidentified body discovered near Ward, Boulder County, CO February 12, 2017 Unidentified body discovered on second day of search near Ward, CO On February 11th, 2017, a hiker reported finding what appeared to... read more →
Update on wildfires February 11, 2017 Update on Boulder County wildfiresBoth the Rogers Fire and Wagonwheel Gap Fire are fully contained; mop-up efforts continue - Firefighters continued to... read more →
Unattended Death at the 44.4 mile marker of the Peak to Peak Highway February 8, 2017 Unattended Death - On February 7, 2017 at approximately 3:16 pm, deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff's Office along with members of... read more →
Wild land fire in the 500 block of Flagstaff Summit Road February 6, 2017 Small wild land fire quickly extinguished near the Range View Trail On February 6th, 2017, at about 11:30 a.m., members with the Boulder... read more →
Sheriff’s Office recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to victims of crime, trauma February 6, 2017 Deadline to apply is March 3 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to serve as victim advocates to provide... read more →
Medical assist in the 7000 block of Flagstaff Road, Boulder County, CO February 5, 2017 56 year old male transported to a local hospital after sustaining injuries in a construction accident On February 5th, 2017, at about 10:30 a.m.,... read more →
Wildland fire near 500 block of Flagstaff Summit Road in Boulder County, CO January 31, 2017 Wildland fire extinguished near 500 block of Flagstaff Summit Road less than 1/4 acre On January 30th, 2017, at about 4:25 p.m.,... read more →
Climber falls 20 ft. in Eldorado Canyon State Park January 30, 2017 26 year old male , Boulder County, CO On January 29th, 2017, at about 3:00 p.m., members with the Boulder County Sheriff's Office,... read more →
Two men flee stolen vehicle after crashing in North Boulder; both men captured after three hour search January 24, 2017 The driver of the stolen vehicle attempted to elude deputies near 28th / Broadway before crashingBoulder, Colo. - Just before 8:20 p.m.... read more →
Missing, Elderly Female with Dementia Found January 14, 2017 Follow-up: Located in Jefferson County --Follow-up to previous press release: Donna Vermillion has been located. Donna (who is 84 years old), had been... read more →
Follow-up to Missing Elderly Female with Dementia January 14, 2017 Missing from Gold Hill Area -- As a follow-up to the press release on the missing, elderly female, Donna Vermillion, from... read more →
Missing Elderly Female with Dementia January 14, 2017 --The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public’s help in locating a missing 84 year old female with dementia. ... read more →
Structure Fire at Ponderosa Mobile Home Park in North Boulder January 13, 2017 The home at 4475 North Broadway is a total loss - On Thursday, January 12, 2017 at approximately 4:45pm, deputies with the Boulder... read more →
Robbery in the 1600 Block of Coalton Road, Town of Superior January 10, 2017 Armed Robbery - On January 9, 2017 at approximately 7:46 pm a male party described as a Hispanic male entered a retail... read more →
Wildland Fire in the 400 block of Country Lane, Boulder County, CO January 9, 2017 Small Wildland fire quickly contained in the 400 block of Country Lane On January 9th, 2017, at about 5:00 a.m., the Boulder County... read more →
Death Investigation January 8, 2017 62 year old man found deceased in his front yard - On January 8, 2017 at approximately 4:45 am, deputies and fire... read more →
Man found dead in the Ponderosa Mobile Home Park in North Boulder January 7, 2017 The body of a 67-year-old man was found in the snow by a passerbyBoulder, Colo. - This morning at 7:45 a.m., the... read more →
Search and Rescue January 5, 2017 Couple Stranded in National Forest Near Gold Hill --On Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at around 4:45pm, Boulder County Dispatch received a... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office participates in scholarship program January 3, 2017 Program awards $500 scholarships to part or full-time higher education students in Colorado - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →

2016


Unattended Death December 30, 2016 Saddlebrook Apartment Complex--Superior, CO --On December 29, 2016 at approximately 4:45pm, Boulder County Dispatch received a call from an out of... read more →
Structure Fire in the 200 block of Evans St. Lyons, Co. December 28, 2016 - On December 28, 2016 at 4:05 am the Boulder County Communications Center received a call of a structure fire in the... read more →
Overnight wildland grass fire north of Boulder December 26, 2016 A wind-driven, quick-moving wildland grassfire north of Boulder has been contained and is being mopped up - At 11:10 pm Christmas night,... read more →
High winds cause multiple issues across Boulder County December 26, 2016 High winds cause multiple Christmas Day issues across Boulder CountyA small grass fire west of Hygiene was reignited and downed trees... read more →
Deputies arrest Alaskan man for attempted murder December 26, 2016 Rodney David Burba was arrested on Christmas Eve after grabbing the steering wheel of a car multiple times in an attempt to... read more →
Hiker rescued from Chautauqua Park December 25, 2016 60 year old Hiker rescued at Chautauqua Park after falling on ice. - On Saturday, December 24, 2016 at approximately 2:33 p.m., the... read more →
Arrests made in connection with marijuana dispensary burglaries December 21, 2016 Arrests made in connection with marijuana dispensary burglariesFive juveniles arrested for six burglaries - Two 14-year-old males, one 15-year-old male, one 16-year-old male,... read more →
County Officials Review Study on Jail Overcrowding in Boulder County December 14, 2016 The study used evidenced-based practices to examine the best use of county resources to ensure public safety and reduce recidivism... read more →
Unattended Death in Southern Boulder County December 10, 2016 60-year-old male found deceased in residence on Marshall Road - On December 9, 2016 at approximately 8:00pm, deputies from the Boulder County.... read more →
Structure Fire December 2, 2016 Outbuilding in Riverside Area Burns Down --On Friday, December 2, 2016, at approximately 1:30am, Boulder County Dispatch received a 911 call... read more →
Structure Fire December 2, 2016 Outbuilding Burns Down at 6054 Oxford Road -- On Thursday, December 1, 2016, at approximately 8:58 pm, members from the Boulder... read more →
Allenspark phone service impacted, 911 calls rerouted December 1, 2016 Phone services for CenturyLink customers in Allenspark impacted911 calls are being rerouted to Fire Department - CenturyLink phone services in Allenspark have been impactedllenspark Fire Department, where we have a Boulder County Sheriff's Office reserve deputy there to answer them. CenturyLink technicians are working to restore service as soon as possible.
Crime Spree Ends December 1, 2016 Crime Spree in Larimer and Boulder Counties is Over --On Wednesday, November 30, 2016, at approximately 5:30 pm, Boulder County... read more →
Unattended Death in Northern Boulder County November 26, 2016 87-year-old man found deceased under tractor. - On November 25, 2016 at approximately 2:20 pm the Boulder County Communications Center received a... read more →
Lost Hikers Jasper Lake Area November 23, 2016 - On November 22, 2016 at about 8:39 am, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Rocky Mountain Rescue (RMR), Front Range... read more →
Heil Valley Ranch Prescribed Burn Window Set for Nov. 28 – Dec. 14 November 22, 2016 Heil Valley Ranch will be closed during active ignition days - Boulder County Parks & Open Space and the Boulder County.... read more →
Unattended Death November 20, 2016 2000 block County Road 87J --On Saturday, November 19, 2016, at approximately 9:18pm, Boulder County Dispatch received a call about an... read more →
Fire ban rescinded for western Boulder County November 17, 2016 Lower temperatures and additional moisture have decreased fire danger - On Thursday, November 17, 2016, Sheriff Joe Pelle rescinded the fire ban that... read more →
Overnight pursuit ends in vehicle crash in east Boulder November 14, 2016 A vehicle briefly fled from a deputy on 55th Street before crashingBoulder, Colo. - Just after midnight this morning, a sheriff's deputy... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Holds Annual Awards Ceremony November 14, 2016 Boulder County Sheriff's Office Holds Annual Awards Ceremony - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office formally recognized team members, volunteers, partner agencies and... read more →
Unattended Death 15,000 Block of Parrish Road November 13, 2016 Unattended Death in the 15,000 Block of Parrish Road - On November 12, 2016 at approximately 4:06 p.m., Boulder County deputies and... read more →
Deputies investigate early morning shooting on the Boulder Turnpike November 11, 2016 Early this morning the driver's window of a vehicle was shot out by a passing motoristSuperior, Colo. - Just before 6:00 a.m.... read more →
Structure fire near Eldorado Springs November 1, 2016 Fire occurred in the 1800 block of Senda Rocosa Street - At 10:13 A.M. Boulder County Communications Center aired a confirmed structure... read more →
Burglary and Vehicle Trespasses October 29, 2016 Niwot High School --On 10/29/2016, at around 1:40am, a lone individual broke through a set of glass doors at Niwot High School,... read more →
Structure Fire October 29, 2016 722 Caribou Road, Boulder County --On 10/29/2016, at approximately 3:00am, Boulder County Communications received information of a possible in the... read more →
Stolen vehicle recovery in Superior October 28, 2016 - At approximately 11:35 A.M. today, Boulder County Sheriff's Office deputies were notified of a stolen vehicle in the Superior. The... read more →
Unattended Death Bunce School Road October 26, 2016 - Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Allenspark Fire and the Boulder County Coroner responded to a report of a deceased... read more →
Former deputy arrested for conspiring to introduce contraband into the Boulder County Jail October 25, 2016 Tyler Mason was arrested this morning for attempting to smuggle chewing tobacco and marijuana edibles into the jailBoulder, Colo. - This morning... read more →
Possible Suicidal Person Saved on Hwy 36 October 25, 2016 Suicidal Person - On October 24th, 2016, at approximately 4:30pm, a person was reported on the outside of the pedestrian bridge... read more →
Grass fire west of Longmont is contained October 22, 2016 A small two-acre grass fire that resulted from arcing power lines is being mopped up Longmont, Colo. - This afternoon,... read more →
Inmate death at the Boulder County Jail October 22, 2016 A 45-year-old man was found hanging in his cell early this morning; no foul play is suspected Boulder, Colo. -... read more →
Boulder County fire ban to go into effect October 21, 2016 High temperatures and low moisture have increased the fire danger - A fire ban will go into effect on Saturday,... read more →
Fatal single-vehicle accident on Highway 128 in Superior October 20, 2016 A 35-year-old Thornton man dies after being run over by a semi truck early this morningSuperior, Colo. - Just before 6:30 a.m.... read more →
Structure Fire October 19, 2016 3900 Block of Frailey Drive - On Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at approximately 9:33 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received... read more →
Felony menacing suspect at large October 18, 2016 Felony menacing suspect at-largeDavid Anthony Estes, 42, is wanted for felony menacing, third degree assault, and harassment, stemming from an altercation... read more →
U.S. Department of Justice announces arrest of man believed to have placed improvised explosive device in Nederland shopping complex October 17, 2016 The defendant, 64-year-old David Michael Ansberry, was caught in Chicago after fleeing Colorado Nederland, Colo. - This afternoon the U.S. Department... read more →
No open burning allowed due to forecast October 16, 2016 The National Weather Service has issued watches and warnings that preclude open burning throughout unincorporated Boulder County - The National Weather... read more →
Rescue on injured hiker on trail between the First and Second Flatiron October 16, 2016 Rescue of injured Hiker in Chautauqua Park19-year old Hiker rescued with minor injuries - On Saturday, October 15, 2016 at approximately 8:55... read more →
Injured Hiker on the Saddle Rock Trail October 16, 2016 Rescue in Gregory Canyon - On Saturday, October 15, 2016 at approximately 9:40 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911... read more →
Unattended Death October 15, 2016 10,600 block Empire Road --On October 15, 2016, at approximately 1:50am, Boulder County Communications received a call of a deceased 74... read more →
Backpack bomb found in front of the Nederland Police Department and sheriff’s substation October 13, 2016 Backpack bomb found in front of the Nederland Police Department and sheriff's substation The preliminary investigation indicates the active IED failed... read more →
Sexually violent predator to be placed on work release October 7, 2016 - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is releasing information pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes, which authorizes law enforcement agencies to... read more →
Drug Take Back Event – Saturday, Oct. 22 October 7, 2016 For Immediate ReleaseOct. 7, 2016 Drug Take Back DayThe Boulder County Sheriff's Office and the DEA are teaming up for a... read more →
Heil Valley Ranch Prescribed Burn Window Set for Oct. 12 – 31 October 6, 2016 Heil Valley Ranch Prescribed Burn Window Set for Oct. 12 - 31 First attempt Wednesday, Oct. 12, weather permitting – Boulder County... read more →
Officer Involved Shooting of Mr. Adrian Shaffer October 6, 2016 Shooting occurred September 10, 2016 on Hwy. 287 - The Boulder County Investigative Team (BCIT), a multi-agency team which investigates... read more →
West Magnolia Fire October 3, 2016 Subheading - At approximately 3:00 p.m. Monday, October 3, 2016, Boulder County Communications received a call for a small fire in the... read more →
Unattended Death October 2, 2016 in the 11300 Block of Dillon Road On Saturday, October 1, 2016 around 9:00 a.m., the body of a 44-year old... read more →
Wildfire and Forestry Open House at Walker Ranch Oct. 1 September 28, 2016 Event Kicks Off October Wildfire Awareness Month - October Wildfire Awareness Month will kick off with a Connecting the Community to Public... read more →
Unattended Death September 24, 2016 7500 block Overland Road --On Friday, September 23, 2016, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the 7500 block of... read more →
Three arrested after a day of shooting out windows and eluding authorities September 23, 2016 Three arrested after a day of shooting out windows and eluding Boulder County law enforcementSubheading - Three people were arrested after a... read more →
Attempted Homicide suspect taken into custody September 23, 2016 - At approximately 8:10 pm detectives with the Boulder County Sheriff's Office with the assistance of the US Marshalls Service and... read more →
Update: Attempted murder in Lefthand Canyon September 21, 2016 Identifying information being released on juvenile suspect The Boulder County Sheriff's Office has received a court order allowing the release... read more →
Sexually violent predator paroles to the Reserve Neighborhood in east Boulder September 20, 2016 Boulder, Colo. - The sheriff's office is releasing the following information pursuant to the Colorado Revised Statutes, which authorizes law enforcement agencies... read more →
Attempted murder in Lefthand Canyon September 20, 2016 A 71-year-old woman was assaulted by a 16-year-old man leaving her with critical injuries - At 8 p.m. last night, sheriff's deputies... read more →
Vehicle crashes into South Boulder Creek in Eldorado Canyon State Park September 20, 2016 The driver of the vehicle was located after a short search.Eldorado Springs, Colo. - This morning at 8:30 a.m., sheriff's deputies and... read more →
Unattended Death September 18, 2016 7400 block Mt. Sherman Road, Boulder County, Colorado --On Sunday, September 18, 2016, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office was sent on... read more →
Stolen vehicle recovered from Gross Reservoir September 18, 2016 A vehicle stolen from Jefferson County in the spring of 2015 was located in Gross Reservoir during a training exercise last... read more →
Suspect in officer-involved shooting dies September 18, 2016 Officer-involved shooting suspect dies The suspect who engaged Deputy Teri Javes in a gunfight on Highway 287 eight days ago died... read more →
Boulder County Partners with Airbnb to Strengthen Community Disaster Response Capacity September 16, 2016 Collaborative effort will provide temporary housing options and enhance information-sharing during emergencies - Through a unique collaboration designed to strengthen our community’s... read more →
Fire ban rescinded in Boulder County September 14, 2016 Fire ban in western Boulder County rescindedLower temperatures and additional moisture have decreased wildfire risk - This morning, September 13, 2016, Sheriff Joe... read more →
Vehicle Fire September 13, 2016 in Boulder CanyonBoulder County Sheriff's Office case number 16-5625 - On September 12th, 2016 at approximately7:35pm the Boulder County Regional Communications... read more →
Suspect identified in weekend officer-involved shooting September 12, 2016 Adrian Joseph Shaffer, 37, engaged Deputy Teri Javes in a gunfight in the 7500 block of N. 107th Street (Highway 287)... read more →
Deputy involved in weekend shooting identified September 12, 2016 Deputy Teri Javes, a 19-year veteran, was involved in this weekend's shooting on Highway 287 south of Longmont. - The deputy involved... read more →
Structure Fire September 12, 2016 at the Sugar MillBoulder County Case Number 16-5601 - On September 11th, 2016 at approximately 6:36pm the Boulder County Regional Communications... read more →
Officer involved shooting on North 107th Street September 11, 2016 - At approximately 5:15 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff's Office Communications Center received multiple phone calls from motorists driving on Highway... read more →
Technical Rescue September 10, 2016 Person Rescued from Barker Dam --On September 10, 2016, at about 2:25 AM, Boulder Communications Dispatch was notified of a 22... read more →
Structure Fire September 4, 2016 At approximately 9:30 a.m, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Indian Peaks Fire Protection, Gold Hill Fire Department, and Left Hand... read more →
Lost Hiker 7800 Overland Road August 22, 2016 - On August 21, 2016 at about 6:57 PM, members of the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services, Rocky Mountain... read more →
Rescue 3700 Gross Dam Road August 22, 2016 - On August 21, 2016 at about 8:47 PM members of the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, Rocky Mountain Rescue... read more →
Paraglider crashes west of Wonderland Lake in north Boulder August 20, 2016 The pilot was critically injured and was airlifted from the crash site to a Denver area hospital. Boulder, Colo. - Just after 2:40 p.m. this afternoon,... read more →
Climber rescued from second flatiron August 16, 2016 Climber stranded overnight - A rock climber, 36-year-old Jeremy Cadwell, from Lakewood, Colorado, was rescued this morning from the second flatiron.Cadwell was... read more →
Wildland Fire Near Logan Mill Ranch (1300 block Logan Mill Road) August 16, 2016 Wildland Fire Near Logan Mill Ranch - On August 16, 2016 at about 12:20 AM, deputies of the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, members... read more →
Attempted Suicide Boulder County Jail August 16, 2016 - On August 15, 2016 at about 5:50 pm a 29-year old female inmate was discovered unconscious in her cell at the Boulder... read more →
Boulder County fire ban amended August 11, 2016 Previously prohibited activities now allowed, but fire ban is still in place - On Thursday, Aug. 11, 2016, Sheriff Joe Pelle amended... read more →
Former CU Student Booked into the Boulder County Jail August 11, 2016 Following his sentencing for sexual assaultThe Boulder County Sheriff's Office is releasing Austin James Wilkerson's mug shot via a media advisory, due to the number of requests received for the photo. All other case inquiries should be sent to the Boulder Police Department.
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Academy Accepting Applications August 8, 2016 Boulder County Sheriff's Office hosting citizens' academyThe citizens' academy is an opportunity to gain a better understanding of what law enforcement... read more →
Hiker Rescued on Blue Lake Trail in Boulder County August 4, 2016 - On Wednesday, 03 August 2016 at 2:00pm, rescue personnel were dispatched to the Blue Lake Trail in unincorporated Boulder County... read more →
Wild Land Fire August 2, 2016 Boulder County Sheriff's Office case number 16-4605 - On August 1st, 2016 at approximately 5:55pm the Boulder County Communication Center received phone calls... read more →
16yo Hiker Rescued From Trail by 2nd Flatiron July 30, 2016 16yo Hiker Rescued From Trail by 2nd Flatiron - On Friday, 29 July 2016 at approximately 8:20pm, the Boulder County Communications Center received... read more →
Unattended Death 10000 Block of East County Line Road July 27, 2016 Case Report 16-4447 - On Tuesday, July 26, 2016, at approximately 8:45 pm, deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →
Arrest made in Superior credit card skimming case July 25, 2016 Detectives arrested one man, and have obtained an arrest warrant for a second, after credit card skimming devices were found at the... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Hosting National Night Out Events July 25, 2016 Boulder County Sheriff's Office Hosting National Night Out Events Free, family-friendly events will take place around the county on August 2... read more →
Rescue July 24, 2016 Two hikers d at Chautaugua ParkBoulder County Sheriff's Office case number 16-4375 - On Saturday, July 23rd, 2016 at approximately 7:09pm, the... read more →
Death Investigation near Nederland July 22, 2016 This afternoon searchers located the body of a 38-year-old man reported missing from Nederland. Nederland, Colo. - This afternoon at... read more →
Coroner rules on the cause and manner of Stephanie Anderson’s death July 20, 2016 Coroner rules on the cause and manner of Stephanie Anderson's death Stephanie Anderson died of natural causes while incarcerated at the... read more →
Fire 900 Block Rudi Lane July 20, 2016 BCSO Case Report 16-4725 - On Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at approximately 5:52 pm, the Boulder County Regional Communications... read more →
Boulder County fire restrictions amended July 18, 2016 The county-wide fire ban instituted on July 9th has been amended to only ban open-burning in the mountains. - Earlier... read more →
Skeletal remains discovered near Peterson Lake in Eldora July 16, 2016 Skeletal remains discovered near Peterson Lake outside the Eldora Ski ResortThe human remains are believed to be related to the remains... read more →
Plane crashes after take-off west of Longmont; pilot suffers minor injuries July 16, 2016 Plane crashes after take-off west of Longmont; pilot suffers minor injuries A single-engine airplane lost power after takeoff and crashed into a field... read more →
Cold Springs Fire reaches full containment July 15, 2016 At 8:00 p.m. this evening all remaining mandatory evacuation orders and road closures were lifted. Rocky Mountain Incident Management 2 Team... read more →
Deceased camper’s body discovered near the Sourdough Trailhead July 14, 2016 Deceased camper's body discovered near the Sourdough TrailheadA man's body was found in a tent south of the parking lot at the... read more →
Cold Springs Fire Latest Update July 14, 2016 Final Rocky Mountain Incident Management 2 Team Black Cold Springs Fire Report On Friday, July 15, at 7 am, Rocky Mountain... read more →
Progress continues at the Cold Springs Fire July 14, 2016 Boulder Canyon Drive will reopen tonight at 8:00 pm; the remaining mandatory evacuation orders are expected to be lifted tomorrow night.... read more →
Disaster Assistance Center open at Nederland High School July 13, 2016 for Cold Springs Fire residents Residents impacted by the Cold Springs Fire are encouraged to check-in to the DAC with... read more →
Additional Cold Springs Fire neighborhoods to open permanently to residents today at 3 p.m. July 13, 2016 Additional Cold Springs Fireneighborhoods to open permanently to residents today at 3 p.m.Rocky Mountain Incident Management 2 Team Black Public Call... read more →
Cold Springs Fire Latest Update July 13, 2016 Rocky Mountain Incident Management 2 Team Black ... read more →
Longmont Dam Road Rescue July 13, 2016 Boulder Sheriff Case Report: 16-4114 - On July 12, 2016 at about 9:48 PM, Boulder County Sheriff's Office, American Medical Response, Rocky... read more →
Evacuated residents from the Cold Springs Fire may start to return home July 13, 2016 Residents may return home at the Cold Springs FireWith a change in mandatory evacuation areas some residents will be allowed to return... read more →
Additional fire-affected structures identified July 12, 2016 - A Damage Assessment Team was once again escorted by the Incident Management Team to survey damage identified by ground crews. The... read more →
Cold Springs Fire Update – Magnolia Road now Open July 12, 2016 Cold Springs Fire update Rocky Mountain Incident Management 2 Team Black Public Information: 303-413-7730 Email: coldspringsfire@gmail.com Website: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4848/ Twitter: #ColdSpringsFire ... read more →
Magnolia Area Evacuation Lifted – Residents Can Return Home Effective Immediately July 12, 2016 Magnolia Area Evacuation Lifted Residents Can Return Home Effective Immediately - A dispatch notification was just sent to residents in the Magnolia area that the mandatory evacuation... read more →
Additional fire-affected structures identified July 11, 2016 - A Damage Assessment Team was once again escorted by the Incident Management Team to survey damage identified by ground crews. The land... read more →
Mugshots of Cold Springs Fire arson arrestees July 11, 2016 Mugshots of Cold Spring Fire arson arresteesNederland, Colo. - Below are the mugshots of the two men arrested for 4th Degree Arson,... read more →
Arrests made in Cold Springs Fire July 10, 2016 Arrests made in the Cold Springs FireTwo campers from out-of-state have been arrested for arson.Nederland, Colo. - This afternoon at 4:40 p.m.,... read more →
Fire-affected structures identified after Damage Assessment July 10, 2016 - A Damage Assessment Team was escorted by the Incident Management Team to survey damage identified by ground crews. The land survey... read more →
Fire Ban Enacted for ALL of Boulder County July 9, 2016 All open burning is currently prohibited in Boulder County - There is a Fire Ban in place for ALL of Boulder County. No openkend.Updates on the Cold Springs Wildfire near Nederland are available at: http://www.boulderoem.com/emergency-status/
Cold Springs Fire July 9, 2016 Fire start at Peak to Peak Highway north of Nederland - Fire is currently at 100 acres, no containment. Mandatory evacuation orderDDITIONAL UPDATES WILL BE MADE ON THE BOULDER COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT WEBSITE, FACEBOOK, AND TWITTER ACCOUNTS.
Credit card skimming devices found at a Superior gas station July 8, 2016 Two devices were located inside of pay-at-the-pump consoles at the Superior Conoco.Superior, Colo. - Last night, during routine pump maintenance at a... read more →
Vehicle Fire July 5, 2016 in the 6700 Bock of Sunshine Canyon Boulder County, Colorado -On July 4th, 2016, at approximately at 1430 hours, the... read more →
Search and Rescue July 4, 2016 Big Owl Road - At approximately 1702 hours, Deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff's Office along with members of the Allenspark... read more →
Injured Hiker Rescue in Boulder County, Colorado June 29, 2016 Boulder County Case Report #16-3777 On June 28th, 2016, at approximately 1040 hours, members with the Nederland Fire Department, American Medical... read more →
Structure Fire in the 4700 block of Eldorado Springs Drive Boulder County, Colorado June 27, 2016 Structure Fire4700 block of Eldorado Springs Drive Boulder County, Colorado On June 26th, 2016, at approximately 1331 hours, Rocky Mountain Fire... read more →
Retirement and promotion celebrations at the sheriff’s office June 24, 2016 Retirement and promotion celebrations at the sheriff's officeDivision Chief Bruce Haas retires after four decades of service at the Boulder County Jail.Boulder,... read more →
Update on the water rescue near Boulder Falls June 20, 2016 Update on the swift water rescue near Boulder FallsThe injured party pulled from Boulder Creek yesterday evening is a 21-year-old resident.... read more →
Hiker Falls Into Creek Above Boulder Falls June 20, 2016 - On June 19, 2016 at about 5:42 PM Boulder County Communications Center received multiple 911 calls reporting a person in... read more →
Unattended Death in Niwot, Boulder County, CO June 19, 2016 Unattended Death in Niwot Condominium - On Saturday, June 18, 2016 at approximately 6:30pm, deputies with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and... read more →
Small wildfire on Flagstaff Mountain June 18, 2016 A small wildfire near the base of Flagstaff Mountain is fully contained.Boulder, Colo. - This morning just before 7:00 a.m. the City of... read more →
Vehicle fire in Gordon Gulch June 17, 2016 A vehicle fire on Forest Service Road 226 ignited two neighboring trees but was quickly extinguished. - Just before 2:30 p.m. this afternoon,... read more →
James E. Ross arrested for eight felonies June 16, 2016 Ross was arrested for five burglaries along Jay Road in unincorporated Boulder County - On June 16, 2016, detectives with the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →
Rescue June 16, 2016 Chautauqua Park, Boulder County, Colorado MEDIA ADVISORYBoulder County Sheriff’s OfficeCONTACTMike Wagner303-441-1500MWagner@bouldercounty.org Wednesday, June 15, 2016 on the 1st/2nd Flatiron trailhead Case... read more →
Update on the death investigation at the Boulder County Jail June 15, 2016 The completion of the investigation into the death of Stephanie Anderson awaits the determination of the cause and manner of... read more →
Update-Humane Remains Found at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort June 8, 2016 Investigation continues into the still unidentified remains - UPDATE- The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office continues the investigation into human remains and the... read more →
Lost Hiker – South Mesa Trailhead June 8, 2016 Lost Hiker - South Mesa Trailhead16-3290 - At about 1724 hours, Rocky Mountain Rescue Group, Boulder County Emergency Services, Boulder City Rangers... read more →
Rescue Eldorado State Canyon Park June 8, 2016 - On June 7, 2016 at about 1721 hours Rocky Mountain Rescue, Rocky Mountain Fire Protection District and Boulder County Sheriff's... read more →
Family Missing in Western Boulder County Found Safe June 7, 2016 UPDATE: The Hoyt family was found in Longmont - They Hoyt family, who was reported missing earlier today, has been found in... read more →
Family Missing in Western Boulder County June 7, 2016 Missing Campers - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for a family missing in the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area in... read more →
Update on the death investigation at the Boulder County Jail June 3, 2016 The investigation into the death of 29-year-old Stephanie Anderson continues Boulder, Colo. - Sheriff's detectives are continuing the investigation into.... read more →
Update on the human remains search at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort June 2, 2016 The search for additional human remains at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort has concluded with no additional remains or evidence locatedEldora, Colo.... read more →
Update on the human remains search at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort June 2, 2016 The search for additional human remains at the Eldora Mountain Ski Resort continues this morningEldora, Colo. - This morning at 8:00 a.m.,... read more →
Human remains discovered at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort June 2, 2016 Earlier this afternoon an employee of the Eldora Mountain Ski Resort discovered a boot believed to contain human remains near... read more →
Update on the death investigation at the Boulder County Jail. June 1, 2016 Update on the death investigation at the Boulder County JailThe investigation into the death of a 29-year-old female inmate at the Boulder County... read more →
Search and Rescue May 31, 2016 at Chautauqua Park On May 30th, 2016, at approximately 1600 hours, members with the Rocky Mountain Rescue Group (RMR), American... read more →
Unattended Death Investigation at the Boulder County Jail May 28, 2016 A 29-year-old female inmate was found unresponsive in her cell and was unable to be resuscitated.Boulder, Colo. - Earlier this... read more →
Bomb Threat May 23, 2016 at Nevin Platt Middle School - On May 23, 2016 at 11:39 a.m., Boulder County Sheriff's deputies and personnel from... read more →
Search and Rescue May 21, 2016 Shanahan Ridge Open Space area--On Friday, May 20, 2016, at approximately 6:45 pm, members from American Medical Response, Rocky Mountain Rescue... read more →
Unattended Death at Bohn Park in Lyons, CO May 19, 2016 On May 18, 2016 at approximately 1307 hours, Boulder County Sheriff’s Deputies, members of the Lyons Fire Department, American Medical Response... read more →
Fallen Climber May 18, 2016 Climber in Eldorado Canyon State Park Fell Requiring RescueSubheading - On May 18, 2016, at approximately 4:30 pm Boulder County Communications received... read more →
Boulder Office of Emergency Management to participate in regional wildfire exercise May 13, 2016 - On Friday and Saturday, May 20 and 21, a full-scale training exercise will be held in partnership with Boulder County... read more →
Climbers Rescued From Top of 1st Flatiron in Overnight Rescue May 13, 2016 - On Thursday, 12 May 2016 at approximately 10:24pm, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from an individual who... read more →
Arrest Made in Gunbarrel Shooting May 13, 2016 Jon Marc Barbour, 59, has been arrested for shooting his 46-year-old neighbor during a dispute earlier today.Boulder, Colo. - Sheriff's investigators... read more →
Neighborhood Disputed Ends in Shooting May 12, 2016 Neighborhood Dispute Ends in ShootingA 46-year-old Gunbarrel man was shot following a dispute with a neighbor.Boulder, Colo. - On Thursday, May 12th,... read more →
Structure Fire Outside Lyons May 8, 2016 Structure Fire Near Lyons - On Saturday May 7, 2016, at approximately 2:00pm, members of the Lyons Fire Department, Hygiene Fire Department, Pinewood... read more →
Assistance Requested in Identifying Burglary Suspects May 6, 2016 Sheriff's investigators are requesting the public's assistance in trying to identify four burglary suspects observed trying to enter a home in... read more →
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day April 25, 2016 Boulder County residents can drop off unwanted prescription medication at drug collection events - On Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to... read more →
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office honors retiring undersheriff for 43 years of service April 22, 2016 Boulder County Sheriff’s Office honors retiring Undersheriff for 43 years of serviceCelebrates the promotion of four employees - On Friday, April 22, the... read more →
Suspicious Incident April 15, 2016 - On April 5, 2016, at approximately 5:30 pm, a 12 year old female was walking home in the 1800 block of.... read more →
Update: Owner of Timberline Lodge Assisted Living Arrested April 15, 2016 Christopher Butler arrested for financial exploitation of elderly residents - The State of Colorado Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division is... read more →
Death Investigation in the 8000 Block of Kincross Way April 15, 2016 MEDIA ADVISORY Boulder County Sheriff’s Office CONTACTHeidi Prentup303-441-1500HPrentup@bouldercounty.org Friday, April 15, 2016 BOULDER COUNTY SHERIFF- On Friday, April 15, 2016... read more →
Owner of Timberline Lodge Assisted Living Arrested April 14, 2016 Christopher Butler arrested for financial exploitation of elderly residents - On Thursday, April 15, 2016, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →
Rescue of Fallen Climber at Eldorado Canyon State Park April 9, 2016 Rescue of Fallen Climber in Eldorado Canyon State ParkA 24-year-old Boulder man fell approximately 70 feet while climbing the 'Anthill Direct'... read more →
Unattended Death in Southeast Boulder County April 7, 2016 - On April 06, 2016 at approximately 4:00pm, deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, officers from the Lafayette Police Department,... read more →
Emergency warning sirens to be tested beginning April 4 April 2, 2016 - Boulder County and the City of Boulder will begin audible testing of the countywide emergency sirens at 10 a.m. on... read more →
Unattended Death in Gunbarrel Apartment April 2, 2016 - On April 01, 2016 at approximately 8:20pm, deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and personnel from American Medical Response,... read more →
63 year old male found dead in Coal Creek Canyon March 22, 2016 Investigation continuing, but death not believed suspicious - On March 22, 2016, deputies of the Boulder County Sheriff's Office along with first... read more →
Rescue at West Magnolia March 13, 2016 An 18 year old female with leg injuries taken to Denver area hospital. - On March 13, 2016 at approximately 10 a.m.... read more →
Unattended Death Near Rainbow Lakes March 10, 2016 - On March 9th, 2016 at approximately 4:23pm, deputies with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office were sent to the area of... read more →
Update: Robbery of Niwot gas station, photo now available March 1, 2016 Update: Robbery of Niwot gas station - On February 28, 2016, around 7:15 p.m. Deputies were dispatched to the Conoco Gas... read more →
Robbery of Local Gas Station February 29, 2016 - On February 28, 2016, around 7:15 p.m. Deputies were dispatched to the Conoco Gas Station, 7960 Niwot Road, in Niwot... read more →
Correction: Search Continues for Missing Denver Man February 26, 2016 The Boulder Emergency Squad continues to support the search efforts - Seth Kienzle, 26, of Denver, was reported missing to the Denver police... read more →
Correction: Search Continues for Missing Denver Man February 26, 2016 The Rocky Mountain Rescue continues to support the search efforts - Seth Kienzle, 26, of Denver, was reported missing to the Denver... read more →
Unattended Death February 26, 2016 Niwot Area --On February 25, 2016, at approximately 7:40pm, Boulder County Dispatch received a call from an individual in the 6800... read more →
Unattended Death near the 10000 block of Gold Hill Road February 24, 2016 - On Friday, February 19 at approximately 8:38 a.m., Boulder County Sheriff's Office Dispatch was notified of an unresponsive male in a... read more →
Update on Reported Animal Abuse February 24, 2016 Update: Reported Animal Abuse at the FairgroundsThe investigation has been concluded and the abuse unfounded - On Wednesday, February 17, 2016, the... read more →
Sexually violent predator to be placed on work release February 24, 2016 - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is releasing information pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes, which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the... read more →
Grass fire in Superior February 19, 2016 Grass fire, 27 acres in size, has been contained - At approximately 12:45 p.m. on February 19, 2016, a small grass fire... read more →
UPDATE: Prescribed Burn at Heil Valley Ranch Postponed February 18, 2016 Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. Feb. 18, 2016 Media Contact: Erin Hartnett, Parks & Open... read more →
Missing Teen Found Dead February 18, 2016 Missing Boulder Teen Found DeadSearch for missing teen ends in tragic discovery - On February 17, 2016, at approximately 9:50 a.m. the.... read more →
Animal abuse allegation February 17, 2016 Boulder County Sheriff’s Office investigates possible animal welfare complaint at the Boulder County Fairgrounds - On Wednesday, February 17, 2016, the Boulder County... read more →
Search and Rescue February 14, 2016 Chautauqua Park --On 02/13/2016, at approximately 645p.m., Boulder County Dispatch received a call about a lost hiker in Chautauqua Park (... read more →
MEDIA INVITATION: Award ceremony for national officer of the month February 10, 2016 Deputy Jeff Brunkow selected as Officer of the Month from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial FundDeputy Brunkow being honored for... read more →
Home Destroyed by Fire in the Foothills Near Boulder February 7, 2016 Click to edit this Subheading - ENTER TEXT HERE On Saturday, February 6, 2016 at approximately 8:44 pm, members from American Medical... read more →
Arrests made in shooting at 4475 North Broadway February 6, 2016 Two people arrested in shooting that resulted in death - At 8:15 a.m. on February 5, 2016, Boulder County Communications received a 9-1-1.... read more →
Shooting at 4475 North Broadway February 5, 2016 Update: Shooting at 4475 N. BroadwayOne person has been pronounced dead - At 8:15 a.m. Boulder County Communications received a phone call... read more →
Shooting in the 4400 block of Broadway February 5, 2016 - At 8:15 a.m. Boulder County Communications received a phone call about shots heard in the 4400 block of Broadwayo remain inside their homes until further notice. We will release more information as soon as it is available.
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has new online appointment system for fingerprinting services January 27, 2016 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is offering a new service to help Boulder County residents avoid wait times for fingerprinting.... read more →
Update: Suspicious male reported at Eldorado K-8 School January 27, 2016 - Yesterday, at 12:48 p.m., the Eldorado K-8 School, located at 3351 South Indiana Street in Superior, was placed in... read more →
Suspicious male reported at Eldorado K-8 School January 27, 2016 - Today at 12:48 p.m. the Eldorado K-8 School, located at 3351 South Indiana Street in Superior, was placed in "lockout"... read more →
Unattended Death January 26, 2016 Boulder County --On January 25, 2016, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, along with Rocky Mountain Fire Authority, and Louisville Fire Protection... read more →
Sheriff’s Office recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to victims of crime, trauma January 25, 2016 Deadline to apply is March 14 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to serve as victim advocates to provide... read more →
Unattended Death January 20, 2016 Old Post Road -- - On 1-19-2016, at approximately 10:30pm, Boulder County Communications received a phone call about a deceased... read more →
Update on Search for Missing Lafayette Man January 20, 2016 Ryder Johnson (20) missing since Sunday - UPDATEOn Tuesday the search continued for 20-year-old Ryder Johnson of Lafayette. Searchers utilized a boat,... read more →
Ongoing Search for Missing Person January 19, 2016 Ryder Johnson (20), missing since 3 pm on Sunday - Ryder Johnson, a 20 year old Lafayette man was reported missing... read more →
Rescue of Two Backcountry Skiers Near Caribou Townsite January 14, 2016 - On Wednesday, 13 January 2016 at approximately 8:30pm personnel from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, Nederland Fire Department, Nederland... read more →
Death Investigation at Hall Ranch Open Space January 13, 2016 Male Found Deceased in Parking Lot of Bitterbrush Trailhead - On Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at approximately 1:00 pm, deputies with... read more →
Unattended Death January 13, 2016 Boulder County Sheriff's case number 16-247 - On Tuesday, January 12th, 2016 at approximately 5:50pm, the Boulder County Regional Communications Center received... read more →
Unattended Death January 13, 2016 Click to edit this Heading - On Tuesday, January 12th, 2016 at approximately 5:50pm, the Boulder County Regional Communications Center received a... read more →
Hikers Rescued January 6, 2016 Hikers Lost in the Dark - On January 5, 2016, at approximately 5:42pm, deputies with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office responded to... read more →

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