Confiscated Illegal Fireworks in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, CO – The Colorado Springs Police Department reported there were 5,739 calls for service with 414 fireworks complaints from July 1st through July 5th. Fireworks are always illegal in the City of Colorado Springs, even sparklers. Fireworks reports  can not be taken over social media. Please call dispatch at 719-444-7000. Thank you. Special thanks…

Two Fatal Accidents in Colorado Springs on June 22nd

Colorado Springs, CO – On Friday, June 22, 2018, at 2:07 AM,the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) received a report of a traffic collision in the intersection of North Powers Boulevard and East Palmer Park Boulevard. Responding officers located a motorcycle that had crashed. The investigation into this investigation was conducted by the Major Accident…

Missing Adult- Public Assistance Requested

Colorado Springs, CO – The Colorado Springs Police Department is attempting to locate 60-year-old Dean C. Wilfong,who has not been heard from since he last went mountain biking in Palmer Park earlier this morning. CSPD received a 911 call from a telephone linked to Mr. Wilfong just after 9:30AM, and there are concerns he is…

Help Keep Young Wildlife Wild

Denver – With spring appearing in every corner of Colorado, residents and visitors will soon see an abundance of new life, including young wildlife. Many birds and mammals give birth this time of year, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife advises that if you see young wildlife to leave them alone. Now through June, newborn wildlife…

Information Requested in Sexual Assault Investigation

Colorado Springs, CO – The CSPD Special Victims Unit is investigating a sexual assault that occurred at Rampart Park (8270 Lexington Dr) on Wednesday, May 30th, 2018 between 3:30 pm and 5 pm near the BMX Park. Anyone who has any information regarding this incident is asked to call 719-444-7000. Or if you wish to remain…

Memorial Day brings summer safety tips from Colorado Parks and Wildlife

DENVER – Many Coloradans and visitors to our state will be kicking off their outdoor summer plans this Memorial Day. With so many activities and open spaces, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds outdoor enthusiasts that our wealth of outdoor activities also come with responsibilities. “Our staff takes pride in seeing so many people getting outdoors…

AUTOMOBILE/PEDESTRIAN COLLISION 1200 BLOCK OF EAST CHEYENNE ROAD

Colorado Springs, CO – On May 7, 2018, at approximately 11:04 PM, the Colorado Springs Police Department was notified of an automobile/pedestrian collision in the 1200 block of East Cheyenne Road. It was further reported the vehicle involved in this wreck fled the scene southbound on East Cheyenne Road. Upon arrival, officers contacted the pedestrian…

Missing Person Jum Soo Kim Has Been Found

Colorado Springs, CO – On Saturday, May 12, 2018, Colorado Springs Police Officers were sent to the 3200 block of East Fountain Blvd for a missing adult. When officers arrived on scene, they learned that at approximately 1:30 pm, 76-year-old Jum Soo Kim walked away from his residence. Mr. Kim only speaks Korean and suffers…

Bear Attack in Grand Junction

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. –  Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating a bear attack on a child in East Orchard Mesa, above the Colorado River corridor, in Grand Junction overnight.   The victim’s mother told CPW officers she heard screaming at approximately 2:30 a.m., Sunday morning. When she went outside to investigate, she witnessed a large…

Neighborhood Wildfire Workshops in El Paso County

This free information day offers homeowners and community groups a choice of two focus areas on two dates. For May 5th, Please indicate the training tracks you’d like to be part of when you register: Learn to evaluate and improve wildlfire risk on individual properties and common spaces; and build and maintain neighborhood wildfire risk…

Arrest Made in Rocky Ford Stabbing

Rocky Ford, CO – Just after 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, a Rocky Ford Police Officer was called to a home in the 500 block of North 11th St. on a welfare check. As the officer interviewed a resident outside of the home, Shayanne Maestas (DOB: 8/12/96) emerged from the residence, armed with a knife, and…

Illumination Project in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, CO – The Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) is excited to announce its role in leading an initiative aimed at strengthening and broadening the collaboration between the Colorado Springs Police Department and the residents of the community they serve. Modeled after The Illumination Project designed by community leaders in Charleston, SC, the Colorado Springs…

Fountain Police Investigate Suspicious Death

FOUNTAIN, Colo. Police are currently investigating a suspicious death in Fountain at a home on Cherry Circle.   Check back for further details.

Amber Alert for Missing Colorado Springs Two Year Old

Colorado Springs, CO –  An Amber Alert has been issued for 2 year old Nain Dominguez.  He has black hair, brown eyes and was last seen wearing a green sweatshirt and gray sweatpants with no shoes. The vehicle and suspect information provided earlier (white panel van, dark-skinned male) are no longer believed to be related…

Fire Evacuations Ordered Near Fountain, CO

Fire evacuations are now underway for a fire on Fort Carson that is spreading off of the military reservation.  Evacuation areas include High Stakes Vw and Chaps Vw east to I25 south to County Line, west to Boca Raton Hts.   Evacuation route Indian Village Hts to I25.   An evacuation center is being set up…

Homicide Victim Identified

COLORADO SPRINGS – On March 5, 20 18, the El Paso Coroner’s Office completed the autopsy on the deceased male who was shot in the 900 block of Yuma Street on March 4, 2018. The deceased male has been identified as 33 year old Darryl Tyrone Clark, a resident of Colorado Springs. Mr. Clark’s death…