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Two Wildland Fires ExtinguishedDecember 20, 2020 Wildland Fires Extinguished Boulder County, Colo. - Sheriff's Deputies responded to two wildland fires today during high wind conditions. Case Number 20-5566 was... read more → |
Short pursuit of a stolen vehicle ends in crash near Ken Pratt Blvd./3rd Ave.December 19, 2020 The driver and passenger were injured and transported to an area hospital Boulder County, Colo. - On December 17, 2020, Sheriff’s deputies... read more → |
Package theft is on the riseDecember 18, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - We have recently seen an increase in criminal activity associated with package theft around Boulder County, but especially recently... read more → |
2021 Boulder County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update open to public commentDecember 15, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has been working on revising and updating the Boulder County Multi-Hazard Mitigation... read more → |
Technical Rescue on the Mount Sanitas Trail in Boulder County CO.December 14, 2020 34-year-old female sustained non-life-threatening leg injury while hiking. Boulder County, Colo. - On December 14, 2020, at 5:30 PM, the Boulder County... read more → |
Fires at the Abandoned Sugar Mill in Boulder County CO.December 10, 2020 Fire investigators determine fires were suspicious and under investigation. Boulder County, Colo. - On December 9, 2020 at 6:00 PM the Boulder... read more → |
49-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a ChildDecember 7, 2020 Male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child Boulder County, Colo. - On November 18, 2020, members of the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and... read more → |
Fire restrictions rescinded for western Boulder CountyDecember 2, 2020 Increased relative humidity, cooler temperatures and shorter days have decreased fire danger Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, December 2 at 12:00 p.m.,... read more → |
Fire Destroys Detached Garage Outside NederlandDecember 1, 2020 Heading Subheading - On November 30th, 2020 at 8:30pm the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from a neighbor about... read more → |
Missing Female From Boulder LocatedDecember 1, 2020 Missing and Endangered Female from Boulder Located - On November 30th, 2020 at around 3:00pm a hiker in the area... read more → |
Climber Escapes Serious Injury in Rock Fall IncidentNovember 27, 2020 - On Friday, November 27, 2020 at approximately 1:03 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a party who sustained... read more → |
Hiker rescued from the Base of the Second FlatironNovember 26, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, November 26, 2020 at approximately 08:39 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a 16-year-old male... read more → |
Deceased female found near South Boulder PeakNovember 24, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On November 23, at approximately 1:45 p.m., first responders were notified that family members were in the area of... read more → |
Two hikers assisted off the Royal Arch TrailNovember 21, 2020 Boulder County, Colo - On Saturday, November 21st, 2020, at approximately 6:15 pm, the Boulder County Communications Center was notified... read more → |
Injured Hiker rescued from Rabbit Mountain Open SpaceNovember 21, 2020 Boulder County, Colo - On Saturday, November 21st, 2020, at approximately 3:15 pm, the Boulder County Communications Center was notified.... read more → |
Auto Theft Suspects Abandon VehicleNovember 21, 2020 Auto Theft Suspects Flee on Foot Boulder County, Colo. - On November 11, 2020 at 11:26am, the Boulder County Communications Center received a... read more → |
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office now has online reporting system available to the publicNovember 18, 2020 The system can be used to report non-emergencies and non-violent crimes which occurred within unincorporated Boulder County, Superior or Lyons... read more → |
Hiker rescued from the Bluebell Spur TrailNovember 17, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at approximately 11:54 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a 42-year-old female, from... read more → |
Search for overdue hiker in the Johnny Park areaNovember 17, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, November 16, 2020, at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an overdue.... read more → |
Climber rescued after injury on second flatironNovember 14, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On November 13, 2020, at approximately 5:45 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a person who... read more → |
Vehicular pursuit ends in Superior after originating in WestminsterNovember 14, 2020 Nobody injured and suspect is still at large Boulder County, Colo. - On November 13, 2020 at approximately 7:35 P.M. the... read more → |
Fire restrictions amended in unincorporated Boulder CountyNovember 10, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - Sheriff Joe Pelle has amended the fire restrictions for unincorporated Boulder County, effective immediately, Tuesday, November 10. The level... read more → |
Female rescued after getting stranded on the Second FlatironNovember 9, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, November 8, 2020, at approximately 1:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a person... read more → |
Technical Rescue at Mt SanitasNovember 8, 2020 Injured Rock Scrambler at Mt Sanitas - On Sunday, November 8, 2020 at approximately 2:02 p.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more → |
Search and Rescue near Nederland, CO.November 7, 2020 68 year old male rescued without injury - On November 6th, 2020, at approximately 9:50 p.m., the Boulder County... read more → |
Male dies after falling from the Second Flatiron while scramblingOctober 30, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, October 30, 2020 at approximately 8:45 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call reporting that... read more → |
Boulder County Community Justice Services receives two grants from the Federal Bureau of Justice Assistance to provide intensive case management and reentry servicesOctober 30, 2020 Funding will aid individuals at the county jail with mental health disorders and expand services to address all substance use... read more → |
Rescue from the NCAR-Bear Connector TrailOctober 27, 2020 Male sustained injury while sledding Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, October 26, 2020, at approximately 3:10 p.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more → |
Hiker assisted of Mount Sanitas Goat TrailOctober 26, 2020 Hiker assisted off of Mount Sanitas Goat Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, October 24, 2020, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the Boulder County... read more → |
Disaster Assistance Center opens for those affected by local wildfiresOctober 23, 2020 Assistance Center Opening for Boulder County Fire-Impacted Residents Virtual disaster assistance center can connect those who were evacuated with a range of services |
Stuck Scrambler Rescued from the Second FlatironOctober 22, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, October 21, 2020 at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriffs Communication Center received a call... read more → |
Injured Climber Rescued from Second FlatironOctober 21, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at approximately 5:33 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriffs Communication Center received a 911.... read more → |
House a Total Loss From Fire East of BoulderOctober 17, 2020 - On October 17, 2020 at approximately 5:45 PM, Boulder County Communications received a call of a plume of smoke... read more → |
Suspect arrested out-of-state on warrant for Sex Assault on a Child by One in a Position of TrustOctober 16, 2020 Suspect arrested out-of-state on warrant for Attempted Sex Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust - The.... read more → |
Minor Fire at the base of Boulder CanyonOctober 15, 2020 Small Fire at the base of Boulder Canyon - On October 15, 2020 at approximately 3:36pm, the Boulder County Communications Center... read more → |
Deceased Adult Male Found on Switzerland TrailOctober 13, 2020 Hiker Found Deceased Male on Switzerland Trail Hiking Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On October 13, 2020 at 1:47 p.m., deputies with the... read more → |
Former sheriff’s sergeant arrested for using excessive forceOctober 13, 2020 The 13-year veteran assaulted an in-custody inmate with a Taser Boulder County, Colo. - Earlier today, former sheriff’s sergeant Christopher Mecca, 51, was... read more → |
Hiker evacuated from Anne U White TrailOctober 12, 2020 Hiker evacuated from Anne U. White Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, October 12, 2020, at approximately 9:59 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Communications... read more → |
Level 2 fire restrictions are now in effect for all areas of unincorporated Boulder CountyOctober 12, 2020 Sheriff Joe Pelle has amended the Level 2 Fire Restrictions, effective immediately, Monday, Oct. 12, to include all areas of unincorporated Boulder County. The inclusion of eastern Boulder County is due to high fire danger caused by very low humidity levels and above normal daytime temperatures, with no significant relief in the forecast. read more → |
Female hiker evacuated from Skunk Canyon TrailOctober 11, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, October 9, 2020, at approximately 2:23 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call requesting assistance for a 42-year-old... read more → |
Scrambler rescued from Second FlatironOctober 11, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, October 10, 2020 at approximately 8:14 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from an 18-year-old Longmont man... read more → |
Hiker with Chest Pains walks out on own accordOctober 3, 2020 Hiker With Chest Pain Rescued Boulder County, Colo. - On October 3, 2020, at 11:14 A.M., the Boulder County Communications Center received a... read more → |
Garage Fire Resulting in Minor DamageOctober 1, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On October 10, 2020, at approximately 5:13 A.M, the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call for... read more → |
Injured rock climber at Eldorado Canyon State ParkSeptember 27, 2020 Climber Fell Approximately 40 Feet Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, September 27, 2020 at approximately 11:55 a.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more → |
Structure fire in the 4500 block of Ute HighwaySeptember 27, 2020 One person transported with minor injuries Boulder County, Colo. - On September 26, 2020 around 8:55 P.M., Boulder County Communications Center received... read more → |
Suicidal male rescued off the Royal Arch TrailSeptember 26, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On September 25th at approximately 11:58 P.M. the Boulder County Communications Center received a call of a suicidal... read more → |
Lauren Gotthelf v. Boulder County, et al.September 24, 2020 Civil Action No. 19-cv-3102-WJM-KLM Boulder County, Colo. - A settlement was reached on Sept. 21, 2020, in Lauren Gotthelf's lawsuit against the Boulder... read more → |
Injured Rock Climber Rescued from Bastille Crack in Eldorado Canyon State ParkSeptember 20, 2020 Header Subheader Boulder County, Colo. - On September 20, 2020, Boulder County Communications received a report of an injured rock climber at Bastille... read more → |
Emergency Crews Extinguish Basement FireSeptember 17, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On September 16, 2020 at approximately 5:00 pm, Boulder County Communications received reports of visible smoke and flames... read more → |
Stolen vehicle eludes multiple agenciesSeptember 14, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On September 14, 2020, deputies with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office were monitoring traffic for speeding violations in the... read more → |
Injured mountain bike rider on the Doudy Draw TrailSeptember 14, 2020 - On Sunday, September 13, 2020, at approximately 9:52 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an . A... read more → |
Rescuers assist stranded hiker off First Flatiron at Chautauqua ParkSeptember 11, 2020 Rescuers assist stranded hiker off the First Flatiron at Chautauqua Park Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, September 11, 2020, at approximately 2:08... read more → |
Injured skier rescued from Skyscraper GlacierSeptember 7, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, September 7, 2020 at approximately 11:08 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured backcountry... read more → |
Illegal Fireworks Start Small Wildland FireSeptember 6, 2020 Small Wildland Fire Extinguished by Passing Motorists Boulder County, Colo. - On September 6, 2020 at approximately 9:00 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff's... read more → |
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Unattended DeathSeptember 5, 2020 Boulder County Sheriff's Office investigating an unattended death in Gordon Gulch Campground located near Nederland Boulder County, Colo. - On September 5, the... read more → |
Unoccupied structure fire in Superior, ColoradoSeptember 4, 2020 Single family home fire under investigation Boulder County, Colo. - On September 4, 2020, at about 1:48 a.m., a sheriff's deputy observed... read more → |
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office investigating an unattended death on Bosque CourtSeptember 1, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On August 29, the Boulder County Sheriff’s responded to a request for a welfare check to check on an... read more → |
Hiker evacuated after injuring ankle at Chautauqua ParkAugust 28, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, August 28, 2020, at approximately 2:17 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a 37-year-old female hiker... read more → |
Hiker assisted off Mount SanitasAugust 28, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, August 28, 2020, at approximately 10:23 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call requesting assistance for a 54-year-old... read more → |
Lightning Strike causes small fire in the 3400 Block of Sunshine CanyonAugust 28, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On August 27, 2020 at approximately 5:00 P.M. a lightning strike started a small fire in the 3400stimated at 30 feet by 10 feet. There were no structures threatened and no injuries reported. ### /s/Sgt. David Salaman |
Climber rescued from the First Flatiron at Chautauqua Park in Boulder, ColoradoAugust 22, 2020 Climbers rescued from the First Flatiron at Chautauqua Park in Boulder, Colorado Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, August 21, 2020, at approximately... read more → |
Hiker injured near Flagstaff RoadAugust 20, 2020 Hiker injured near Flagstaff Road Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, August 20, 2020, at approximately 12:53 p.m. the Boulder County Communications... read more → |
Injured hiker rescued on Rainbow Lakes TrailAugust 20, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at approximately 3:10 p.m., a Boulder County Parks and Open Space ranger was notified... read more → |
Injured Climber rescued near NCAR in Boulder County, ColoradoAugust 19, 2020 28 year old male injured while climbing at Der Circle Rock, NCAR Boulder County, Colo. - On August 19, 2020, at... read more → |
Boulder County Parks and Open Space equipment vandalizedAugust 19, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Aug. 19, at approximately 10:00 a.m., a deputy was requested to respond to the Imel Open Space property,... read more → |
Injured hiker rescued on the Bluebell-Baird TrailAugust 19, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at approximately 9:07 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured... read more → |
Search and Recovery at Blue LakeAugust 19, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, August 17, 2020 at approximately 8:51 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of... read more → |
Structure fire on Apple Valley RoadAugust 19, 2020 The fire was likely caused by discarded paint rags Boulder County, Colo. - At approximately 2:45 p.m. on Aug. 18, the... read more → |
Apartment deck fire in Superior, ColoradoAugust 19, 2020 Planter catches fire and is quickly extinguished Boulder County, Colo. - On August 18, 2020, at about 10:52 p.m., the Boulder County... read more → |
Arson suspect sought after two small grass firesAugust 18, 2020 Arson suspect sought after two small grass fires Boulder County, Colo. - This morning at approximately 2:15 a.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more → |
Injured hiker rescued at Mount SanitasAugust 14, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, August 14, 2020 at approximately 9:30 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured hiker at Mount... read more → |
Grass fire on Mountain View Egg Farm Open Space propertyAugust 12, 2020 Three firefighters sustained minor injuries Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at approximately 3:15 p.m. the Boulder County Communications Center... read more → |
Two hikers stranded overnight near Little Pawnee PeakAugust 10, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - Yesterday, Aug. 8, we received a report of shouts for help near Little Pawnee Peak, just south of Blue... read more → |
Grass Fire Extinguished Overnight on Nelson RoadAugust 10, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On August 10th, 2020 at 1am Boulder County Dispatch received a report of a small grass fire... read more → |
Female hiker rescued from Diamond LakeAugust 5, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at approximately 13:31, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a radio report regarding a 55-year-old female hiker... read more → |
Hiker rescued from above Boulder FallsAugust 2, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, August 2, 2020 at approximately 5:13 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a hiker who... read more → |
Small fire near Button Rock Reservoir being monitored overnightAugust 2, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On August 1, 2020 at approximately 8:50 PM the Sheriff's Office was made aware of a possible fire... read more → |
Male rescued following tractor crash outside of NederlandAugust 1, 2020 Non-life-threatening injuries sustained after rolling down 50-foot embankment Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, August 1, 2020 at approximately 12:24 p.m., Boulder... read more → |
Two hikers rescued in Boulder CountyAugust 1, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, July 31, 2020, Boulder County rescue teams were called to assist injured hikers in two separate incidents... read more → |
Deceased male found near Buckingham CampgroundJuly 30, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - At 4:22 p.m. on July 29, we were notified by park visitors in the area of Buckingham Campground, near... read more → |
14 year old male injured while mountain biking on the Nelson Loop TrailJuly 29, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On July 29, 2020 at approximately 4:25 PM, Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call about a... read more → |
Hiker Assaulted on Walker Loop TrailJuly 28, 2020 , suspect not yet identified Boulder County, Colo. - On the afternoon hours of July 28, 2020, an adult female reported that she... read more → |
Injured teen rescued after mountain bike accidentJuly 28, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at approximately 2:18 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured mountain bike rider... read more → |
Injured hiker rescued at Chatauqua Park in Boulder CountyJuly 24, 2020 Injured hiker rescued from Chautauqua Park in Boulder COunty Female hiker rescued from Royal Arch Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, July... read more → |
Small grass fire in the 30,000 block of Boulder Canyon DriveJuly 24, 2020 Passers-by extinguish grass fire prior to first responder's arrival Boulder County, Colo. - On July 23, 2020, at about 9:40 p.m., the Boulder County... read more → |
Small grass fire contained to 1/2 acre near the 7700 block of Hygiene RdJuly 23, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On July 22, 2020 at approximately 6:30 P.M. the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call of... read more → |
Mountain biker rescued from the Button Rock Trail after getting separated from his riding partnerJuly 23, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On July 22, 2020 at approximately 6:35 PM the Boulder County Communications Center received a transferred 911 cal... read more → |
Rescue on Flagstaff MountainJuly 23, 2020 Male assisted after a fall near the Ampitheater Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, July 23, 2020 at approximately 7:58 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more → |
Male party dies at Gross ReservoirJuly 23, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On July 23, 2020 at approximately 12:27 p.m. the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a male party... read more → |
57 year old woman flown to Denver area hospital after falling approximately 300 feetJuly 18, 2020 Rescue efforts take over 5 hours Boulder County, Colo - On Saturday, July 18th, 2020, at approximately 2:04 p.m., the... read more → |
Injured hiker evacuated from the East Ridge TrailJuly 18, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, July 18, 2020 at approximately 10:43 a.m. the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a hiker... read more → |
Couple rescued after becoming benighted near Jasper LakeJuly 15, 2020 - On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at approximately 7:33 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a couple hiking in... read more → |
Hiker from Greeley evacuated from Long LakeJuly 13, 2020 - On Monday, July 13, 2020, at approximately 11:49 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a hiker feeling ill... read more → |
Fire crews quickly suppress overnight wildfire on FlagstaffJuly 12, 2020 The cause of the fire is still under investigation but is suspected to be human-caused Boulder, Colo. - At 12:20... read more → |
1/4 acre fire in Boulder County, ColoradoJuly 11, 2020 Grass fire believed to be caused by fireworks - On July 10, 2020, at about 11:57 p.m., members of the... read more → |
Forecast for hot temperatures and low humidity has increased fire dangerJuly 10, 2020 Sheriff Joe Pelle has enacted Level 2 Fire Restrictions, effective at noon on Friday, July 10, for western Boulder County. The increased fire restrictions are being implemented due to increasing fire danger, lack of moisture and the forecast for hot temperatures. read more → |
Forecast for hot temperatures and low humidity has increased fire dangerJuly 10, 2020 Sheriff Joe Pelle has enacted Level 2 Fire Restrictions, effective at noon on Friday, July 10, for western Boulder County. The increased fire restrictions are being implemented due to increasing fire danger, lack of moisture and the forecast for hot temperatures. read more → |
Structure fire in the 600 block of Quartz WayJuly 3, 2020 - On July 2, 2020 around 4:42 P.M. the Boulder County Communication Center received 911 calls of smoke in... read more → |
Missing person search conducted near Peaceful Valley CampgroundJune 30, 2020 29-year-old male later located at a nearby residence - On Sunday evening, June 28, a camp host at the... read more → |
Inmate at the Boulder County Jail charged with Attempted 2nd Degree MurderJune 29, 2020 - Boulder County Sheriff’s Office detectives were called to the Boulder County Jail, located at 3200 Airport Road, Boulder, on... read more → |
Mountain biker injured in crash in Lefthand CanyonJune 27, 2020 - On Saturday, June 27, 2020 at approximately 3:18 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a mountain bike rider... read more → |
Female suffers medical issue on Fourth of July TrailJune 27, 2020 - On Saturday, June 27, 2020 at approximately 11:36 a.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report from a City of Boulder... read more → |
Teenager rescued from First Flatiron after rain stormJune 27, 2020 - On Friday, June 26, 2020, at approximately 7:12 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a 17-year-old male who... read more → |
Hiker dies after sustaining life-threatening injuries from fall near South Boulder PeakJune 25, 2020 - On June 24, shortly after 7:00 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of two hikers who were... read more → |
Reminders about the use of fireworksJune 24, 2020 - As we approach the 4th of July holiday, we wanted to remind residents and visitors about fireworks safety as... read more → |
St. Vrain Creek Water RescueJune 18, 2020 - On Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 11:48 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a person stranded on... read more → |
Plan ahead before heading to the great outdoorsJune 16, 2020 - People are out recreating in record numbers around Boulder County. This has resulted in an increased number of search... read more → |
Broomfield family spends night out near summit of Meadow MountainJune 14, 2020 - On Saturday, June 10, 2020 at approximately 8:26 p.m. the Gilpin County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a family... read more → |
Paraglider crashes into residence in eastern Boulder CountyJune 13, 2020 68-year-old paraglider sustains non-life-threatening injuries - On Saturday, June 13, 2020 at approximately 8:45 a.m. the Boulder County Communications Center... read more → |
Injured hiker evacuated from the Anne U. White TrailJune 12, 2020 - The Boulder County Communications Center received a call shortly before 1:00 p.m. today regarding an injured hiker on the... read more → |
Hiker assisted overnight after being unable to safely navigate back to the trail headJune 12, 2020 - The Boulder County Communications Center received a phone call on June 11, from a concerned friend who reported that... read more → |
Hiker injured in fall on trail Eldorado Canyon TrailJune 12, 2020 Hiker injured in fall on Eldorado Canyon Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, June 11, 2020 at approximately 3:26 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received... read more → |
Fallen climber rescued near Mt. NevaJune 11, 2020 - Shortly after 8:00 a.m. this morning, the Boulder County Communications Center received notification from a family member that an... read more → |
Injured hiker rescued off on Mount Sanitas TrailJune 9, 2020 - Shortly after 9:00 a.m. this morning, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from a female hiker... read more → |
Road rage felony menacing suspects soughtJune 9, 2020 - On May 30, 2020 at approximately 2:00 p.m., three motorcyclists were observed passing northbound traffic near the 38-mile-marker on... read more → |
Climber injures ankle bouldering on Flagstaff MountainJune 7, 2020 - On Sunday, June 7, 2020 at approximately 12:17 p.m. the Boulder County Communications Center received a report via 911 of a... read more → |
Lost dog rescued from North Saint Vrain CreekJune 6, 2020 Mowgly, a yellow lab, had been missing since Tuesday Lyons, Colo. - Yesterday afternoon, just after 7:00 p.m., three swift water... read more → |
Dog is evacuated off the Royal Arch Trail due to heat exhaustionJune 6, 2020 - On Friday, June 5, 2020 at approximately 4:21 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a 100-pound dog with heat... read more → |
Structure fire in the 7500 block of Hygiene Road, Boulder County, ColoradoJune 4, 2020 Unoccupied house sustained heavy fire damage - On June 4, 2020, at 6:03 p.m., an unoccupied house in the... read more → |
Fire restrictions updated for unincorporated Boulder CountyJune 2, 2020 The change better aligns Boulder County with our partners at the USFS so that we have the same level of fire restrictions on their land as well as on land in unincorporated Boulder County. The main difference is the allowance of rec sport shooting. Camp fires are now also allowed in constructed, permanent fire pits or fire grates, within developed recreation sites on public land. read more → |
Hiker suffers severe injuries in fall above Chautauqua ParkJune 1, 2020 - On Monday, June 1, 2020 at approximately 8:40 a.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a 22-year-old male who had... read more → |
Search and rescue crews spend approximately six hours assisting a five family membersJune 1, 2020 One family member was swept down North St. Vrain Creek, but was uninjured - At approximately 3:21 p.m. the Boulder... read more → |
North Colorado Med Evac flies male to Denver hospital after climbing accidentMay 28, 2020 34 year old male from Boulder falls 25 to 30 feet while climbing the Animal World rock formation -... read more → |
14 year old female from Denver evacuated off Royal Arch Trail after experiencing medical problemsMay 28, 2020 - On May 28, 2020 at approximately 1:25 in the afternoon the Boulder County Communications Center received a call... read more → |
1970 rape and murder case of Betty Lee Jones has been solvedMay 28, 2020 The suspect in the case died in 2019 - The 1970 case of the rape and murder of 23-year-old, mother... read more → |
Overdue hiker rescued after sustaining injuries from fall on rock pileMay 26, 2020 - On May 25, 2020, Boulder County Sheriff's Office received a call regarding an overdue hiker in the 6000... read more → |
Hiker injures knee on Royal Arch TrailMay 24, 2020 - On Sunday, May 24, 2020 at approximately 11:13 a.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a 22-year-old female who had... read more → |
Hiker dislocates shoulder off Saddle Rock TrailMay 23, 2020 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, May 23, 2020, at approximately 11:52 a.m., the sheriff’s office was notified of a 22-year-old male who had... read more → |
Paraglider injured in fall at Wonderland LakeMay 21, 2020 Paraglider rescued after falling 50-100 feet in northwest Boulder - On Thursday, May 21, 2020 at approximately 12:00 p.m., the... read more → |
Tactical rescue for two climbers at Castle Rock in Boulder CanyonMay 20, 2020 - On May 19, 2020 at approximately 9:40 p.m., Boulder County deputies responded to the area of "Castle Rock",... read more → |
Woman rescued after getting leg stuck in rock creviceMay 5, 2020 - On Monday, May 4, 2020 at approximately 8:29 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's Office was notified of a woman who... read more → |
Deputies pursue vehicle stolen during armed carjacking on FlagstaffMay 2, 2020 Suspects remain at large and last seen in the Greeley area - On Saturday, May 2, 2020 at approximately 3:30... read more → |
Man heard yelling for help on the Mesa Trail rescuedMay 1, 2020 Man heard yelling for help on the Mesa Trail The rescued party was a 27-year-old Boulder man previously reported missing Boulder,... read more → |
Fall Sends Climber to HospitalApril 29, 2020 - On Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at approximately 3:56 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a 24-year-old male who... read more → |
Most Boulder County buildings to remain closed to the public through May 31April 23, 2020 With limited exceptions, Boulder County buildings and facilities will remain closed to the public until June 1 in response to Colorado Gov. Jared Polis’ ‘Safer at Home’ guidelines. (Image: Downtown Boulder County Courthouse lit up in blue in support of healthcare workers #LightItBlue #HealthCareHeroes) read more → |
Hiker injures ankle on Mallory Cave TrailApril 22, 2020 Boulder, Colo. - At approximately 12:16 p.m. today, the sheriff’s office was notified of a party who had fallen on the... read more → |
Unoccupied structure fire in Boulder County, ColoradoApril 18, 2020 Barn a total loss on City Of Boulder Open Space - On April 17th, 2020, at about 5:00 p.m.,... read more → |
Elderly, At-risk male walks away from home in Superior, CO.April 16, 2020 Elderly, At-risk male walks away from home in Superior, CO At-risk 85 year old male later located at an area hospital... read more → |
Lost hiker at Brainard LakeApril 13, 2020 A 27-year-old Boulder man became lost after taking a wrong turn - On Sunday, April 12, at approximately 6:50 p.m.,... read more → |
Short fall leads to minor injuries for hikerApril 11, 2020 A 23-year-old Longmont man fell approximately eight feet Boulder, Colo. - At approximately 2:13 p.m today, the sheriff’s office was notified... read more → |
Climber Rescued From Chautauqua Park in BoulderApril 9, 2020 Climber Rescued from the 2nd Flatiron in Boulder - On Thursday, April 9th 2020 at approximately 4:26 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more → |
Boulder County enacts Level 1 Fire RestrictionsApril 8, 2020 The County Commissioners have enacted Level 1 Fire Restrictions for western Boulder County. Restrictions apply to the unincorporated mountain areas of Boulder County and are being enacted while firefighting and law enforcement resources are limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic. read more → |
Fire Destroys Chicken Coop on North 67th in Boulder CountyApril 7, 2020 - The Boulder County Communications Center received a call at 12:30 p.m. this afternoon about a potential fire in the... read more → |
Emergency warning sirens to be tested beginning April 6April 3, 2020 - Boulder County, City of Boulder, Layfette and Lyons will begin audible testing of the countywide emergency sirens at 10... read more → |
Hiker rescued from the Mallory Cave TrailMarch 26, 2020 Female - On March 26th at approximately 10:45 a.m., deputies and emergency personnel were called out to the Mallory Cave... read more → |
Investigators seek tips in burglary investigationMarch 26, 2020 Several items stolen from a storage unit were pawned in Longmont; witnesses sought to assist the investigation Longmont, Colo. - The... read more → |
Climbers Rescued from Top of Redgarden Wall in Eldorado Canyon State ParkMarch 23, 2020 Climbers Rescued from Top of Redgarden Wall Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, March 22, 2020 at approximately 8:20 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was... read more → |
Hiker rescued from West Ridge Trail on Green MountainMarch 21, 2020 - On Saturday, March 21, at approximately 1:13 p.m., the sheriff’s office was notified of a hiker who had injured her... read more → |
Apartment Fire on Williams Fork TrailMarch 19, 2020 Apartment fire, 5100 block of Williams Fork Trail - On March 19th at approximately 5:12 am, Boulder County Dispatch... read more → |
Boulder County declares local disaster emergency in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemicMarch 14, 2020 “Just as we did in the 2013 Flood, we are looking for all available resources to help us address the growing community needs in Boulder County around this global health crisis,” said County Commissioners Chair, Deb Gardner. “Our teams of dedicated staff and public officials are working around the clock to meet our local needs for assistance and ensure that the concerns of our residents are being fully addressed." read more → |
Brief pursuit results in vehicle crashMarch 12, 2020 A stolen Volvo eluding a deputy crashes into another vehicle south of Longmont Niwot, Colo. - On March 12, just... read more → |
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office seeking volunteer Victim Impact FacilitatorsMarch 10, 2020 Help inmates learn to recognize the impact of their behavior on others - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is currently... read more → |
Injured Hiker rescued at Brainard LakeMarch 9, 2020 Injured Hiker rescued from Brainard Lake - On March 8, 2020 at approximately 7:57 p.m, Boulder County Sheriff's Office communications center... read more → |
Deceased Male off of FlagstaffMarch 9, 2020 Deceased Male Found off Flagstaff Road - On the afternoon of March 8th, 2020 a hiker discovered a Road near play is suspected. The incident is documented on Sheriff's Office Case #20-1273 Sergeant Sanderson, #525 |
Deceased male found in the Gregory Canyon areaMarch 5, 2020 - On March 4, just after 7:00 p.m., the City of Boulder Communications Center received a phone call regarding a... read more → |
37-year-old skier dies after colliding with a tree at Eldora Mountain ResortMarch 5, 2020 - The Boulder County Communications Center received a phone call shortly before 12:00 p.m. today regarding a skier who collided... read more → |
59 year old male rescued from South Mesa TrailFebruary 27, 2020 - On February 27, 2020, at approximately 12:48 PM, a 59 year old male was out running on the... read more → |
Back Country Skier Rescued At Meadow Mountain Trail in Boulder CountyFebruary 23, 2020 - On Sunday, February 23, 2020 about 1:22 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call about an... read more → |
51-year-old male arrested outside of Niwot High SchoolFebruary 21, 2020 - On Thursday, February 20, 2020, at approximately 12:00 p.m., a male identified as 51-year-old Erik Hecht-Nielson went to Niwot... read more → |
Structure FireFebruary 4, 2020 20-627 - On February 3, 2020 at approximately 8:46 PM, a resident in the 11700 block of Quail Road called... read more → |
Arrest warrant was issued for Michael David AisnerFebruary 3, 2020 Arrest warrant issued for Michael David Aisner - Last year, on August 12, 2019, Michael David Aisner, date of birth 08/20/49,... read more → |
Man found dead in South St. Vrain Canyon after a brief searchJanuary 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 CircleJanuary 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 TrailJanuary 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 → |
Motor Vehicle CrashDecember 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 CountyDecember 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 RoadDecember 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 → |
Boulder County Communications Center updates phone systemNovember 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 areaNovember 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 CountyNovember 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 VehicleNovember 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 HighwayNovember 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 DeceasedNovember 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 HighwayNovember 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 DayOctober 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 distubanceOctober 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, COOctober 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 disturbanceOctober 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 SummitOctober 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 victimsOctober 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 arrestedOctober 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 DitchOctober 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 custodyOctober 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 ParkSeptember 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 HwySeptember 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 LocatedSeptember 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 accidentSeptember 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 trailSeptember 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 CountySeptember 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 CountySeptember 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 DeputiesSeptember 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 ParkSeptember 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 jailSeptember 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 FlatironSeptember 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 CountySeptember 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 spreeSeptember 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 ParkSeptember 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 TrailheadSeptember 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 overnightSeptember 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 RestrictionsAugust 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 CanyonAugust 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 FlatironAugust 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 RescueAugust 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 applicationsAugust 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 RescuedAugust 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 ParkAugust 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 rescuedAugust 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 FlatironAugust 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 TrailAugust 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 TrailAugust 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 → |
DrowningAugust 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 JailAugust 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 ApprehendedAugust 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 TrailAugust 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 CanyonJuly 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, SuperiorJuly 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. 6July 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 CanyonJuly 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 chargesJuly 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 LakeJuly 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 TrailJuly 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 TrailJuly 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 accidentJuly 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 CenterJuly 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 TrailJuly 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 wifeJuly 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 SpaceJuly 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 FlatironJuly 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, ColoradoJuly 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 investigationJuly 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 rescindedJuly 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 AreaJuly 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 CreekJuly 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 FallsJune 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 LakeJune 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 ColoradoJune 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 RiverJune 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 accidentJune 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 CanyonJune 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 NiwotJune 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 FoundJune 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 AreaJune 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 searchJune 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 FlatironJune 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, ColoradoJune 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 dronesMay 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 JailMay 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 TrailMay 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 NederlandMay 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 TrailMay 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 AllensparkMay 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 ParkMay 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 ParkMay 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 scholarshipMay 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 CanalMay 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 LoopMay 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 SuperiorMay 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 #19-2370April 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 CampusApril 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 MountainApril 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 27April 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 caseApril 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 flatironApril 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 fireApril 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 100April 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 trailheadApril 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 NederlandApril 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 SanitasApril 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 ClimberApril 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 AreaApril 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, COApril 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 1March 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 CountyMarch 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 JailMarch 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, ColoradoMarch 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 CanyonMarch 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 LiftFebruary 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 deputiesFebruary 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 structuresFebruary 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 murderFebruary 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 RdFebruary 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 CountyFebruary 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 transportFebruary 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 advocatesJanuary 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 studentsJanuary 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 ParkJanuary 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, ColoradoJanuary 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 SuperiorJanuary 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 BoulderJanuary 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 crewJanuary 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 enforcementJanuary 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, COJanuary 13, 2019 23 year old female hiker taken to hospital with a leg injury On January 13th, 2019, members with... read more → |
Structure FireJanuary 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 facilitatorsJanuary 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 businessJanuary 2, 2019 No injuries and only minor damage reported - On Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at 2:33pm deputies from the Boulder... read more → |
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