Highlands Ranch Woman Arrested for Deadly Shooting
Highlands Ranch – Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a shooting at a residence in the 9600 block of Timber Hawk Circle in Highlands Ranch at 8:25 on July 18, 2023. When they arrived, they found one male inside the residence, who was pronounced deceased on scene by medical personnel. The female […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Retrieves $20,000 for Elderly Scam Victim and Raises Awareness about Scams
[Douglas County] A Douglas County Sheriff’s Office technician recently saved an older resident from a potentially devastating scam. Responding to a distress call from an elderly individual who sent $20,000 in cash to a suspicious person, the technician quickly made some calls and was able to secure the return of the funds. This act highlights […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Launches Fireworks Hotline for Illegal Fireworks Activity
[Douglas County, Colorado] As Independence Day approaches, it is essential to know how one can celebrate the holiday safely. It is also crucial to understand the legal ramifications regarding the use of fireworks. Each year the careless use of fireworks contributes to personal injuries and significant financial losses to property owners, insurance companies, and the […]
Urgent Warning about Retention Ponds Amidst Heavy Rainfall: Stay Away and Be Aware
Douglas County, Colorado – Douglas County has experienced higher levels of rain in the month of June than we are used to, and the ground is now saturated. Retention ponds, located throughout the county, are designed both for water quality treatment as well as flood control. Both those that are normally dry and those that […]
Driver of Stolen Car Arrested After Backing into Church and Leading Deputies on Short Chase
[Douglas County, Colorado] In the early morning hours of 6/9/2023, Douglas County deputies responded to a report of a burglary at a church in the 9000 block of Clydesdale Road in Castle Pines. The driver backed a (stolen) car into the doors, then pried his way into the church. When deputies arrived, they saw the […]
Reward Offered for Help Identifying Group of Thieves
23-47937 – DCSO Crime Alert Douglas County – On 06/05/2023 at around 4:00 a.m., at least three unknown suspects entered the Pradera neighborhood south of Parker. They entered an unlocked garage, and stole a black 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee (lic plt # CJD-H91). They also entered the garage of a different home in that same […]
Douglas County Deputies Catch a Burglar in the Act
On 06/05/23 at approximately 5:30 a.m., Douglas County deputies on Graves A shift responded to a call of a suspicious vehicle located in the 6400 Block of East County Line Road in Highlands Ranch. A caller told dispatchers an individual in a white car had pulled up and parked in front of the business, then […]
Highlands Ranch Man Arrested for Domestic Violence
Highlands Ranch – On June 5, 2023, Douglas County deputies responded to a residence near Venneford Ranch Road and S. University Boulevard in Highlands Ranch for a report of a physical domestic disturbance. The investigation revealed Lance Ball, DOB 06/19/1985, allegedly strangled and assaulted the victim. The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment. […]
Deputies Recover Stolen Vehicle, Illegal Gun, and Make Several Arrests
(Highlands Ranch, Colorado) On May 28, 2023, a Douglas County deputy located a stolen vehicle in the area of S. University Blvd and Highlands Ranch Pkwy. The black Kia had stolen license plates on the front and back. As deputies began to pin in the vehicle, several occupants fled in different directions. Deputies caught the […]
The Deadly Trend: Car Surfing
UPDATE: From the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office: one juvenile is facing the following charges in relation to a deadly “car surfing” incident last month in Douglas County: Vehicular Homicide-Reckless Driving (F4), Vehicular Assault-Reckless (F5), and Reckless Endangerment (M2). Under Colorado law, cases heard in Juvenile Court have strict guidelines on what information can be […]
Two Teenagers Arrested After Stolen Car Crashes at South Metro Rescue Fire Station
Lone Tree, Colorado – On Friday, May 19, 2023 at 1:05a.m., Douglas County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to assist the Lone Tree Police Department on an unknown injury accident at the intersection of E. Lincoln Ave. and S. Peoria St. Dispatch received an iPhone crash alert, and the location was pinging in the area of […]
Man Arrested for Firing a Gun Outside a Party in Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch, CO – On May 20, 2023, at 7:50p.m., Douglas County Sheriff’s patrol deputies responded to a report of shots fired in the 4400 Block of Lyndenwood Circle in Highlands Ranch. The suspect, David Garcia (DOB 12/21/2004), attended a graduation party at that location with his mom and was consuming alcohol and became intoxicated. […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Leads Cleanup Effort at Shooting Range
Douglas County, CO – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office recently led a cleanup effort at the Turkey Tracks shooting range located in Pike National Forest in Douglas County, Colorado. The initiative was undertaken to address safety concerns by residents of the Trout Creek neighborhood, which is close to the popular shooting range. Due to the […]
Douglas County Recognizes Regional Dispatchers as First Responders
Douglas County, CO – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce that the Douglas County Board of Commissioners adopted a proclamation to reclassify Douglas County regional emergency dispatchers as first responders. This decision recognizes the hard work and dedication of these individuals and acknowledges their invaluable contribution to public safety. Dispatchers are often […]