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Structure Fire on N. 66th Street

November 26, 2024 - The Boulder County Communications Center received a call at 3:28 p.m. today about a structure fire in the... read more →

Two suspects arrested after firing multiple rounds from moving vehicle in unincorporated Boulder County

November 25, 2024 - On November 24, 2024, at approximately 10:50 p.m., Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputies were in the area of... read more →

Longmont man arrested for sexual exploitation of a child

November 21, 2024 45-year-old man arrested as result of ICAC investigation - On Thursday, November 21, 2024, 45-year-old Miguel Alberto ARANDA was arrested... read more →

Small Grass Fire on Flagstaff Road, in Boulder County

November 21, 2024 Small Grass Fire on Flagstaff Road - At approximately 9:0 p.m. on November 20th, 2024, the Boulder County Communications Center... read more →

East County Residents Encouraged to Apply for a Position on the Emergency Services Grant Program Advisory Committee

November 20, 2024 Deadline to apply: Thursday, December 12 Help improve fire protection and trail safety in Boulder County! Boulder County is recruiting... read more →

Sheriff’s Office Seeks Information on Smash and Grab Burglaries at Gas Station

November 19, 2024 Information Sought on Panda Bandits - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance from the public to help.... read more →

Suspect Arrested After Crime Spree

November 8, 2024 Crimes Include Auto Theft and Burglary - On November 7, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office began responding to several... read more →

Stage 1 fire restrictions rescinded for western unincorporated Boulder County

November 6, 2024 Recent Precipitation Has Decreased Fire Danger - Sheriff Curtis Johnson has rescinded the Stage 1 fire restrictions that were... read more →

Fire Districts in Boulder County Can Apply for $1.7 million in Emergency Services Grants

November 4, 2024 Fire districts in Boulder County can apply for funding for equipment, capital needs, training, and other items. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10. read more →

String of Burglaries in Boulder County

November 1, 2024 Thieves are Targeting Jewelry, Designer Handbags and Cash - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has had a series of... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Launches Enhanced Jail Daily Booking and Listing Reports Web Page

October 30, 2024 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has launched an enhanced version of our Jail Daily Booking and Listing Reports... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Assists in Search and Rescue of Missing 9-Year-Old Child

October 23, 2024 - At approximately 8:57 AM this morning, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Communications Center received a report of a missing... read more →

Missing Hiker found on Goshawk Trail

October 23, 2024 - On Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024 at 8:43 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office communication center received a call... read more →

Deceased Male Found at Boulder Community Health Campus in Superior

October 18, 2024 Heading Subheading - On October 18, 2024, at 6:49 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call for a... read more →

Update: Public Asked for Assistance in Identifying Stabbing Suspect

October 16, 2024 Suspect charged and booked at Boulder County Jail - The suspect in this incident, Randy J. Wojno, D.O.B. 10/27/59,... read more →

Commissioners Reaffirm Funding Commitments During County Budget Process

October 10, 2024 Alternative Sentencing Facility Scheduled to Open in 2025 The Boulder County Commissioners are in the process of deciding how public... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and Coroner’s Office Host Trunk or Treat Event

October 3, 2024 Event is Being Held on October 22 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and Boulder County Coroner’s Office invite... read more →

Human Remains Found Near the 1000 Block of Blue Mountain Road in Unincorporated Boulder County

September 24, 2024 -The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call shortly after 11:00 a.m. this morning, September 24, about possible human.... read more →

Unattended Death Near Overland Road in Unincorporated Boulder County

September 18, 2024 Death is Considered Suspicious in Nature - On September 14, 2024, at 9:37 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center... read more →

Update: Public Asked for Assistance in Identifying Stabbing Suspect

September 12, 2024 - A suspect has been identified, and all involved people are cooperating with law enforcement as the investigation continues.... read more →

Update on the Investigation of the Missing Person, Fatality, and Cause of the Stone Canyon Fire

September 11, 2024 - The Stone Canyon Fire, which started on July 30, 2024, outside of the town of Lyons in unincorporated... read more →

Public Asked for Assistance in Identifying Stabbing Suspect

September 11, 2024 - At 7:46 a.m. this morning, Sept. 11, 2024, the Boulder County Communications Center received a report of a... read more →

29-year-old Longmont man arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

September 9, 2024 - On Saturday, September 7, 2024, 29-year-old Brandon Scott COX was arrested for six counts of sexual exploitation of... read more →

Boulder County Amended Fire Restrictions

September 3, 2024 Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for western Boulder County. Restrictions have been lifted for the eastern section of unincorporated Boulder County. read more →

Missing Hiker Found Deceased Near Middle St. Vrain Trailhead

August 31, 2024 Missing Hiker Near Middle St. Vrain Trailhead Found Deceased - On Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 10:43 p.m., the Boulder County... read more →

Missing Hiker near Lake Isabelle located Deceased

August 28, 2024 - On Monday, August 26, 2024, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's Office Communications Center received a... read more →

Grass Fire Contained at Rabbit Mountain Open Space

August 22, 2024 Grass Fire Quickly Contained at Rabbit Mountain Open Space -On August 22, 2024, at 3:26 PM, a grass fire was... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office accepting applications for upcoming Community Academy.

August 21, 2024 Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Accepting Applications for Upcoming Community Academy The community academy is an opportunity to gain a better understanding... read more →

21-year-old Louisville man arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

August 20, 2024 - On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 21-year-old Louis Felipe CUELLAR was arrested for 9 counts of sexual exploitation of... read more →

57-Year-Old Male Dies While Hiking on the Mesa Trail

August 17, 2024 - Just after 1:00 p.m. this afternoon, the Boulder County Communications Center received a report that a 57-year-old male... read more →

Update: Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Information About Arson Suspects in Panorama Point Fire

August 14, 2024 Two Suspects Arrested - Through various investigative leads, including tips from the community, investigators with the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Information About Arson Suspects in Panorama Point Fire.

August 2, 2024 Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Information About Arson Suspects in Panorama Point Fire - On the evening of July 31,... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office hosting National Night Out events on Tuesday, Aug. 6.

August 2, 2024 Boulder County Sheriff’s Office hosting National Night Out events on Tuesday, Aug. 6 Free, family-friendly events will take place around Boulder... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Arson Suspect from July 4 Fire

August 2, 2024 - Boulder County Sheriff’s Office arrests arson suspect from the fire that took place on the evening of July... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Volunteer Victim Advocates

August 2, 2024 Deadline to Apply is August 7 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking On-Scene and Outreach volunteers to... read more →

Update regarding the fatality in the Stone Canyon Fire

August 1, 2024 - One fatality has been confirmed to be associated with the Stone Canyon Fire in Boulder County in the... read more →

Boulder County enacting Stage 2 fire restrictions countywide

August 1, 2024 Forecast continues for hot temperatures and dry conditions - Sheriff Curtis Johnson and the Board of County Commissioners enacted... read more →

UPDATE Release Version #2: Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Arson Investigation

July 11, 2024 UPDATE Version #2: Release Version Number: 2Agency Case number: 24-03291 RELEASE #2 Released July 11, 2024 4:33 PM The Sheriff’s Office... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Public’s Help in Arson Investigation

July 11, 2024 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating an arson case and urgently needs the public’s assistance with... read more →

Fire Extinguished in Boulder County: Bunce School Road

July 9, 2024 - On July 9, 2024, a fire was reported in the 2000 block of at 11:53 AM. The... read more →

Brush Fire Quickly Contained at Joder Ranch in Boulder County

July 9, 2024 - On Monday, July 8, 2024, at approximately 11:12 AM, the Boulder County Communication Center received a 911 call... read more →

The Boulder Office of Disaster Management for the City of Boulder and Boulder County to launch text message program and improve language access

July 9, 2024 - Starting July 9, 2024 the Boulder Office of Disaster Management (ODM) will add text messaging to the ways... read more →

Apply for a position on the Emergency Services Grant Program Advisory Committee

July 8, 2024 Deadline to apply: Monday, July 15, by 11:59 p.m. Boulder County is recruiting for three open positions on the Emergency... read more →

Boulder County enacted Stage 1 fire restrictions on July 1, 2024

July 1, 2024 High temperatures and low moisture have increased the fire danger Sheriff Curtis Johnson has enacted Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, effective immediately, Monday, July 1, for unincorporated areas of western Boulder County. read more →

Burglary suspect arrested for theft from construction site

June 28, 2024 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has a burglary suspect in custody. A suspect accused of burglary and theft... read more →

Contractor arrested after theft from Marshall Fire victims

June 27, 2024 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a contractor accused of theft from four property owners who were... read more →

Wildland Fire in Gregory Canyon Extinguished, Suspect Arrested

June 25, 2024 - On Monday, June 24th, at approximately 9:35 PM, Boulder County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to Gregory Canyon at... read more →

Tubing ban to be rescinded for Boulder Creek

June 21, 2024 - Sheriff Curtis Johnson will rescind the tubing ban, or partial use restriction, for Boulder Creek effective June 21,... read more →

Tubing ban to be rescinded for North Saint Vrain Creek and Saint Vrain Creek

June 20, 2024 Tubing ban to be rescinded for North Saint Vrain Creek and the Saint Vrain Creek - Sheriff Curtis Johnson will... read more →

Skier rescued from the Skywalker Couloir on South Arapahoe Peak

June 17, 2024 Skier Rescued after sliding approximately 1,000 to 2,000 feet down the Skywalker Couloir. - On Sunday June 16, 2024, at... read more →

Tubing closure for Boulder Creek

June 12, 2024 Effective on June 12 at 5:00 p.m. - Sheriff Curtis Johnson, working with the City of Boulder, has concluded... read more →

Tubing closure in effect for the North and Saint Vrain Creeks.

June 7, 2024 Tubing closure in effect for the North and Saint Vrain Creeks Effective June 7, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. - Sheriff... read more →

Missing 68-year-old woman found deceased in Boulder Creek.

June 6, 2024 Missing 68-year-old woman found deceased in Boulder Creek - On Monday, June 3, a 68-year-old female was reported missing by... read more →

Incident on Flagstaff Road: Response and Road Closure

June 3, 2024 Gross Dam Rd. is open to Flagstaff & Lakeshore residents for emergency ingress and egress while the situation is active. ... read more →

Negligent discharge of a firearm causing injury

June 2, 2024 - On 06/02/24 about 2pm the Boulder County Regional Communication Center received a 911 text of a male that... read more →

Tragic Accident in Boulder Creek Claims Life of Local Woman

May 31, 2024 - A tragic accident occurred this afternoon in Boulder Canyon, resulting in the death of a 65-year-old woman. At approximately... read more →

Significant seizure of illegal drugs and money helps stem the flow of fentanyl into Boulder County.

May 24, 2024 Significant seizure of illegal drugs and money helps stem the flow of fentanyl into Boulder County - A joint effort... read more →

Death at Eldora Mountain Resort

May 16, 2024 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office responded to Eldora Mountain Resort on the report of a medical emergency this... read more →

27-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

April 16, 2024 Male arrested as result of ICAC investigation - On April 15, 2024, 27-year-old Philip MURILLO was arrested for possession... read more →

Emergency landing on Hwy 287

April 14, 2024 Small Cessna aircraft safely lands after mechanical issues - Today at 3:07 p.m., a small single-engine Mooney aircraft, en... read more →

45-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

April 10, 2024 - On April 4, 2024, 45-year-old Stevie BROWN was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) after a... read more →

Urgent message to the public of Boulder County regarding traffic safety

April 7, 2024 – In the wake of the power outage affecting Boulder County since Saturday, there has been a disturbing trend.... read more →

Outdoor warning sirens to be tested as part of annual flood season.

March 29, 2024 Outdoor Warning Sirens to be Tested as Part of 2024 Flood Season First Test Date is April 1 – The... read more →

Apply for $500k in Search and Rescue and Rec/Trail Safety Services Grants by April 19

March 13, 2024 Emergency services grant round open to search and rescue groups and any agency or organization that seeks to make public trails and recreational areas in Boulder County safer to access and use for all community members. read more →

Climbers rescued from Eldorado Canyon State Park

March 11, 2024 - On Saturday March 9, 2024, at approximately 7:59 pm, Boulder County Communications was notified of two climbers who... read more →

43-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

March 1, 2024 - On February 29, 2024, 43-year-old Paul BEELER was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Beeler resides... read more →

Wildland Fire near Meyers Gulch

February 26, 2024 Fire Crews Quickly Contained and Extinguished the Fire - On February 25th, 2024 at approximately 8:20PM, a Boulder County... read more →

Restorative Justice Facilitator Volunteers Needed

February 23, 2024 Applications Due March 21 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to be Restorative Justice Facilitators. Key... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Volunteer Victim Advocates

February 14, 2024 Deadline to Apply is March 1 -The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking On-Scene and Outreach volunteers to serve... read more →

20-year-old male arrested after assault in the Town of Nederland

February 7, 2024 Suspect charged with Second Degree Assault, Felony Menacing, Violation of a Protection Order, and Obstruction of a Peace Officer ... read more →

The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Announces New Online Open Burning Portal

February 5, 2024 The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Announces New Online Open Burning Portal Anyone conducting an open burn, slash burn, or an agricultural burn in unincorporated Boulder County must use the new Open Burning Portal to register their burn. read more →

23-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

February 2, 2024 - On February 1, 2024, 23-year-old Moises GONZALEZ was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Gonzalez resides... read more →

$1.6 Million in Emergency Services Grants Awarded to Local Fire Protection Agencies

January 23, 2024 The County Commissioners, with support from the Sheriff, have approved $1,663,320 in awards for the first round of grants from the Emergency Services Sales & Use Tax. The proceeds will help to improve radio communications countywide, a priority identified after the Marshall Fire, and provide needed equipment to rural and mountain fire districts. read more →

Update on Portico Lane Attempted Murder Investigation

December 25, 2023 - This is an update for the press release related to the Portico Lane attempted murder investigation. The original... read more →

32-Year-Old Male Arrested for Attempted Murder

December 19, 2023 - Shortly after midnight, December 19, the Boulder County Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call from a resident of... read more →

19-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

December 13, 2023 - On December 13, 2023, 19-year-old Gabriel Aaron MCMARTIN was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material... read more →

Arrest Made in High-End Jewelry Theft

December 8, 2023 Over $475,000 in Jewelry Stolen from Boulder County Home - In early July 2023, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →

Community warned of stolen Wyoming vehicle titles

December 8, 2023 Several stolen Wyoming titles recovered in local auto theft investigation - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with... read more →

34-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

December 5, 2023 - On December 5, 2023, 34-year-old Richard SACKSCHEWSKY was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM).... read more →

32-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

December 1, 2023 - On December 1, 2023, 32-year-old Adrian ACEVEDO was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Acevedo resides... read more →

Multiple agencies respond to structure fire on Tilghman Road

November 28, 2023 – At 7:40 a.m. today, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call regarding a structure fire on Tilghman Rd.,... read more →

34-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

November 22, 2023 - On November 22, 2023, 34-year-old Enrique GUTIERREZ-MONCADA was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM).... read more →

Fallen Climber With Head Injury Rescued at “The Dome” Climbing Formation

November 19, 2023 Fallen Climber With Head Injury Rescued at "The Dome" Climbing Formation - On Sunday November 19, 2023, at approximately 3:18... read more →

Cabin Fire near Allenspark

November 1, 2023 Cabin Fire On November 1, 2023, at approximately 0813 hours, the Boulder County Sheriffs Office Communications Center received a report... read more →

Recreating in Changing Weather Conditions

October 26, 2023 - Yes, it’s that time of year where we get to enjoy all four seasons in one day. The Boulder... read more →

Suspect Arrested After Barricading Himself in a Residence on Rock Creek Parkway in Superior

October 26, 2023 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, with the assistance of several other agencies, executed a search warrant in the 2300... read more →

Boulder County resident wanted in animal cruelty case

October 18, 2023 Warrant issued for George Bernard Benyard for killing dog - On October 5, 2023, an arrest warrant was issued... read more →

Sheriff’s Office Launches Operation Safe Commute to Enhance Road Safety in Boulder County

October 16, 2023 The Operation Will Take Place on October 18 - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is pleased to announce the launch... read more →

Barn Fire

October 13, 2023 Extinguished On October 13, 2023 at approximately 5:37am, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center received a report of... read more →

Hiker lost overnight at Walker Ranch Open Space, Sunday into Monday

September 27, 2023 Hiker lost overnight at Walker Ranch Open Space 50-year-old female was uninjured and reunited with a family member - On Sunday,... read more →

20-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

September 20, 2023 - On September 20, 2023, 20-year-old Damen RENNELLS-ROSA was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Rennells-Rosa... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Cadet Post celebrates 50th anniversary

September 18, 2023 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Cadet Post #500 is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The cadet post was established in... read more →

Horseback rider sustains injuries after being thrown off horse on open space trail

September 14, 2023 Horse sustains non-survivable injuries after fall - On Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at approximately 3:55 p.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more →

32-year-old man arrested for Third Degree Assault, False Imprisonment, and Child Abuse

September 13, 2023 The incident occurred in the 6100 block of Baseline Road - On September 12, 2023, the Boulder County Sheriff’s.... read more →

Family Home Damaged by Fire in Superior

August 28, 2023 - On August 28, 2023 at approximately 09:15pm, a single residence fire was reported in the 1000 Block of Eldorado... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office accepting applications for upcoming Community Academy

August 12, 2023 The community academy is an opportunity to gain a better understanding of public safety agencies - The Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →

Injury Motorcycle Accident

August 11, 2023 Motorcyclist sustains a broken leg while riding Rollins Pass Road – On Thursday, August 10, 2023 at approximately 1:50 p.m.,... read more →

Northglenn man arrested for Unlawful Sexual Contact by Force and Impersonating a Public Servant

August 10, 2023 Assault occurred in the area of Caribou Road and Forest Service Road 505 - On July 25, 2023, the Boulder... read more →

Domestic Violence suspect apprehended after fleeing from assault in Eldorado Springs

August 9, 2023 Mandatory shelter in place order lifted after suspect found and arrested - On August 8, 2023, at approximately 5:56... read more →

Investigation of structure fire on Wolf Tongue Court in Nederland

August 9, 2023 Homeowner charged with 4th Degree Arson - On August 8, 2023, at approximately 1:53 a.m., deputies noticed a strong smell.... read more →

Structure Fire

August 4, 2023 - On August 3, 2023, at about 09:03pm, a was reported in the 7400 Block of Nelson Road, Boulder... read more →

Natural Gas Causes Courts to Evacuate

August 2, 2023 Criminal Justice Center Evacuated 1777 6th St, Boulder, On 8/2/2023, at 4:20pm Deputies detected a strong odor of natural gas... read more →

57-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

July 31, 2023 - On July 31, 2023, 57-year-old Mitchell James CLUTE was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material... read more →

Corrected: Hiker in cardiac arrest on the Anne U. White Trail

July 26, 2023 - On Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at approximately 9:45 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a report of a hiker... read more →

Hiker in cardiac arrest on the Anne U. White Trail

July 26, 2023 - On Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at approximately 9:45 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a report of a... read more →

Help improve trail and trailhead safety for hikers, equestrians, skiers, mountain bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts in Boulder County!

July 26, 2023 Help improve trail and trailhead safety for hikers, equestrians, skiers, cyclists, and outdoor enthusiasts in Boulder County! Boulder County is recruiting... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office hosting National Night Out events on Tuesday, Aug. 1

July 25, 2023 Free, family-friendly events will take place around Boulder County, including free food, emergency vehicles, first responders, fire departments, safety demonstrations, Wildfire Partners staff, local vendors, and children's activities. read more →

Conclusion of death investigation in the 3900 block of Ridge Road.

July 20, 2023 Death investigation in the 3900 block of Ridge Road concludes - Boulder County Sheriff’s Office detectives have completed their investigation into... read more →

39-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

July 18, 2023 - On July 13, 2023, 39-year-old Jonathan Philip HARRIS was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material... read more →

Stolen vehicle suspect apprehended after crashing into patrol vehicle and foot pursuit in Superior

July 18, 2023 - On July 17, 2023 at approximately 6:30 a.m, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputies learned that there was a... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office seeking volunteer victim advocates

July 17, 2023 Deadline to apply is Aug. 18 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to serve as Victim Advocates... read more →

Sick hiker and dog rescued near Jasper Lake

July 17, 2023 - On Sunday July 16, 2023, at approximately 10:17 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a backpacker... read more →

Climber falls approximately 100 feet while free soloing the First Flatiron

July 11, 2023 - On Monday July 10, 2023 at approximately 6:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a climber who... read more →

A male had fallen near the E.M. Greenman Trail

July 6, 2023 - On July 6, 2023, at approximately 13:29 hours, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from the... read more →

Two Arrested Following Sexual Exploitation of a Child Investigation

July 6, 2023 - On July 06, 2023, two parties were arrested for active warrants following a child sexual abuse material (CSAM)... read more →

Tubing Ban Rescinded for North Saint Vrain and Saint Vrain Creek

July 6, 2023 through Town of Lyons - Sheriff Curtis Johnson, in consultation with Victoria Simonsen, the Lyons Town Administrator, and the Lyons... read more →

Cruelty to animal case being investigated

July 6, 2023 Public asked for help identifying the vehicle, suspect, or the dog - On June 23, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office concludes the investigation into the cause and origin of the Marshall Fire

June 8, 2023 Boulder County Sheriff's Office concludes the investigation into the cause and origin of the Marshall Fire - The Boulder County... read more →

Tubing closure in effect for the North and Saint Vrain Creeks

June 7, 2023 Effective June 8, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. - Sheriff Curtis Johnson, after consultation with the Town of Lyons and... read more →

Mountain biker sustains injuries at Walker Ranch

June 7, 2023 - On Tuesday June 6, 2023, at approximately 5:16 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a mountain... read more →

Male arrested after taking a child without holding parental rights

May 24, 2023 Male arrested for kidnapping - At approximately 10:45 a.m. on May 23, 2023, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office was notified... read more →

16 individuals indicted by Boulder County for distribution of illicit drugs and related charges.

May 19, 2023 16 individuals indicted by Boulder County for distribution of illicit drugs and related charges “Operation Blue Steal” seizes 30 pounds of... read more →

Catalytic converter marking kits available for free

May 15, 2023 Register to pick up a free kit, appointments available in June - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office continues to partner... read more →

Improvements made to county-wide alert and warning systems since the Marshall Fire

May 4, 2023 Multiple improvements have been made to the alert and warning systems used by the 911 dispatch centers in Boulder County. read more →

Hiker evacuated from Eldorado State Park

May 4, 2023 - On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from hikers in... read more →

60-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

May 1, 2023 - On May 1, 2023, 60-year-old Brian KISH was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Kish resides in... read more →

Subject arrested for sexual assaults

April 26, 2023 Former Hygiene Fire Captain arrested for sexual assaults - On April 26, 2023, 30-year-old Kamron Barnaby, was arrested as part... read more →

41-year-old male wanted for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

April 21, 2023 - On April 13, 2023, an arrest warrant was issued for 41-year-old Michael Risinger-Peel for ten counts of §18-6-403(3)(b.5),... read more →

43-year-old male arrested on Attempted Murder in the 2nd Degree

April 17, 2023 - On Sunday, April 16, 2023, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was informed of a stabbing and assault that took... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office investigates possible arson in Superior

April 14, 2023 - In the past week, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has been called twice to small grass fires located just... read more →

26-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

April 10, 2023 - On April 7, 2023, 26-year-old Kenneth Glenn Groth was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material... read more →

36-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

April 8, 2023 - On April 8, 2023, 36-year-old Sergey Tolstick was arrested for distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) via a... read more →

Fatal Ski Crash at Eldora Mountain Resort

April 2, 2023 - On April 2, 2023, at approximately 09:45 am, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from the... read more →

Outdoor emergency warning sirens to be tested

April 2, 2023 Audible testing will occur on April 3 - The outdoor emergency sirens will be tested as part of annual flood... read more →

Female falls several feet on Flagstaff Mountain

April 1, 2023 - On Saturday, April 1, 2023, at approximately 3:56 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call reference a... read more →

Free Catalytic Converter Marking Kits

March 27, 2023 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority (CATPA) to combat catalytic... read more →

43-year-old male wanted for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

March 24, 2023 - On February 21, 2023, an arrest warrant was issued for 43-year-old Stevie Brown Jr. for ten counts of... read more →

Death Investigation in the 3900 block of Ridge Road, near Nederland

March 17, 2023 - On March 16, 2023, at 2:11 pm, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a home in... read more →

38-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

March 16, 2023 Arrest made after search warrant service at Longmont residence - On March 16, 2023, the Boulder County Digital Forensics Lab... read more →

A call of a potential weapon near Lyons High School

March 2, 2023 - On March 2, 2023, the Boulder County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to a call involving a potential weapon... read more →

Missing snowboarder rescued near Old Caribou Townsite

February 28, 2023 - A 50-year-old man from Louisville was reported overdue after a snowboard trip on U.S. Forest Service land near the... read more →

Almost $238,000 Recovered after Phishing Scam targeting Boulder County

February 14, 2023 - Information contained herein is related to this previous press release sent from Boulder County on September 30, 2022.... read more →

Death investigation in the 4800 block of White Rock Circle.

February 13, 2023 Death investigation in the 4800 block of White Rock Circle, in unincorporated Boulder County - The Boulder County Communications Center received... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputy charged with two counts of vehicular assault.

February 13, 2023 Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputy charged with two counts of vehicular assault Deputy placed on administrative leave, without pay, pending the... read more →

37-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

February 8, 2023 - On February 7, 2023, 37-year-old Juan Ramon Aranda was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material... read more →

32-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

February 7, 2023 - On February 7, 2023, 32-year-old Cameron Joseph Lawstuen was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material... read more →

Male arrested in Boulder-area stabbing and auto theft

January 25, 2023 Victim in stable condition at a local hospital - On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, officers arrested 27-year-old Michael Chunn in... read more →

31-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

January 24, 2023 - On January 24, 2023, 31-year-old Taylor Coleman Miller was arrested for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material... read more →

Residential Structure Fire in 700 blk of Bow Mountain Rd.

January 21, 2023 Residential Structure Fire in the 700 blk of Bow Mountain Rd. All Occupants are safe, fire is contained - On... read more →

34-year-old male arrested for Sexual Assault of a Child and Sexual Exploitation of a Child

January 20, 2023 Investigation also resulted in the arrest of a 22-year-old male out of New Jersey for Sexual Assault of a Child... read more →

34-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

January 20, 2023 - On January 18, 2023, 34-year-old Brian Woods was arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) related to... read more →

Structure fire on Highland Drive

January 19, 2023 There were no injuries to people or animals - On January 18, 2023, at approximately 8:02 a.m., the Boulder County... read more →

Boulder County Mounted Search and Rescue celebrates 25th anniversary

January 11, 2023 - Boulder County Mounted Search and Rescue (MSAR) is celebrating their 25th anniversary. The volunteer MSAR group was first organized.... read more →

Personal identifying information of some Boulder County Jail inmates accidently released

December 20, 2022 - It was brought to our attention earlier today that the social security numbers of some inmates were inadvertently... read more →

Firefighters quickly extinguish second wildland fire overnight in Boulder County

December 20, 2022 Firefighters quickly extinguish second wildfire overnight in Boulder County - On December 19, 2022 just before 11:30 pm, Boulder County... read more →

Structure fire in the Town of Lyons

December 15, 2022 Several people treated for smoke inhalation and minor burns - At approximately 11:00 a.m., the Boulder County Communication Center... read more →

Investigation update on the Marshall Fire

December 15, 2022 - The Marshall Fire has had a devastating impact on thousands of members of our community. With the December 30 one-year... read more →

Small Wildfire in Boulder County Contained by Firefighters

December 2, 2022 A quarter-acre fire in Carriage Hills was suppressed overnight - On December 1st, 2022 at approximately 10:24pm, the Boulder... read more →

Online Survey Open for Wildfire Mitigation and Emergency Services Ballot Measures

November 23, 2022 Online Survey Open for Wildfire Mitigation and Emergency Services Ballot Measures open through Dec. 5 read more →

Nov. 29 Open House for Boulder County Wildfire Mitigation and Emergency Services Ballot Measures

November 18, 2022 Attend an open house on recently passed ballot measures for Wildfire Mitigation and Emergency Services on Tuesday, Nov. 29 read more →

Inmate dies after suffering from an apparent medical issue

November 3, 2022 - Today, November 3, at 9:11 a.m., deputies at the Boulder County Jail were talking to a 22-year-old male inmate,... read more →

48-year-old male sustains injuries after falling on the Second Flatiron

November 3, 2022 - On Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a scrambler who... read more →

Arrests made in homicide in northern Boulder County

October 30, 2022 - On Sunday, October 30, 2022 at approximately 12:15 a.m., a deputy with the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) attempted... read more →

Fire Crews Respond to Small Grass Fire North of Boulder

October 20, 2022 - At approximately 2:00 p.m. this afternoon, the Boulder County Communications Center received multiple calls of a small grass fire... read more →

Suspicious bags found outside Costco in Superior

October 14, 2022 Boulder County Regional Bomb Squad found bags were empty -On October 14, 2022 at approximately 8:59 a.m., the Boulder... read more →

Benito Chavez-Perez Boulder County Jail Mug Shot

October 1, 2022 - This is an updated release for the information distributed earlier today by Sergeant Pelletier. There is no newis time, however Benito Chavez-Perez's Boulder County Jail Mug Shot has been included. /s/ Sergeant Asa Merriam

40-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

October 1, 2022 - On October 1, 2022, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office arrested 40-year-old Benito Chavez-Perez for possessing and distributing child sexual... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office seeks public assistance in locating fugitive

September 27, 2022 Boulder County Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance in locating fugitive - On Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at approximately 2:00 PM,... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff appoints a new Undersheriff, Carey Weinheimer

September 22, 2022 Weinheimer started his law enforcement career with the Vail Police Department and then the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office before moving to the Boulder Police Department in 1990, where he most recently worked as a deputy chief. He fills the role vacated by Tommy Sloan who retired after 34 years with the BCSO. read more →

27-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

September 21, 2022 - On September 20, 2022, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office arrested 27-year-old Alexander Staffa for possessing and distributing child sexual... read more →

Press Conference Scheduled at the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office

September 17, 2022 Press Conference Scheduled at the Boulder County Sheriff's Office September 17th, 2022 at 8:30 PM - Update from today’s media... read more →

Multiple Aircraft Collided Over Boulder County

September 17, 2022 There are three Confirmed fatalities at this time - At approximately 0854 hours the Boulder County Communications Center received... read more →

UPDATE: Search warrant executed after threats made online

September 16, 2022 - Unfortunately, the Sheriff’s Office cannot release very much additional information from yesterday’s search warrant in Superior. As previously mentioned,... read more →

Search warrant executed after threats made online

September 15, 2022 - On Sept. 15, 2022, Boulder County Sheriff's detectives served a search warrant at a home on Eldorado Circle,... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Community Academy accepting applications

September 14, 2022 The community academy is an opportunity to gain a better understanding of law enforcement - The Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →

Dream Canyon search and rescue

September 12, 2022 - On Monday, September 12, 2022 at approximately 12:47 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a female... read more →

Inmate dies at the Boulder County Jail

September 7, 2022 A 54-year-old inmate died after suffering from an apparent medical issue - Today, September 7, at 10:25 a.m., deputies at... read more →

Hiker on Chautauqua Trail Collapses

September 5, 2022 - On Monday, September 4, 2022 at approximately 10:21 a.m., Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who.... read more →

Missing 82-year-old found safe at Brainard Lake Recreation Area after being missing overnight

August 25, 2022 - On August 24, just after 5:00 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an 82-year-old female who... read more →

Climber sustains injuries after 35-foot fall in Eldorado Canyon State Park

August 20, 2022 - On Saturday, August 20, 2022 at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of... read more →

Hiker sustains a minor ankle injury on the Lion’s Lair Trail

August 18, 2022 Hiker sustains a minor ankle injury on the Lion's Lair Trail - On Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at approximately 1:00 p.m.,.... read more →

Unattended death at South Sourdough Trailhead

August 18, 2022 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office responded yesterday afternoon, August 17, to a report of a possible deceased person located... read more →

Stage 1 fire restrictions to be rescinded for western unincorporated Boulder County

August 15, 2022 Stage 1 fire restrictions rescinded for western Boulder County. read more →

Hiker rescued after injuring ankle in Forsyth Canyon

August 15, 2022 - On Sunday, August 14, 2022, at approximately 11:59 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a hiker who... read more →

Three scramblers assisted off the Regency rock

August 15, 2022 - On August 14, 2022, at approximately 8:20 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of three scramblers... read more →

Injured Hiker Rescued in the area of Lake Isabelle

August 14, 2022 - On Sunday August 14, 2022 at approximately 11:18 p.m., Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Stuck off road vehicle assisted by Colorado 4×4 Rescue and Recovery

August 12, 2022 Stuck off road vehicle assisted by Colorado 4x4 Rescue and Recovery - On Monday, August 8, 2022 at approximately 3:45 p.m.,... read more →

Hiker sustained minor ankle injury and a heat related illness on the Lion’s Lair Trail

August 11, 2022 Hiker sustained minor ankle injury and a heat related illness on the Lion's Lair Trail - On Wednesday, August 10, 2022... read more →

Wanted Individual Taken Safely Into Custody by Boulder County SWAT Team in Gunbarrel

August 7, 2022 - On August 6, 2022, Boulder County Communications received information that an adult male was inside of a camping... read more →

Sick Hiker Assisted on Shadow Canyon Trail

August 6, 2022 - On Saturday, August 6, 2022 at approximately 1:40 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of... read more →

Niwot’s Abo’s Pizza Damaged by Structure Fire

August 6, 2022 Local businesses may be closed due to smoke damage - On Saturday, August 6, 2022 at approximately 0530 hours, the... read more →

Sick Hiker on the Royal Arch Trail

August 6, 2022 - On Friday, August 5, 2022 at approximately 11:50 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of... read more →

UPDATE: Arrests made in last week’s homicide investigation on Flagstaff Road

August 2, 2022 Fourth suspect in custody - We were informed by the Las Cruces Police Department that Elizabeth Nicole Griffin, date of... read more →

Arrests made in last week’s homicide investigation on Flagstaff Road

August 1, 2022 - Boulder County Sheriff’s Office detectives obtained arrest warrants for four individuals related to last week’s homicide investigation near... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office hosting National Night Out events on Tuesday, Aug. 2

July 27, 2022 Free, family-friendly events will take place around Boulder County - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office invites the public to... read more →

37-year-old male climber rescued after falling 100 foot in Eldorado Canyon State Park.

July 25, 2022 - On Monday July 25, 2022, at approximately 1:10 PM., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a climber from Arizona... read more →

Death investigation in the 3400 block of Flagstaff Road

July 25, 2022 The death is being investigated as a homicide - The Boulder County Communications Center received a call shortly before... read more →

Death in the 5100 block of Williams Fork Trail

July 25, 2022 -The Boulder County Communications Center received a call at 6:42 a.m., this morning, July 25, to the 5100 block... read more →

Ill hiker rescued from Mt. Sanitas trail

July 21, 2022 - On Thursday July 21, 2022 at approximately 12:50 p.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Backpacker has a medical problem near Beaver Reservoir

July 21, 2022 - On Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office seeking volunteer victim advocates

July 20, 2022 Boulder County Sheriff's Office seeking volunteer victim advocates Deadline to apply is Aug. 26 - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →

Dinosaur Rock Injured Ankle Rescue

July 19, 2022 - On Monday, July 18, 2022 at approximately 6:31 PM Boulder County Communications received a call reporting a female... read more →

Six month investigation into criminal enterprise concludes

July 19, 2022 Suspects charged with introduction and distribution of illegal narcotics within the Boulder County Jail - The Boulder County Drug Task... read more →

UPDATE: Single-engine plane crash caused small fire in Lefthand Canyon

July 18, 2022 UPDATE: Single-engine plane crash caused small fire in Lefthand Canyon - The recovery efforts for the remains associated with the... read more →

Suspect arrested for stolen vehicle and e-bike

July 18, 2022 - Boulder County Sheriff’s deputies arrested 42-year-old Jose Sanchez Palacio, a resident of Westminster, Colorado, for two counts of... read more →

Sliver Alert issued for 61-year-old-female

July 18, 2022 - On Sunday, July 17, 2022, at approximately 4:00 PM, the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a missing... read more →

65-year-old male rescued off the Lost Lake Trail

July 18, 2022 - On Sunday, July 17, 2022, at approximately 04:29 PM, Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who had... read more →

Single-engine plane crash caused small fire in Lefthand Canyon

July 17, 2022 Plane crash still being investigated - On Sunday, July 17, 2022, at approximately 09:41 AM, Boulder County Communications was notified... read more →

Mountain Bike Rider Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries in Crash

July 17, 2022 Patient airlifted to Denver-area hospital - On Saturday, July 16, 2022 at approximately 7:12 p.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more →

Lost party located safely in the Beaver Reservoir area

July 16, 2022 - On Friday, July 15, 2022 at approximately 7:13 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a... read more →

Two Small Fires Ignited On National Forest

July 15, 2022 Both fires contained, no structures threatened - On July 14th, 2022 at approximately 3:30pm, a wildland fire was reported in... read more →

28-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

July 14, 2022 - On July 14, 2022, Boulder County Sheriff’s Office arrested 28-year-old Alexander Howe for possessing and distributing child sexual... read more →

Small Wildland Caused by Lightning Quickly Extinguished

July 10, 2022 Small Wildland Fire Caused by Lightning Quickly Extinguished - On July 10, 2022 at approximately 2:54 p.m., Boulder County Sheriff's... read more →

Hiker Assisted After Falling at NCAR Trail

July 10, 2022 - On Sunday July 10, 2022 at approximately 1:00 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a female who... read more →

Hiker with injured ankle in area of Royal Arch

July 4, 2022 - On Monday, July 4, 2022 at approximately 09:20 AM, Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Teams Work Through the Night to Rescue Stuck Hiker on Mt. Toll

July 4, 2022 - On Sunday July 3, 2022 at approximately 12:50 PM, Boulder County Communications was notified of a stuck hiker... read more →

Stuck Climbers Rescued from The First Flatiron

July 4, 2022 - On Sunday July 3, 2022 at approximately 11:31 AM, Boulder County Communications was notified of two climbers who... read more →

Hiker and a climber sustain minor ankle injuries at Mount Sanitas

July 4, 2022 - On Monday, July 4, 2022 at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of.... read more →

Injured Hiker Rescued on Devil’s Thumb Trail

July 4, 2022 Injured Hiker Rescued on Devil's Thumb Trail - On Saturday July 03, 2022, at approximately 15:20 PM., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received... read more →

Structure fire at Wapos Restaurant

June 30, 2022 - On June 30, 2022 at approximately 12:15 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call regarding smoke... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office holds Marshall Fire awards ceremony

June 28, 2022 Community members and valued partner organizations recognized - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office held an awards ceremony last night,... read more →

Stuck Climber Rescued from First Flatiron

June 27, 2022 - On Monday, June 27, 2022 at approximately 10:12 am, Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Small explosion and fire at residence in the 7,000 block of Durham Circle

June 27, 2022 No injuries to the residents or first responders - On June 26, 2022, at approximately 6:40 p.m., the Boulder... read more →

Stuck Climber Rescued from Fern Canyon Slabs

June 26, 2022 - On Sunday, June 26, 2022 at approximately 11:19 am, Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Hiker Injured on the Mallory Cave Trail

June 26, 2022 - Boulder County, Colo – On Saturday, June 25, 2022 at approximately 4:44 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →

Free solo climber gets stuck on the Second Flatiron

June 25, 2022 - On Saturday, June 25, 2022 at approximately 12:56 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a... read more →

Tubing Ban Rescinded for North Saint Vrain and Saint Vrain Creek through Town of Lyons

June 24, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. -Sheriff Joe Pelle, in consultation with Victoria Simonsen, the Lyons Town Administrator, Sergeant Bill Crist (the Sheriff’s Office Administrative... read more →

Trail runner sustains minor injury on the Green Bear Trail

June 24, 2022 - On Friday, June 23, 2022 at approximately 10:14 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an... read more →

Charges filed in Tally Ho Trail Fire investigation in Boulder County

June 23, 2022 48-year-old female charged in fire that caused over $20,000 in damage - On Friday, June 17, 2022, detectives with... read more →

Two Climbers Rescued from Eldorado Canyon State Park; One Seriously Injured

June 22, 2022 - On June 22, 2022 at approximately 9:11 am, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call reporting a... read more →

Three hikers rescued from Mt. Neva

June 21, 2022 - On Monday June 20, 2022, at approximately 7:52 p.m.., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding three hikers that were... read more →

Injured hiker assisted off of the Royal Arch Trail

June 18, 2022 - On June 18th, 2022, at approximately 3:10 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured... read more →

Search efforts at Gross Reservoir after over-night crash of construction vehicle.

June 18, 2022 Search efforts at Gross Reservoir after over-night crash of construction vehicle The driver was found and is deceased - At approximately... read more →

Hiker rescued after getting dehydrated on Eldorado Canyon Trail

June 18, 2022 - On Saturday June 18, 2022, at approximately 2:28 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a male that was... read more →

Hiker rescued after fall on Fourmile Canyon Link Trail

June 18, 2022 - On Saturday June 18, 2022, at approximately 9:42 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a female that had... read more →

Mulch fire causes shed to become fully engulfed

June 16, 2022 - At approximately 1449 hours on June 16, 2022 the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a shed... read more →

Hiker rescued after fall on Shadow Canyon Trail

June 16, 2022 - On Wednesday June 15, 2022, at approximately 2:33 p.m.., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a male that had... read more →

Female rescued on East Ridge Trail at Mt. Sanitas

June 16, 2022 - On Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at approximately 3:48 p.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Tubing Restrictions for the St. Vrain Creek and River effective June 14th at 8am

June 13, 2022 Tubing Restrictions for the St. Vrain Creek and River starting June 14th at 8am due to hazardous conditions from rising water... read more →

Two Rescues at Lavern Johnson Park in Lyons

June 12, 2022 - On Sunday, July 12, 2022 approximately 12:40, Boulder County Communications was notified of two 10-year old children in tubes... read more →

Male arrested following early-morning shooting in the Town of Superior

June 11, 2022 21-year-old victim in stable condition at area hospital - On Saturday, June 11, 2022 at approximately 3:36 a.m., the Boulder... read more →

Hiker becomes ill from heat related illness on the Anemone Trail

June 11, 2022 Subheading - On Saturday, June 11, 2022 at approximately 09:48 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of... read more →

Climber Rescued After Fall in Boulder Canyon

June 11, 2022 Man sustained serious injuries at Happy Hour Crag - On Friday, June 10, 2022 at approximately 8:38 p.m., the Boulder... read more →

Mother & Son Injured in a Rollover ATV Accident

June 10, 2022 Mother airlifted to local hospital due to major injuries - On June 10, 2022 at approximately 9:17 a.m., the... read more →

Arrestee identified in homicide investigation

June 9, 2022 Lafayette resident charged with murder related to Flagg Drive homicide - On Friday, June 3, 2022 at approximately 6:30 p.m.,... read more →

Two people, and a dog, charged by moose near the West Magnolia Trailhead

June 8, 2022 One person sustained serious bodily injuries - Shortly before 8:00 a.m. this morning, June 8, the Boulder County Communications Center... read more →

Injured Hiker Rescued on Lions Lair Trail

June 5, 2022 - On Sunday, June 5, 2022 at approximately 12:00 p.m.,, Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Hiker with altitude sickness rescued from Green Mountain West Ridge Trail

June 5, 2022 - On Sunday, June 4, 2022 at approximately 12:53 p.m., Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who was... read more →

Skier hospitalized after accident in Indian Peaks Wilderness

June 4, 2022 Patient hoisted from scene by Army helicopter - On Saturday, June 4, 2022 at approximately 9:53 a.m. the Boulder County... read more →

Arrest made in local homicide

June 3, 2022 Male found dead on Flagg Drive, suspect arrested - On Thursday, June 2, 2022 at approximately 12:50 p.m., the... read more →

Structure Fire Leaves Local Family Displaced

June 1, 2022 Structure Fire Leaves Local Family Dis - On May 31st about 8:30pm Boulder County Communications received a call of a... read more →

Scrambler rescued after fall on the the 2nd Flatiron

May 27, 2022 Scrambler rescued after fall on the 2nd Flatiron - On Friday, May 27, 2022 at approximately 08:25 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received... read more →

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash in Lyons

May 27, 2022 Single vehicle crash resulted in one fatality Town of Lyons, - On the evening of May 26th, 2022, Boulder... read more →

Climber Injured at Eldorado State Park

May 23, 2022 Subheading - On Monday, May 23, 2022 at approximately 3:05 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a climber... read more →

Fire restrictions rescinded for unincorporated Boulder County

May 23, 2022 Recent precipitation has decreased fire danger - On Monday, May 23, 2022, Sheriff Joe Pelle rescinded the Stage 1... read more →

Mountain Biker crash on Picture Rock Trail in Boulder County.

May 19, 2022 Mountain Biker crash on Picture Rock Trail in Boulder County 60 year-old mountain biker suffered a broken ankle - On... read more →

Boulder Office of Emergency Management releases 2022-2027 Hazard Mitigation Plan draft

May 17, 2022 - The Boulder Office of Emergency Management has released the 2022-2027 Hazard Mitigation Plan draft. The Boulder Office of... read more →

21 year old male found Deceased near the Mount Sanitas Trail

May 15, 2022 - On Sunday, May 15, 2022 at approximately 3:22 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a report from... read more →

Hiker sustains minor injury on the Royal Arch Trail

May 14, 2022 - On Saturday, May 14, 2022 at approximately 12:04 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of an... read more →

Missing Teen from Boulder County Located, Suspect Arrested

May 12, 2022 - Boulder County Sheriff’s Office detectives have located Heaven White, the missing 14-year-old, alive and unharmed. Heaven was found... read more →

Teen missing from Boulder County

May 12, 2022 She was last seen at Manhattan Middle School - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for... read more →

Sexually violent predator moves to the Town of Superior

May 11, 2022 - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is releasing information pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes, which authorizes law enforcement agencies... read more →

Small Fire at 4500 47th Street Extinguished

May 10, 2022 - On May 10, 2022 at approximately 3:15 pm, emergency crews responded to the 4500 Block of 47th Street... read more →

Fallen Hiker Rescued at Lost Gulch Overlook

May 9, 2022 - On Monday May 9, 2022 at approximately 3:15 PM., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call of a female who... read more →

Small Grass Fire Near Nelson Flanders Water Treatment Plant

May 9, 2022 Small Grass Fire Near Nelson Flanders Water Treatment Plant near 53rd St. and Ute Hwy. - On May 9th, 2022 at approximately 12:32pm,... read more →

Deceased female located in Boulder Canyon

May 6, 2022 - On Thursday, May 5, 2022 at approximately 11:46 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call about... read more →

Hiker rescued from Chautauqua Trail

May 2, 2022 - On Sunday, May 1, 2022, at approximately 1:45 p.m., Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Hiker rescued after fall near Crown Rock

May 2, 2022 - On Sunday May 1, 2022, at approximately 3:22 p.m., Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Small Grass Fire Near Marshall Rd & S. Foothills Hwy

April 30, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, April 30, 2022 at approximately 5:22 AM, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a small grass fire... read more →

Wind-fallen tree injures homeowner

April 30, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, April 29, 2022 at approximately 3:45 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a 33-year-old male who... read more →

Wildland fire on Porter Ranch Road

April 23, 2022 Crews extinguish small blaze Boulder County, Colo. - At approximately 08:24pm on April 22nd, 2022, the Boulder County Communications Center received a... read more →

Boulder County enacts Level 1 Fire Restrictions

April 21, 2022 Sheriff Joe Pelle has enacted Level 1 Fire Restrictions, effective immediately, for all areas of unincorporated Boulder County. The fire restrictions are being implemented due to increasing fire danger, lack of moisture, and the forecast for warm temperatures. read more →

Table Mountain Fire cause and origin investigation

April 21, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County Sheriff’s Office investigators have concluded the investigation into the cause and origin of the Table Mountain Fire,... read more →

NCAR Fire investigation update

April 21, 2022 Human-caused, no active leads Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, March 26, 2022, at approximately 2:15 p.m., emergency responders were first made... read more →

Grass fire near Table Mountain

April 20, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - Shortly after 3:00 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a report of smoke near the 5,000 block of... read more →

Grass Fire west of Hygiene

April 20, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On 04/19/22 about 5:30 pm Boulder County Communications received a 911 call of a grass fire in the... read more →

Small Wildland Fire Near Flagstaff

April 19, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On April 19, 2022 at approximately 4:30 p.m., a small wildfire was discovered near Flagstaff Road and Bison... read more →

Grass Fire near Tally Ho Trail, unincorporated Boulder County

April 19, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - Today, April 19, 2022, at 1:12 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call regarding a grass fire... read more →

Fire destroys an outbuilding near Wondervu in unincorporated Boulder County

April 15, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, April 15, 2022, at approximately 7:37 a.m., Boulder County Communications received a report of a small outbuilding... read more →

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

April 15, 2022 Unwanted medication can be dropped off during a free event Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County residents can drop off unwanted prescription medication... read more →

Ditch fire near 7400 block of Arapahoe Road in Boulder County, Colorado

April 15, 2022 No damage and no structures threatened Boulder County, Colo. - On April 14, 2022, at approximately 10:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more →

33-year-old male arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

April 14, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On April 13, 2022, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33-year-old Andreas Halusa on child sexual abuse material... read more →

Scrambler rescued after fall near Royal Arch Trail

April 5, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday April 5, 2022 at approximately 11:20 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a person who had... read more →

Small wildfire in the Carriage Hills neighborhood

April 5, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - Shortly before 4:00 a.m. this morning, April 5, a small wildfire was reported in the Carriage Hills neighborhood, in... read more →

Climber Injured in Eldorado State Park

April 2, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, April 2, 2022 at approximately 12:53 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a climber who... read more →

Testing of outdoor warning sirens

April 1, 2022 Audible testing will be on May 2 Boulder County, Colo. - Due to the recent wildfires and community impacts, the audible will... read more →

Update on the Marshall Fire Investigation

March 31, 2022 The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office’s investigation into the cause and origin of the Marshall Fire is ongoing and expected to... read more →

Climber seriously injured in climbing accident in Eldorado State Park

March 27, 2022 Subheader Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, March 26, 2022 at approximately 1:03 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a rock climber... read more →

Hiker rescue at Chautauqua Park in Boulder County, Colorado

March 25, 2022 Uninjured hiker assisted on the Royal Arch Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday March 24, 2022 at approximately 8:25 pm, Boulder County... read more →

Vehicle fire in the 33,000 block of Boulder Canyon Drive

March 15, 2022 - On March 15, 2022, just after 1:00 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call from... read more →

Dog Falls from the Royal Arch

March 13, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, March 12, 2022 at approximately 3:15 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a dog which... read more →

Female found deceased in car by hiker at the Flagg Park trailhead

March 12, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On March 12, 2022 at approximately 8:09 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a report of a... read more →

Suspect arrested on attempted second degree homicide charge

March 8, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On March 7, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call shortly after midnight from the 100 block of... read more →

Climber at Eldorado Canyon State Park found deceased

March 3, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - Today, March 3, 2022, the Boulder County Communications Center received notice of a fallen climber in Eldorado Canyon State... read more →

Reporting firearms lost in the Marshall Fire

February 28, 2022 - A Colorado state law enacted in 2021, the Isabella Joy Thallas Act, requires firearm owners to report a... read more →

Fatal skier crash at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort

February 9, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On February 8, 2022, at approximately 2:26 p.m. the Boulder County Communications Center was called to Eldora Mountain Ski... read more →

Injured cross-country skier assisted out from CMC Trail

February 5, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, February 5, 2022 at approximately 11:27 am, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a cross-country... read more →

Marshall Fire investigation update

January 31, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - The investigation into the cause and origin of the Marshall Fire, which started on Dec. 30, 2021, remains on-going,... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office seeking volunteer victim advocates

January 26, 2022 Deadline to apply is March 18 Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to serve as Victim Advocates... read more →

Update on the investigation into missing person case from Marshall Fire

January 19, 2022 - Investigators with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office and the Boulder County Coroner’s Office have been actively searching a property... read more →

Injured Snowshoer Assisted from CMC Trail

January 15, 2022 Injured Showshoer Assisted from CMC Trail - On Saturday, January 15, 2022 at approximately 12:38 pm, the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →

One male assaulted and one unattended death in the Town of Nederland

January 15, 2022 - On Jan. 14, 2022, at 12:07 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a phone call regarding an assault... read more →

Fire restrictions rescinded for western Boulder County

January 11, 2022 Snow cover and cooler temperatures have decreased fire danger Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, January 11, 2022, Sheriff Joe Pelle rescinded... read more →

Scrambler Assisted off Second Flatiron

January 8, 2022 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, January 8, 2022, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a rock climber... read more →

Marshall Fire: Statement from Boulder County regarding media inquiries about active ongoing investigations and records

January 4, 2022 - Boulder County and the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office have received numerous requests for records and other information, including body camera... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff releases preliminary list of structures damaged in the Marshall Fire

January 1, 2022 Damage assessment teams have compiled a preliminary list of structures destroyed or damaged in the Marshall Fire. read more →

UPDATE ON SPACE HEATERS: Partial reopening of Marshall Fire evacuation area – residents only

December 31, 2021 UPDATE ON SPACE HEATERS: Partial reopening of Marshall Fire evacuation area – residents only Most areas that were evacuated remain closed Boulder County,.... read more →

Partial reopening of Marshall Fire evacuation area – residents only

December 31, 2021 Partial reopening of Marshall Fire evacuation area – residents only Most areas that were evacuated remain closed Boulder County, Colo. - As of 3 p.m.... read more →

Injured hiker rescued at Chautauqua Open Space in Boulder County, Colorado

December 24, 2021 66 year old male hiker rescued between 1st and 2nd Flatiron Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday December 23, 2021 at approximately... read more →

Lost Hiker Rescued

December 23, 2021 from between Bear Canyon Trail and Mallory Cave Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, December 22 at approximately 5:36 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s.... read more →

Scrambler falls from Second Flatiron

December 22, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, December 22, at approximately 12:29 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a group of three... read more →

Climber rescued after fall on Stairway to Heaven

December 22, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a male who had.... read more →

Climbers rescued off the Redgarden Wall in Eldorado State Park

December 19, 2021 No injuries reported following 6-hour rescue - On Saturday, December 18, 2021 at approximately 5:04 p.m., the Boulder County... read more →

Skier dies after collision with tree at Eldora Ski Area

December 7, 2021 60-year-old local resident dies after colliding with tree Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at approximately 10:25 a.m., the... read more →

Rescue in Eldorado State Park, Boulder County, Colorado

December 5, 2021 Climbers assisted of the Redgarden Wall Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, December 4, 2021 at approximately 8:20 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received... read more →

Attempted armed carjacking on Flagstaff

December 4, 2021 Suspects remain at large Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, December 4, 2021, at approximately 6:23 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →

Sheriff’s Office investigating attempted homicide

December 3, 2021 Suspect shot at victim after physical fight Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, December 2, 2021 at approximately 10:26 p.m., the Boulder... read more →

Skier dies following collision at Eldora Ski Area

November 30, 2021 Skier vs. snowboarder crash leads to fatality Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at approximately 11:00 a.m., the Boulder... read more →

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin November 30, 2021 – Clarified

November 29, 2021 Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin November 30, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - These fire restrictions are for unincorporated Boulder County. If you live... read more →

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Effective November 30, 2021

November 29, 2021 Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Begin November 30 Boulder County, Colo. - We are enacting Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, effective at 12:01 a.m., on... read more →

Scrambler rescued from the Fifth Flatiron

November 27, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, November 27, 2021, at approximately 5:19 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's Office received a report from a scrambler stuck near... read more →

Wildland Fire near the 8400 block of Arapahoe Road

November 27, 2021 in Boulder County, Colorado Boulder County, Colo. - On November 27, 2021, at approximately 2:27 p.m., the Boulder County Communication Center received... read more →

Ground Fire in Boulder County, Colorado

November 27, 2021 Ground fire burns hay bales near 119 St./Quicksilver Boulder County, Colo. - On November 27, 2021, at approximately 1:22 a.m., the Boulder... read more →

Road rage shooting leads to arrest and search warrant

November 24, 2021 Victim uninjured and suspect in custody Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at approximately 6:50 a.m., the Boulder County... read more →

Dirtbike Rider Injured in area of Pierson Park

November 23, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, November 22, 2021 at approximately 2:45 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified by Allenspark Fire Department of... read more →

Fire Destroys Barn in south Boulder County

November 14, 2021 - On November 14, 2021 at approximately 5:51 p.m., Boulder County Communications received multiple 911 calls of a barn... read more →

Statement from Sheriff Joe Pelle on the sentencing of two former deputies

November 4, 2021 - Earlier today, Sheriff Joe Pelle was notified that the Boulder County District Court sentenced the two former deputies... read more →

Fire damages home in Paragon Estates

November 4, 2021 Subheading - On Thursday, November 4, 2021 at approximately 4:53 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call... read more →

Fire damages home north of Longmont

November 1, 2021 No injuries and cause appears accidental Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, November 1, 2021 at approximately 4:26 p.m., the Boulder County... read more →

Denverite involved in paraglider accident

October 30, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, October 2021 at approximately 12:29 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a paraglider who had crashed... read more →

Hiker takes 20-foot fall west of Boulder

October 29, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, October 29, 2021, at approximately 1:44 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a 57-year-old female hiker... read more →

Boulder resident evacuated from NCAR water tank area

October 28, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at approximately 6:39 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a 35-year-old hiker suffering... read more →

Apparent suicide at the Boulder County Jail

October 25, 2021 Jail inmate dies of apparent suicide, ongoing investigation with Sheriff's Office detectives and Boulder County Coroner's Office Boulder County, Colo. - At 2:43... read more →

Small grass fire started by a vehicle fire in the 2100 block of Magnolia Rd.

October 23, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On October 23, 2021, at approximately 10:20 a.m., Boulder County Dispatch Center received reports of a vehicle that... read more →

Hiker injured in fall from Bear Canyon Trail

October 23, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, October 23, 2021 at approximately 12:23 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a hiker... read more →

Small grass fire near South Boulder Rd. and Cherryvale Rd, Boulder County, Colorado

October 23, 2021 Small grass fire near the intersection of South Boulder Rd. and Cherryvale Rd. Electrical transformer suspected of starting a small grass... read more →

Small grass fire in Boulder County, Colorado

October 22, 2021 Grass fire near the old Sugarmill outside Longmont, CO Boulder County, Colo. - On October 22, 2021, at approximately 1:00 a.m., Longmont... read more →

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

October 20, 2021 Drop off your unwanted prescription medication on October 23 Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County residents can drop off unwanted prescription medication... read more →

Injured Hiker Rescued from East Ridge Trail

October 17, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, October 17, 2021, at approximately 2:40 pm, the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a... read more →

Hiker rescued on Canyon Loop

October 15, 2021 Hiker falls and injures ankle on Canyon Loop Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, October 15th at approximately 1705 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received... read more →

Hikers stuck on the Regency rock formation

October 13, 2021 - On Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at approximately 2:28 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of two stuck... read more →

Hiker rescued on Mt. Sanitas

October 12, 2021 Hiker falls and injures ankle on Mt. Sanitas - On Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at approximately 3:51 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office... read more →

Hiker rescued west of the Second Flatiron

October 11, 2021 - On Sunday, October 10, 2021 at approximately 4:50 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a... read more →

Injured hiker rescued near Switzerland Trail

October 11, 2021 - On Sunday, October 10, 2021 at approximately 10:05 am., The Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a hiker... read more →

Injured Hiker Rescued Near Nederland

October 7, 2021 Hiker Sustaining Head Injuries Transported by Helicopter Boulder County, Colo - On Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at approximately 5:25 PM, Boulder... read more →

Climber Found Deceased

October 7, 2021 Climber dies in the Rincon climbing area, Eldorado State Park. Boulder County, Colo - On Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at approximately 5:45 p.m.,.... read more →

Injured runner rescued from Bear Peak West Ridge Trail

October 4, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, October 3, 2021 at approximately 09:40 a.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a runner... read more →

Rattlesnake Gulch Hiker Rescued

September 27, 2021 Boulder County, Colo - On Sunday, September 26, 2021 at approximately 12:27 PM Boulder County Communications was notified of a... read more →

Conifer Hill Lost Hiker

September 27, 2021 Rescued Boulder County, Colo - On Sunday, September 26, 2021 at approximately 11:48 AM Boulder County Communications was notified of... read more →

Wildland Fire near NIST in Boulder, CO

September 26, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On September 26, 2021, at approximately 12:35 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received the report of a... read more →

CU student rescued after falling into mine shaft

September 26, 2021 The student was uninjured Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, September 25, 2021 at approximately 11:53 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of... read more →

Structure fire in BoulderCounty, Colorado

September 24, 2021 Structure Fire in Boulder County, Colorado Single story home sustained substantial damage; no injuries Boulder County, Colo. - Shortly before 3:00 p.m. today,... read more →

Paraglider crashes near Wonderland Lake

September 21, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at approximately 12:22 p.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a paraglider who... read more →

Two separate rescues in Boulder County for dehydrated hikers

September 20, 2021 Two hikers assisted following dehydration concerns Boulder County, Colo. -On Saturday, August 18, 2021, at approximately 2:42 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff's Office was notified... read more →

Injured rock climber rescued at Eldorado Canyon State Park

September 10, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, September 10, 2021 at approximately 12:53 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured... read more →

Climber has medical emergency on Boulderado climbing route

September 8, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a climber... read more →

Rescue on the Devils Thumb Trail just west of Nederland in Boulder County Colorado

September 5, 2021 41-year-old male sustained non-life-threatening injury while hiking Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, September 4, 2021, at approximately 7:33 p.m., Boulder County Communications... read more →

Suspect arrested for Attempted First Degree Homicide and related charges

August 30, 2021 30 Year-old suspect arrested on Attempeted First Degree Homicide Charges Boulder County, Colo. -On August 30, 2021, at approximately 9:46 am, the Boulder... read more →

One climber dies and another sustains serious injuries in climbing accident at Eldorado Canyon State Park

August 26, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, August 26, 2021, at approximately 5:41p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call reporting two people... read more →

Volunteer victim advocates needed

August 26, 2021 Deadline to apply is September 10 Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to serve as victim advocates... read more →

Scrambler rescued near the Second Flatiron

August 24, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at approximately 6:35 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a scrambler... read more →

Injured climber rescued on Second Flatiron Trail

August 23, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On August 22, 2021, at approximately 6:08 p.m., the Boulder County Communications received a call for an injured climber... read more →

Hiker assisted out after injuring ankle on the Flatiron Loop Trail west of Boulder

August 21, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, August 21, 2021 at approximately 12:08 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a female hiker with an... read more →

Injured hiker rescued on Lions Lair Trail

August 17, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, August 17, 2021, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Community Academy accepting applications.

August 17, 2021 Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Community Academy accepting applications The community academy is an opportunity to gain a better understanding of what... read more →

Injured Mountain Biker Rescued on Coal Seam Trail

August 16, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, August 16, 2021 at approximately 7:50 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is testing out use of Tesla as a patrol vehicle.

August 16, 2021 Boulder County Sheriff's Office is testing out use of Tesla as a patrol vehicle Fuel cost and maintenance anticipated to be lower... read more →

Multiple rescues in Boulder County

August 14, 2021 Rescuers respond to three rescues Saturday - On Saturday, August 14, 2021, volunteer rescuers spent a good part of of... read more →

Search for lost hiker in Skunk Canyon area

August 13, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, August 12, 2021 at approximately 6:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a... read more →

Two rescues from the South Mesa Trailhead

August 12, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, August 12, 2021, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office K9 Sapper has received donation of body armor

August 10, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County Sheriff’s Office K9 Sapper has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation... read more →

Stage 1 fire restrictions to be rescinded for western Boulder County

August 10, 2021 Increased moisture has decreased fire danger Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, August 10, 2021, at 12:00 p.m., the Stage 1 Fire Restrictions... read more →

Mountain biker rescued from Betasso Preserve

August 9, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, August 8, 2021 at approximately 11:45 a.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a mountain biker... read more →

Operation Unicorn obtains arrest warrants for three suspects

August 5, 2021 Two suspects are in custody, one is still at large Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County Sheriff’s Office detectives recently obtained arrest warrants... read more →

Injured hiker rescued on Walker Ranch Loop Trail

August 4, 2021 33-year-old female sustained non-life-threatening ankle injury while hiking Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at approximately 1:22 p.m., the Boulder... read more →

Lost boy scout located near South Arapahoe Peak in Boulder County, Colorado

July 31, 2021 Boy scout was hiking on the Fourth of July trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, July 30, 2021 at approximately 1:11... read more →

Injured bicyclist at Betasso Preserve Open Space in Boulder County, Colorado

July 31, 2021 Bicyclist sustained non-life threatening injuries in a fall Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, July 30, 2021 at approximately 8:51 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →

Suspect arrested on warrant for Sex Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust

July 29, 2021 Da’Jon Tyrik James, age 27, arrested Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office issued an arrest warrant for Da’Jon Tyrik James,... read more →

Injured hiker rescued on Saddle Rock Trail

July 28, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday July 27, 2021, at approximately 2:40 p.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a hiker who... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office hosting National Night Out events on Tuesday, Aug. 3

July 26, 2021 Free, family-friendly events will take place around the county Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office invites the public to join... read more →

Two rescues at Chautauqua Park

July 23, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, July 23, 2021 at approximately 11:04 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an... read more →

Injured hiker rescued

July 21, 2021 on Eldorado Canyon Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at approximately 4:05 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center... read more →

Juvenile female rescued near Community Ditch Trail

July 20, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday July 20, 2021, at approximately 12:39 p.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a young adult... read more →

Fire Damages Garage and Attic in Boulder County Home

July 19, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On July 18, 2021 at approximately 11:30 p.m., Boulder County Communications was advised of a fire to a... read more →

Plane makes emergency landing after taking off from Longmont Airport

July 18, 2021 Pilot and passenger suffer minor injuries after making emergency landing in field. Boulder County, Colo.-On Sunday July 18, 2021 at approximately 08:40... read more →

Deceased adult male found in the area of Gross Dam Road and Coal Creek Canyon Drive

July 17, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On July 17, 2021, around 10:12 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a 20 to.... read more →

Cyclist injured on the East Boulder Trail in Boulder County, Colorado

July 17, 2021 Cyclist transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries Boulder County, Colo. - On July 16, 2021, the Boulder County Communication... read more →

Suspect strikes Boulder County Open SpacePark Ranger with vehicle charged wtih First Degree Assault

July 16, 2021 Suspect Charged with First Degree Assault after striking Open Space Park Ranger with vehicle Boulder County, Colo. -On July 16, 2021, at approximately... read more →

short pursuit of stolen vehicle

July 16, 2021 Boulder County Deputies involved in Boulder County, Colo. -On July 16, 2021 at approximately 2:10 pm, Boulder County Sheriff’s Deputies located a... read more →

Small grassfire southwest of Berthoud under control

July 11, 2021 No injuries or damage in 3.3-acre grassfire Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, July 11, 2021, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Boulder... read more →

Injured hiker rescued

July 9, 2021 in Boulder County on the First Flatiron Trail Boulder County, Colo. - On Friday, July 9, 2021 at approximately 1:40 p.m., the... read more →

Scrambler falls from the 2nd Flatiron in Boulder County, Colorado

July 8, 2021 Injured scrambler transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at approximately... read more →

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office revised arrest standards in effect July 6

July 6, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - Early in the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office revised the arrest standards for intake... read more →

Rescuers Respond for Possible Water Rescue; Party Located Safely

July 5, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, July 4, 2021 at approximately 6:05 P.M., deputies from the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office, and members... read more →

Hiker Having Medical Issue Rescued on the Allenspark Trail

July 5, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, July 4, 2021 at approximately 9:53 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a... read more →

Three rescues west of Boulder, Colorado

July 3, 2021 All parties involved were uninjured and released from each scene Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday, July 3, 2021, rescuers from Boulder... read more →

Human remains found near the Devils Thumb Trail

July 1, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, July 1, 2021, a volunteer with the Front Range Rescue Dogs organization, who was preparing... read more →

Gas Line leak near Vermillion and 87th Street, Boulder County, Colorado

June 25, 2021 Criminal Mischief believed to be the cause of the leak Boulder County, Colo. - On June 24, 2021, at approximately 6:46 p.m.,... read more →

Boulder County enacts Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

June 24, 2021 The Sheriff's Office has enacted Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for unincorporated areas of western Boulder County, effective at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, June 25. This coincides with fire restrictions being put in place by the United States Forest Service. The fire restrictions are being implemented due to increasing fire danger, lack of moisture, and the forecast for hot temperatures. read more →

Hiker rescued on the Doudy Draw Trail

June 23, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a hiker... read more →

Tubing ban rescinded at noon today for North Saint Vrain and Saint Vrain Creeks

June 21, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Sheriff, Joseph Pelle, has determined that there is no longer an immediate danger from the spring... read more →

Mountain Bicyclist rescued from the Community Ditch Trail.

June 19, 2021 Mountain Bicyclist rescued from the Community Ditch Trail The cyclist was transported with non-life threatening injuries to an area hospital for... read more →

Male party dies on the Chapman Drive Trail

June 16, 2021 Subheader Boulder County, Colo. - On June 16, 2021, at approximately 8:24 a.m. the Boulder County Communications Center received a 911 call... read more →

Injured Horseback Rider Airlifted

June 11, 2021 Injured horse rider rescued at Coulson Gulch Trail - On Friday, June 11, 2021 at approximately 11:12 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center... read more →

Air plane accident at the Cherry Creek Tree Farm near SH287/Isabelle Road

June 10, 2021 Airplane accident at the Cherry Creek Tree Farm near SH287/Isabelle Road Pilot and passenger uninjured in airplane accident - On... read more →

Tubing Ban Enacted for the North Saint Vrain and Saint Vrain Creek

June 8, 2021 Tubing Ban Enacted for North Saint Vrain and Saint Vrain Creek through Town of Lyons Boulder County, Colo. -Sheriff Joe Pelle, in consultation... read more →

St. Vrain Creek Water Rescue

June 8, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at approximately 12:34 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a person stuck on... read more →

Injured Hiker Rescued on Royal Arch Trail

June 6, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, June 6, 2021 at approximately 4:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an... read more →

Injured Dog Rescued on Fern Canyon Trail

June 6, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, June 6, 2021 at approximately 5:15 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an... read more →

Two hikers assisted out after injuring ankles

June 5, 2021 Two hikers assisted out with injured ankles in two separate incidents Boulder County, Colo. -- On Friday, June 4, 2021, the Boulder County Sheriff’s... read more →

Mountain biker seriously injured in fall

June 5, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. -- On Friday, June 4, 2021 at approximately 6:40 a.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call from mountain bikers of an... read more →

Search for overdue party from yesterday cancelled

June 5, 2021 Search for overdue hiker cancelled after he is found safe and not overdue. Boulder County, Colo. -Update to Boulder County Sheriff’s case number... read more →

Search continues on Saturday for overdue and possibly missing 32-year-old hiker.

June 5, 2021 Search for overdue hiker continues on Saturday. Boulder County, Colo. -On Friday, June 4, 2021 at approximately 2:43 p.m., the Boulder County Communications... read more →

Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle Yields Recovery of Stolen Handgun and a Stolen Catalytic Converter

May 31, 2021 Suspects at Large After Boulder County Stolen Vehicle Chase Boulder County, Colo. -On May 31, 2021 at approximately 1:30 a.m, a Boulder... read more →

Stuck Tuber rescued

May 27, 2021 Tuber Rescued and Released to Friends Boulder County, Colo - On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at approximately 17:35, Boulder County Communications... read more →

Climber rescued near Second Flatiron after fall

May 26, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at approximately 8:45 a.m., the Boulder County Communications was notified of a climber who.... read more →

House sustains significant damage in structure fire near Niwot

May 25, 2021 House sustains significant damage in structure near Niwot Boulder County, Colo. - On May 24, 2021, at approximately 8:17 PM, the Boulder County... read more →

Climber rescued from the base of Vampire Rock

May 23, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, May 23rd, 2021 at approximately 4:30 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a climber who had... read more →

House likely a total loss after a structure fire near Boulder

May 19, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. -On May 18, 2021 at approximately 10:27 PM, Boulder County Communications received a 911 report of a vehicle that... read more →

Two Auto Theft Suspects Arrest in Gunbarrel Neighborhood

May 15, 2021 Two Auto Theft Suspects Arrest in Gunbarrel Boulder County, Colo. - On May 15, 2021 at 11:18 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center... read more →

9-1-1 dispatch centers in Boulder County enhance services and emergency notification with Smart911

May 12, 2021 Public safety officials encourage people to sign up for a free service that provides emergency responders with more information in... read more →

Male injured while scrambling on the first flatiron

May 5, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at approximately 12:00 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a person... read more →

Injured Hiker Rescued on Royal Arch Trail

May 1, 2021 - On Saturday, May 1, 2021 at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured hiker... read more →

Scrambler rescued from 2nd Flatiron

April 25, 2021 Climber uninjured after getting stuck on rockface Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, April 25, 2021 at approximately 3:32 p.m., the Boulder... read more →

Boulder Office of Emergency Management releases annual Hazard Mitigation Update Report

April 22, 2021 Boulder County releases annual Hazard Mitigation Update Report The report updates the existing Boulder Hazard Mitigation Plan and satisfies FEMA grant... read more →

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

April 20, 2021 Drop off your unwanted prescription medication on April 24 Boulder County, Colo. - Boulder County residents can drop off unwanted prescription medication at.... read more →

Injured Hiker rescued at Betasso Preserve

April 10, 2021 Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. - On Saturday, April 10, 2021 at approximately 11:30... read more →

Injured worker rescued near County Road 116

April 7, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at approximately 12:00 p.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of an injured... read more →

Emergency warning sirens to be tested beginning Monday, April 5 as part of annual test

April 4, 2021 Emergency warning sirens to be tested beginning Monday, April 5 April begins peak flood risk season; Emergency warning sirens testing scheduled... read more →

Male dies in powered paraglider crash outside of Erie

April 3, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On April 3, 2021, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Boulder County Communication Center received multiple 911 calls regarding... read more →

Climber rescued at Eldorado Canyon State Park

March 31, 2021

Short Pursuit of Stolen Vehicle Leads to Arrest

March 26, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On March 26th, 2021 at approximately 0727 hrs. the Boulder County Communication Center received a call of a vehicle... read more →

Boulder County Deputies Rescue Suicidal Female from Overpass in Superior

March 22, 2021 Adult female saved by deputies threating to jump off overpass Boulder County, Colo. - On March 21, 2021, at approximately 8:49 PM, the Boulder... read more →

Rescue of injured scrambler off First Flatiron

March 20, 2021 Scrambler rescued after falling from First Flatiron Boulder County, Colo - On Saturday March 20th, 2021 at approximately 10:15 AM, Boulder.... read more →

Hiker Rescued from the Area of Brainard Lake

March 8, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, March 7, 2021 at approximately 8:04 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a party who had... read more →

Grass fire extinguished near 75th and Valmont

March 7, 2021 Small grass fire burned approximately 3 acres Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, March 7, 2021 at 11:30 a.m., the Boulder County... read more →

16-year-old skier dies after striking tree at Eldora Mountain Resort

March 1, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - Shortly after 11:00 a.m. this morning, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call about a skier who had... read more →

Male dies after collision with tree at Eldora Mountain Resort

February 28, 2021 26-year-old snowboarder dies after colliding with tree Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, February 28, 2021 at approximately 3:50 p.m., the Boulder... read more →

Structure fire in Boulder County, CO

February 27, 2021 The unoccupied structure was a total loss Boulder County, Colo. - On February 27, 2021, at about 8:37 p.m., first responders were... read more →

Injured skiers at Eldora Mountain Resort in Nederland, CO

February 27, 2021 Injured skiers transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries Boulder County, Colo. - On February 27, 2021, at about 3:44 p.m., the... read more →

24-year-old male rescued at Chautauqua Park

February 24, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at approximately 5:18 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center was notified of a male... read more →

Missing snowshoer found after 8-hour search

February 22, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - Today, Feb. 22, shortly after 9:00 a.m., the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from a concerned family... read more →

Stolen vehicle pursuit in Boulder County, CO

February 19, 2021 Female driver taken into custody after vehicle and foot pursuit north of Longmont, CO Boulder County, Colo. - On February 19, 2021,... read more →

Injured 39 year old male rescued from the Sanitas Valley Trail near Boulder, CO

February 19, 2021 The victim was injured while sledding on Mount Sanitas Boulder County, Colo. - On Thursday, February 18th, 2021, at approximately 5:07 PM, Boulder County... read more →

Female Hiker Rescued from Flagstaff Mountain

February 18, 2021 Female Hiker Rescued - On Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at approximately 7:35 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a party... read more →

The Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to serve as victim advocates

February 16, 2021 Deadline to apply is April 1 Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office is seeking volunteers to serve as victim... read more →

Investigation into the cause and origin of the Calwood Fire is complete

February 10, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office has completed their investigation into the cause of the Calwood Fire. Based on physical... read more →

Update on the search for missing hiker Josh Hall

February 8, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - Search and rescue crews have conducted an extensive search in heavy winter conditions for the 27-year-old missing hiker, Josh... read more →

Hiker Rescued from the Royal Arch Trail

February 8, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, February 7, 2021 at approximately 5:40 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a hiker who... read more →

Missing Hiker Prompted Rescue Action

February 4, 2021 Rescuers searching for missing hiker Boulder County, Colo. - On February 3, 2021 at approximately 6:18 p.m. the Boulder County Communications Center... read more →

Residential fire believed to be intentionally set

February 2, 2021 Suspect arrested on multiple charges, including First Degree Arson Boulder County, Colo. - On February 2, 2021, shortly after midnight, the Boulder County... read more →

Two suspects occupying a stolen vehicle elude law enforcement

January 29, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - Shortly after noon today, a Boulder County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a report of a vehicle parked... read more →

Missing Skier Alert Prompted Rescue Action

January 29, 2021 Rescuers took action to locate missing skier Boulder County, Colo. - On January 28, 2021 at approximately 9:00 p.m. the Boulder County... read more →

County Sheriffs of Colorado scholarship program open to Boulder County students

January 21, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - The County Sheriffs of Colorado, Inc. (CSOC), the state sheriffs’ association, will award a $500 scholarship to a deserving... read more →

Small grass fire contained near Hygiene

January 18, 2021 Quarter-acre fire result of target shooting Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, January 18, 2021 at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Boulder County... read more →

Skier dies after crash at Eldora Mountain Ski Resort

January 14, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - Just before noon today, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call of a male who had sustained serious... read more →

Multiple Vehicle Trespasses and Burglaries in the 2000-3000 Block of N. 75th St

January 13, 2021 - On January 13, 2021, at approximately 12:27 AM, the Boulder County Communications Center received a call from a... read more →

Injured skier rescued west of Nederland

January 10, 2021 Backcountry skier injures knee in area of Anchor Mine Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, January 10, 2021 at approximately 10:30 a.m.,... read more →

Deceased Adult Male Found on Peak to Peak Highway

January 4, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Monday, January 4, 2020, at approximately 12:55 pm, a Boulder County Sheriff’s deputy was dispatched to check... read more →

Female Hiker Rescued From the Royal Arch Trail

January 3, 2021 Boulder County, Colo. - On Sunday, January 3, 2021 at approximately 5:18 p.m. the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a party who... read more →

Injured hiker rescued from the Mesa Trail

January 2, 2021 A 48-year-old man injured his knee after slipping on ice Boulder County, Colo. - On Saturday January 2nd, 2021, at approximately 11:30 AM,... read more →

Two Wildland Fires Extinguished

December 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 rise

December 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 comment

December 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 Child

December 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 County

December 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 Nederland

December 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 Located

December 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 Incident

November 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 Flatiron

November 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 Peak

November 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 Trail

November 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 Space

November 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 Vehicle

November 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 public

November 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 Trail

November 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 area

November 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 flatiron

November 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 Westminster

November 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 County

November 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 Flatiron

November 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 Sanitas

November 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 scrambling

October 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 services

October 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 Trail

October 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 Trail

October 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 wildfires

October 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 Flatiron

October 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 Flatiron

October 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 Boulder

October 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 Trust

October 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 Canyon

October 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 Trail

October 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 force

October 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 Trail

October 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 County

October 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 Trail

October 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 Flatiron

October 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 accord

October 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 Damage

October 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 Park

September 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 Highway

September 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 Trail

September 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 Park

September 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 Fire

September 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 agencies

September 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 Trail

September 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 Park

September 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 Glacier

September 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 Fire

September 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 Death

September 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, Colorado

September 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 →

Hiker evacuated after injuring ankle at Chautauqua Park

August 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 Sanitas

August 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 Canyon

August 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, Colorado

August 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 Road

August 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 Trail

August 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, Colorado

August 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 vandalized

August 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 Trail

August 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 Lake

August 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 Road

August 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, Colorado

August 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 fires

August 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 Sanitas

August 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 property

August 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 Peak

August 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 Road

August 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 Lake

August 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 Falls

August 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 overnight

August 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 Nederland

August 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 County

August 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 Campground

July 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 Trail

July 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 Trail

July 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 accident

July 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 County

July 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 Drive

July 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 Rd

July 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 partner

July 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 Mountain

July 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 Reservoir

July 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 feet

July 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 Trail

July 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 Lake

July 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 Lake

July 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 Flagstaff

July 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, Colorado

July 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 danger

July 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 danger

July 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 Way

July 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 Campground

June 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 Murder

June 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 Canyon

June 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 Trail

June 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 storm

June 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 Peak

June 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 fireworks

June 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 Rescue

June 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 outdoors

June 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 Mountain

June 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 County

June 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 Trail

June 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 head

June 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 Trail

June 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. Neva

June 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 Trail

June 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 sought

June 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 Mountain

June 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 Creek

June 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 exhaustion

June 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, Colorado

June 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 County

June 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 Park

June 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 members

June 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 accident

May 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 problems

May 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 solved

May 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 pile

May 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 Trail

May 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 Trail

May 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 Lake

May 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 Canyon

May 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 crevice

May 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 Flagstaff

May 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 rescued

May 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 Hospital

April 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 31

April 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 Trail

April 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, Colorado

April 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 Lake

April 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 hiker

April 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 Boulder

April 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 Restrictions

April 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 County

April 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 6

April 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 Trail

March 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 investigation

March 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 Park

March 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 Mountain

March 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 Trail

March 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) pandemic

March 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 crash

March 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 Facilitators

March 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 Lake

March 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 Flagstaff

March 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 area

March 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 Resort

March 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 Trail

February 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 County

February 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 School

February 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 Fire

February 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 Aisner

February 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 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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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