The El Paso County Jail, located at 2739 E Las Vegas Street, is at a critical point in managing the inmate population as it reached record highs today with a jail population of 1,717 and a total inmate population of 1,880.  The last record for Daily Inmate Population was set in August of 2018,

Sheriff’s Office Announces Graduation Ceremony for 18-2 Detentions Academy

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is investigating reports of a criminal trespass auto that occurred overnight between January 29-30, 2019 at the 700 block of Pennington Dr.  The victim’s purse containing credit/debit cards, house keys and approximately $4500 in cash was stolen from an unlock

On Saturday, January 26, 2019, deputies with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Rural Enforcement and Outreach Unit (REO) Unit responded to an address in the 13400 block Paint Mine Road in reference to an animal neglect case involving two emaciated horses on the property.  A veterinarian was c

The Sheriff's Office has received intelligence of a “phishing” scam that is going around using the email address of the Sheriff’s Office Crime Prevention Coordinator.  The email message states that a contract is in the process of being terminated with an invoice attached for the recipient to re

Update on Officer Involved Shooting on Verde Drive

On Friday, January 18, 2019, at approximately 2:58 PM, the Sheriff's Office Dispatch Center received a call regarding a shooting in the 4300 block of Lashelle Avenue.  When deputies arrived on scene they found a deceased male.

On Friday, January 18, 2019, at approximately 2:58 PM, the Sheriff's Office Dispatch Center received a call regarding a shooting in the 4300 block of Lashelle Avenue.  When deputies arrived on scene they found a deceased male.

In February of 2018, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Financial Crimes Unit began an investigation regarding a  Nigerian Romance Scam.  The investigation revealed the suspect came to the United States in early 2017, on a student visa and immediately started his scam.

On Saturday, January 12, 2019, at approximately 4:50 AM, officers with the Colorado Springs Police Department(CSPD) contacted a suspicious male party in a stolen vehicle parked in the parking lot of Elevate Apartments, located in the 400 block of Crestone Lane.   During the contact, the male pa

Sheriff Elder is pleased to announce on Saturday, January 12, 2018, the Criminal Justice Center was awarded the American Correctional Association (ACA) Accreditation, at their conference in New Orleans, LA.

On Saturday, January 12, 2019, at approximately 4:50 AM, Officers with the Colorado Springs Police Department(CSPD) contacted a suspicious male party in a stolen vehicle parked in the parking lot of Elevate Apartments, located in the 400 block of Crestone Lane.   During the contact, the male pa

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office (EPSO) and the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) will be accepting applications for the Spanish Citizens’ Academy starting January 7, 2019.

Sheriff’s Office Seeks the Community’s Assistance in Identifying Burglary Suspects
 

In December an investigation began regarding child pornography.  As a result of this investigation, law enforcement has arrested Patrick McMahon, DOB: 2/23/90.

Everyone is invited to attend the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Oath of Office Ceremony. The ceremony will be held on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, at 9:30 AM, at New Life Church, located at 11025 Voyager Parkway.
 

Mental Health issues affect every aspect of law enforcement from encounters on the street through to incarceration.  Since being elected in 2015, Sheriff Bill Elder has committed to ensuring our workforce is well trained and ready to respond to the mental health needs of our community.

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Knox will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K-9 Knox’s vest is sponsored by Paula Rayer of Peyton, CO in memory of her mother, Lynn D.

On January 2, 2019, at approximately 1:06 AM, deputies were dispatched to the Maverick station in the 2400 block of Peterson Road in regard to an armed robbery which had just occurred. 

The El Paso County Wildland Fire Management Team in conjunction with El Paso County Parks will be conducting pile burning in the northern end of the El Paso County today.  The team will resume their mitigation efforts in the Black Forest and Fox Run Regional Park areas.

As we welcome in the new year, fireworks are traditionally a significant part of our celebrations.

On Wednesday, December 26, 2018, at approximately 10:04 PM, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office received a silent hold-up alarm from the 7 Eleven located in the 1400 Block of B St.  in unincorporated El Paso County. Two suspects entered the store wearing bandanas and hoodies.

In accordance with Colorado law, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is notifying the community that Mark William Shaddock has moved to an address in the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office jurisdiction.  Shaddock is a sex offender whose past behavior has led him to be labeled a “Sexually Violent P

Victim in Springs Mobile Home Structure Fire Identified

Remains Recovered in El Paso County Identified as Missing Hiker Kevin Rudnicki

Male Found Deceased in Springs Mobile Home Structure Fire

On December 12, 2018, at approximately 9:42 am, deputies were dispatched to a remote area near Balanced Rock Road and Forest Service Road 322, in reference to a suspicious incident. 

On December 5, 2018, at approximately 1:45 PM, deputies were dispatched to the Walmart located at 11550 Meridian Market View, in unincorporated El Paso County for a report of a stranger Kidnapping and Sexual Assault.

On December 5, 2018, at approximately 1:45 PM, deputies were dispatched to the Walmart located at 11550 Meridian Market View, in unincorporated El Paso County for a report of a stranger Kidnapping and Sexual Assault.

On Wednesday, December 5, 2018, at approximately 1:45 PM, the Sheriff’s Office received information from Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) that suspect Johnathan Samuel Young, DOB: 080662, had removed his child out of a hospital in Texas against medical advice.