On October 24, 2017, a 72-year-old male in custody at the El Paso County Jail was found unresponsive in his cell at approximately 0500 hours.  Lifesaving efforts were conducted both by in- house personnel and medical first responders.  They were unable to resuscitate the male and he was pronoun

Update - Sheriff's Office Looking for Vehicular Eluding Suspect 

On October 20, 2017, at approximately 12:38 am, deputies were on a patrol check in the Fox Run Regional Park, located at 2110 Stella Dr.  Deputies attempted to contact a male and female in a blue Ford Explorer who were in the park after hours.

On October 12, 2017, at approximately 11:30 PM, three suspects exited out of an employee only door at the King Soopers located at 7915 Constitution Avenue in Colorado Springs, CO.  The suspects took three shopping carts full of merchandise without paying, totaling almost $1,600.
 

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office is proud to announce we have gone live with a new Law Enforcement Records Management System (LERMS) at 6:00 AM this morning.

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office is asking for assistance in locating Jason Todd Alpin, DOB: 10/25/79.

Alpin has been involved in multiple crimes throughout El Paso County and has outstanding warrants for the following:

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Unit is seeking motivated individuals to join the ranks of this highly dedicated all-volunteer Unit.  Reserve Deputies are certified peace officers and provide vital support to the Sheriff’s Office by working in Patrol, Detentions, and special events

Sheriff's Office Files Charges Against Daniel Nations

On Thursday, September 28, 2017, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office filed the following charges against Daniel J. Nations, DOB: 10/08/85:

Felony Menacing
Reckless Endangerment

At approximately 3:00 PM, September 25th, 2017, the Woodland Park Police Department stopped a red Chevrolet Prizm bearing expired Indiana license plates.  This vehicle was identified in several tips by the public regarding menacing complaints in the Mount Herman area, as well as the Town of Mon

On September 19, 2017, at approximately 2:44 AM, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office attempted a traffic stop on a pick-up truck in the Security/ Widefield area. The truck failed to yield to deputies and a short pursuit was initiated. That pursuit was terminated due to high speeds.

The Sheriff's Office is aggressively investigating the homicide of Timothy Watkins.  To date we have received over 150 messages.  We will be following up on every tip that comes in, whether through our Dispatch Center, Tip Line or through our external website. 

Update on Mount Herman Road Homicide

On Saturday, September 16, 2017, at approximately 5:00 PM, deputies responded to the base of Mount Herman Road in reference to a missing person. Palmer Lake Police had taken a case for the missing person earlier in the day.

The Sheriff's Office has received intelligence of another scam.

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Timothy DeHerrera, DOB: 5/24/58. He was last heard from this morning when he walked away from an assisted living facility in the area of Main and Security. 

On Tuesday, September 12, 2017, a Press Conference will be held at 1:00 PM, at the Office of the Sheriff, located at 27 E. Vermijo Avenue, to highlight the efforts of law enforcement this past weekend during Operation Pikes Peak Round-Up.

On September 5, 2017, at approximately 2:00 AM, deputies were dispatched to the 3900 block of Shining Star Drive in reference to a shooting.  When deputies arrived on scene, they found a deceased male.

On September 5, 2017, at approximately 2:00 AM, deputies were dispatched to the 3900 block of Shining Star Drive in reference to a shooting.  When deputies arrived on scene, they found a deceased male.

Detectives arrived and have just completed processing the crime scene.

On August 3, 2017, at approximately 2:08 PM, a male suspect broke into a vehicle at Fox Run Regional Park in El Paso County.  The suspect entered the vehicle by breaking out the rear driver’s side window.  The victim’s purse including several credit cards and ID’s were taken.

On Thursday, August 10, 2017, Selma Oliva Halls was released from the Criminal Justice Center Jail, by a judge on the condition she enter an in-patient rehab facility.  The court order stipulated she was only to be released to an individual by the name of John Bough.  Selma was released to Mr.

On Thursday, August 31, 2017, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office was notified that former Deputy Donald Fair was arrested.   Mr.

On Friday, August 25, 2017, at approximately 3:52 AM, the Sheriff's Office responded to the 4400 block of Bramble Drive in reference to an accidental shooting.  Deputies responded and learned a three year old female had been shot in the foot.   The child was transported to a local hospital wher

The El Paso County Jail, located at 2739 E Las Vegas St., is at a critical point in managing the inmate population as it reached record highs today of 1,791.  “The only jail in El Paso County is bursting at the seams,” says Sheriff Bill Elder of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.  The last re

On Wednesday, December 14, 2016, the Sheriff’s Office responded to a call regarding a possible sexual assault on a child.  The information surrounding the allegation was initially provided to a deputy, who in turn involved detectives from our Investigations Division, Special Victims Unit.

Tonight at 6:00 PM, the Sheriff's Office will hold a 17-1 Basic Law Enforcement Academy Graduation at Village Seven Presbyterian Church located at 4040 Nonchalant Circle South.

On Monday, August 14, 2017, at approximately 11:36 PM, the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) responded to the Walmart at 3201 East Platte Avenue regarding a shoplifting complaint.  The suspect ran from police to the 3200 block of East Bijou Street where he brandished a firearm at office

On Monday, August 14, 2017, at approximately 11:36 PM, the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) received a call for service regarding a shoplifter at the Walmart on Platte Avenue in Colorado Springs.  The responding officer encountered the suspect and a foot pursuit ensued. 

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the Fall Citizens’ Academy.

Sheriff's Office Experiences First Saved Life with Use of Narcan

On Thursday, August 3, 2017, at approximately 10:54 PM, deputies were dispatched to the 6500 block of Roundup Butte Street in reference to a Suicidal Check the Welfare call.

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Rehab Unit is seeking motivated individuals to join the ranks of this highly dedicated all-volunteer team.