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(Douglas County, CO) The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of an inmate at the Douglas County Detention Center. At approximately 5:05 p.m. on May 23rd, 2024, a deputy delivered dinner to the inmate’s cell and noticed him ..........

Message to all those criminals who keep stealing cars and think they will get away with it in Douglas County: You won’t! Your activities have not gone unnoticed. We will just keep identifying you, tracking you, and, of course, arresting ..........

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is excited to announce the launch of our brand-new recruiting website! Designed with you in mind, our updated platform makes navigating the hiring process easier ..........

Douglas County, Colorado – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office solemnly commemorated National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the brave souls who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. These courageous individuals exemplified valor, dedication, and selflessness in their service ..........

This is a great example of our community taking part in public safety. A resident called in to say they saw someone “slumped over at the wheel” and were concerned for their welfare. When #DCSO deputies arrived at the parking ..........

This is a true sign of the goodness in our community. At the end of April, Jake, a local middle school student, had his bicycle stolen from the school’s property. His parents reported the theft but did not know who ..........

Are you ready to wrangle calls, coordinate chaos, and keep the peace with a smile? Yes? Then we need you. We are on the lookout for a dynamic Dispatch Supervisor to join our wild and wonderful team. We need a ..........

( Douglas County, CO) This week (National Correctional Officers Week), we shine a spotlight on one of the vital units within our Detentions Division: the Special Operations and Response Team (SORT). SORT is a specialized unit that works full time ..........

It is National Correctional Officer’s Week, and we would like to highlight the work of our detention deputies, specialists, staff, and volunteers. Take a look at what happens while the rest of the world sleeps.  

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(Highlands Ranch, CO) The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest in connection with the Friday evening kidnapping in Highlands Ranch. 42-year-old Thomas Pratt was apprehended earlier today and is currently being booked for his involvement in the crimes. ..........

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Remembering Michael Brian Duffy: A Father, Brother, and Loyal Douglas County Civil Servant Denver, Colorado – April 30, 2024: Michael Duffy, known for his unwavering love for his family and his dedication to service as a Sergeant ..........

Did you know? The Colorado Victim Rights Act was passed in 1992. This constitutional amendment provides crime victims with specific rights. Its purpose is to help ensure that the justice system provides victims with rights that are pursued and enforced ..........

Almost three years in the making, finally some closure for our Office. Yesterday, April 23, 2024, Jorge Armando Guzman, age 42, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for shooting at a #DCSO deputy during a pursuit that occurred on ..........

On Saturday, April 20th, deputies, while patrolling the RTD lot on Station Way, located a motorcycle with no visible license plates; when they tried to contact the owner, he ran from them. It was a short run. The owner had ..........

Drop off your unused, unwanted, and expired medication this Saturday, April 27th, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Highlands Ranch Substation located at 9250 Zotos Drive. Medicine take-back options are the best way to safely dispose of unused or ..........

It has come to our attention that someone is calling family members of inmates in our jail, claiming to be a captain or lieutenant from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, asking for bond money to be wired to them. This ..........

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