Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Issues Warning About Leaving Valuables in Your Vehicles
(Douglas County, CO) It’s that time of year where people are hitting the trails and great outdoors..and so are thieves. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to exercise caution and take preventive measures after two recent incidents involving vehicle break-ins. #DCSO detectives believe the two cases are connected. The thieves used stolen credit […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Detectives Conduct Sting Operation to Catch Gold Scam Artists
(Douglas County, Colorado) The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a fraud alert to protect our residents from falling victim to the latest “Gold Bar Scam”. In the past three months, we have received reports of residents being instructed to purchase gold bars and then hand-deliver them to suspects. On May 23rd, 2024, Douglas County […]
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has equipped each patrol car with this headrest trauma kit.
This is a perfect example of our commitment to public safety and dedication to preparing for any situation. Why Trauma Kits? Law enforcement officers are often the first on the scene of accidents, violent incidents, and other emergencies where injuries occur. These situations can range from car crashes to gunshot wounds and other forms of […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Inmate Death
(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 unconscious and not breathing. Deputies and medical personnel immediately started lifesaving efforts. Castle Rock Fire […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Sending a Message to Car Thieves
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 you. Last night, DCSO deputies did an awesome job spotting this stolen vehicle. The driver […]
Join the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office – Explore Our New Recruiting Website!
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 and more intuitive than ever before. Why Join Us? Community Impact: Be a part of […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Honors Fallen Officers on National Peace Officers Memorial Day
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 to the community. We were honored to have the Pollack family, as well as the […]
Observant Resident Looking Out for the Safety of the Community
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 lot of a Highlands Ranch park, they saw a person sitting in the driver’s seat […]
Douglas County Teen Gets Broken Bike Fixed After It Was Stolen
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 had taken it and thought it was gone forever. #DCSO Deputy Sandifer, the SRO for […]
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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 cool-headed commander of communication to be part of the #DCSO family. Could that be you? […]
Feature: DCSO Special Operations and Response Team
( 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 in the #DCSO jail. They are responsible for cell extractions, high risk transports, civil unrest, […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Highlights the Detention Division
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.
Arrest Made in Connection with Kidnapping and Related Charges
(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. Pratt is facing serious charges, including first-degree kidnapping, felony menacing, first-degree criminal trespass as well […]