Sheriff Spurlock’s Statement to Tri-County Health’s “Stay at Home” Public Health Order
Yesterday, Governor Polis issued a “Stay at Home” public health order. You can view the order by clicking here. This afternoon, Tri-County Health rescinded their “Stay at Home” public health order. This means, that Douglas County residents are only governed under the one order, the Governor’s order. This order is lawful and Sheriff Spurlock is […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Operations
This afternoon, the President of the United States of America declared a National Emergency due to the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). We understand this may be frightening for many people and we want to ensure our citizens that the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will remain open and operational at the fullest extent possible. […]
County Sheriffs of Colorado Mourn the loss of Lobbyist Peg Ackerman
The County Sheriffs of Colorado are deeply saddened by Peg Ackerman’s loss in her brave battle against cancer on Friday, November 15, 2019. Peg was a champion advocate for CSOC. She spent over 30 years as CSOC’s lobbyist and was considered a force to be reckoned with at the Capitol for her in-depth knowledge and […]
Douglas County Government offices opening on a 2-hour delay, Oct. 30
Due to inclement weather and road conditions, Douglas County Government offices will be operating on a 2-hour delayed start on Wednesday, Oct. 30. This delay also applies to the Douglas County Elections Office in Castle Rock, as well as all Voter Service and Polling Center (VSPC) locations countywide. Voters are reminded to visit DouglasVotes.com for […]
Douglas County Government Offices closing at 2 p.m., April 10 due to forecasted severe weather
Douglas County Government Offices and Douglas County Courts will close at 2 p.m. today, Wednesday, April 10, due to the forecasted severe weather. For additional office closures please visit www.douglas.co.us facebook.com/Douglas.co.us/ and twitter.com/douglascountyco For Douglas County School District Closure information please visit www.dcsdk12.org/ A safety assessment will be made on or before 5:30 a.m. Thursday, April 11 to determine if […]
Douglas County Coroner’s Office Legally Identifies Individual Involved in November 27 Officer Involved Shooting
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – Last night, the Douglas County Coroner’s Office legally identified the body of the deceased individual from yesterday’s officer involved shooting, which occurred at Dry Creek Rd. and I-25, as 19-year-old, Nicholas Ryan of Aurora, Colorado. The criminal investigation is still active and on-going. No additional information with regards to the […]
Update on Officer Involved Shooting on 8/31/18
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – On August 31, 2018, at approximately 4:41 p.m., two deputies initiated a traffic stop after a vehicle made an unsafe turn right in front of them on Highway 85 just North of Delva Way. The vehicle was occupied by four people, two adult females and two adult males. Upon identifying […]
Sheriff Spurlock Promotes a Deputy Chief and Captain Assigned to Highlands Ranch
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – Last week, Lieutenant Troy McCarty was promoted to Captain and will be assigned specifically to serve the Highlands Ranch community. He will be stationed at the Highlands Ranch Substation providing the approximately 100,000 citizens in Highlands Ranch direct access to leadership which hasn’t previously been available. McCarty graduated from Metropolitan State […]
Fire Restrictions Lifted for Unincorporated Douglas County
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – Effective immediately, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is lifting all fire restrictions for all areas of unincorporated Douglas County. Recent rainfall and cooler temperatures have reduced the danger of wildfire; however, people are encouraged to be vigilant as the danger of fire is always present. Citizens should be reminded to […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office K9’s Rudy & Mako to get Donation of Body Armors
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – Douglas County Sheriff’s Office K9’s Rudy & Mako will receive bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9’s Rudy & Mako’s vests will be embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of K9 Ty, California City Police Department”. Delivery is […]
Carjacking Suspect Shot Near Devil’s Head Campground
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – At approximately 2:09 p.m., on July 2nd, 2018, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a carjacking that had taken place in El Paso County. The suspect, a 29-year-old male, drove the stolen vehicle into the Pike National Forest shooting at passing vehicles. He ultimately stopped the vehicle at […]
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for Unincorporated Douglas County
By order of Sheriff Tony Spurlock, Stage 1 fire restrictions are now in place. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Prohibited Activities: Open burning of any kind. Use of Fireworks Allowable Activities: Fires within liquid-fueled or gas-fueled stoves, fireplaces within buildings, […]
ALERT – Decker’s Area Residents down phone lines
CenturyLink is reporting a complete phone outage in Deckers for an unknown amount of time. If you have an emergency and cannot get through to us via cell phone or text to 9-1-1, a Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Deputy and dispatcher are available at the Decker’s store to assist you.
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in Place for Unincorporated Douglas County
By Order of Sheriff Tony Spurlock Stage 1 fire restrictions, are now in place. Ordinance No. O-012-004, restricting open fires, open burning and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County. General Guidance on Stage 1 restrictions follows below: Prohibited Activities: Open burning of any kind. Use of fireworks. Allowable Activities: Fires within liquid-fueled or […]
Additional Charges Filed on Suspect Arrested in Weatherly Homicide
On Friday, February 9, 2018, the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office filed additional charges on the suspect in custody for his connection to the Weatherly homicide which occurred on September 30, 2017. Shelby Weatherly’s body was located along the side of the road in the area of SB I-25 and the Greenland Exit, South of […]