Driver Sentenced to Maximum Penalty for Hitting and Killing 13-Year-Old Alex Mackiewicz
(Douglas County, CO) On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 53-year-old Ruben Morones was sentenced to one year in jail and a $1000 fine after pleading guilty to careless driving resulting in death in the crash that killed 13-year-old Alexander Mackiewicz in Highlands Ranch on March 6th, 2024. The Douglas County Traffic Team conducted the investigation and […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Law Enforcement Officers Investigate Incident Involving Dog’s Accidental Ingestion of Rodent Control Tablets
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Castle Pines, CO – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and Douglas County Animal Law Enforcement Officers are investigating a recent incident in which a dog ingested rodent poison while walking through the Tapestry Hills neighborhood in Castle Pines. Initial findings suggest that this appears to be accidental and caused by wildlife dispersing […]
DCSO Seeks Help in Hit-and-Run Investigation
(Highlands Ranch, CO) On December 29th, a vehicle left the scene of a serious rollover crash near Kendrick Castillo Way and Plaza Drive. We need your help identifying the suspect vehicle, described as: • 2015–2016 Dodge Durango • Red or maroon • Silver wheels • Front-end damage, possibly missing parts of the front bumper • […]
Douglas County Couple Nearly Lost Tens of Thousands of Dollars to Scammers
(Douglas County, CO) On this Cyber Monday, many of us will be spending more time shopping online—but so are scammers. Ray, a Douglas County resident and pastor, knows firsthand how convincing these scams can be. His wife got a pop-up message on their computer that instructed them to call a phone number. They were told […]
Dispatcher Meets Family of Toddler She Helped Save
(Douglas County, CO) As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, we would like to share a story with you. Dispatcher Missy Piche recently received a #DCSO Life Saving Award for helping a 3-month-old baby’s parents while he was experiencing a cardiac emergency last year. Missy was able to meet Jet and his parents and […]
Guns and Drugs Seized in Major Bust
(Douglas County, CO) Guns and Drugs Seized in Major Bust A two-month long narcotics investigation conducted by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) IMPACT team has led to a major bust, seizing significant quantities of dangerous drugs and firearms. A 42-year-old white male from Parker was taken into custody without incident. The operation highlights the […]
Sheriff Weekly Announces Support for Public Safety Initiatives
(Douglas County, CO) – Douglas County Sheriff Darren Weekly joined five major statewide public safety organizations, and current and former law enforcement leaders, to announce their support for ballot initiatives – “Truth In Sentencing” and “Back The Blue” – that will help reduce Colorado’s high crime rate and make the state safer. The two public […]
Arrests Made in Cougar Run Elementary Vehicle Trespass and Theft
(Douglas County, CO) Detectives from the Douglas County IMPACT team have identified and arrested the suspects allegedly involved in a vehicle trespass and theft outside of Cougar Run Elementary School in Highlands Ranch on August 27th. The suspects were located and taken into custody on September 3rd at a hotel in the 7600 block of […]
Burglary Suspect Rams Patrol Vehicle, Fires Shots at Deputies During Pursuit
(Douglas County, Colorado) At 2:38 this morning, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call of a burglary in progress at a salvage yard in the 8300 block of Blakeland Drive in Littleton. Deputies set up a perimeter. The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Brenton Zeiler, of Aurora, allegedly rammed a deputy’s patrol car in […]
Suspect in Highlands Ranch Burglary Attempt Rams Patrol Car, Arrested After Pursuit
(Douglas County, CO) This past Saturday, just after 8:00 p.m., #DCSO deputies responded to a report of a burglary at a house on Foxhill Place in Highlands Ranch. The neighbors reported seeing the suspect on the property trying to get into the home. Deputies searched the house and the area but did not locate the suspect. […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Tackles Motor Vehicle Theft Crime Spree: Two-month operation leads to 11 arrests and 17 recovered stolen vehicles
Douglas County, CO – August 27, 2024 – The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is actively responding to a significant increase in auto thefts and garage burglaries across Douglas County. With a concerning total of 33 auto thefts reported in July, deputies have been working tirelessly to combat this rise in criminal activity. In one case, […]
DCSO SRO Reunites with PGA Golfer Wyndham Clark
(Douglas County, CO) The BMW Championship is officially underway at Castle Pines Golf Club. It is a special homecoming for one of the top players on the tour right now. Wyndham Clark grew up in Douglas County and attended Valor High School. His school resource officer, Corporal Mike Adams was selected to walk with Clark […]
Sheriff Weekly Reduces Fire Restrictions from Stage 2 to Stage 1
(Douglas County, CO) After consulting with the Douglas County Office of Emergency Management, Sheriff Weekly has reduced fire restrictions to Stage 1, effective August 9, 2024 until further notice. Stage 1 means NO open burning and NO fireworks (to include the use of model rockets). Professional fireworks shows are allowed. Violation of these fire restrictions […]
Community Alert: Protect Yourself from Garage Burglaries & Vehicle Thefts
(Douglas County, CO) We’ve seen a recent increase in garage burglaries and vehicle thefts across Douglas County. The majority of these incidents involve open garages, unlocked vehicles, and keys left inside the cars. Thieves are checking door handles to find easy steals. Don’t make it easy for them! We’re urging all residents to take a […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Partners with Colorado Avid Cyclist for Bike Safety
(Douglas County, CO) We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with Gary Robinson from Colorado Avid Cyclist. Gary is a true inspiration, having survived a crash that nearly took his life. Together, we aim to make our roads safer for both cyclists and motorists, reducing tension, and fostering mutual respect. Our first event is […]