Sheriff Spurlock Enacts Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
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, […]
Sheriff’s Office Identifies Three Juveniles involved in Burglary and Vandalism
In February, we sent out a plea asking for the public’s help in identifying those responsible for a series of burglaries and vandalism in the area of Fox Hill Court and Morning Run Court in Franktown. With the help of the Patrol Division, Impact Unit, and Pattern Crimes Unit (PCU), detectives were able to identify […]
Sheriff Spurlock wants you to view this IMPORTANT SCAM WARNING!
SCAM WARNING! Please be aware that scammers are fraudulently using the names of Douglas County Sheriff’s Office command staff and deputies. These sheriff’s office members are public figures, their names are public record, and they are on our website. The DCSO will NEVER ask you to pay bond/bail, a fine for missing jury service, a […]
Franktown Man Arrested for Attempted Murder
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – A Franktown man has been arrested for an incident that occurred on March 28, 2022, at the Stagecoach Bar in Franktown, CO. Shortly before midnight on March 28th, deputies were called to the Stagecoach Bar, located at 2077 N Hwy 83 in Frankton, CO, on the report of shots being […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responds to local high school on call of a gun in the parking lot
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – On March 10, 2022, at around 9:22 am, dispatch received a call stating that there was a male in the parking lot of Rock Canyon High School, possibly armed with what appeared to be a rifle. The caller also stated they believed they heard 3-4 popping sounds. Rock Canyon High […]
Sheriff Spurlock Launches New Hiring Website
Sheriff Spurlock is pleased to announce the launch of the Office’s new hiring/recruitment website. The website, www.joindcso.com, was created to assist those looking for a career with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. The site details all open positions as well as a step-by-step look into the application process. The pay structure for commissioned and […]
Double Homicide Suspect Still at Large
We need the public’s help locating Double Homicide suspect, Casey Michael Devol, age 29. He is described as a white male, 5’10”, 235lbs. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking information on locating this suspect in relation to a double homicide that occurred on the 2100 block of Russellville Rd in the Franktown area […]
Sheriff Spurlock Suspends Fire Restrictions for Douglas County
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – As of February 4, 2022, Sheriff Spurlock has suspended fire restrictions for Douglas County. Even without restrictions, citizens are still encouraged to be cautious and mindful when conducting outside activities that may involve a fire and/or a spark.
Douglas County Government Offices on a two-hour delayed opening Wednesday, Feb. 2
With safety as our top priority, due to severe winter weather, all Douglas County government offices are on a two-hour delayed schedule on Wednesday, Feb. 2. Many County services remain available 24/7 online at DoitOnlineDouglas.com. Information on closures or delays for other government entities, not associated with Douglas County Government, please click the appropriate link below: Douglas […]
Two Adults found Dead Inside House in Unincorporated Douglas County
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – On January 21, 2022, at around 2:00 am, deputies were called to a house on the 7000 block of Lionshead Parkway in the Wildcat Ridge subdivision, located in unincorporated Douglas County, on the report that there were two deceased people discovered inside. When deputies arrived, they found the bodies of […]
How can the Sheriff’s Office help you?
In order to streamline the process when a citizen calls the Sheriff Office, we have developed a new system to route the caller to the intended area more efficiently. As calls from citizens have increased, it was determined that we needed a better method to assist the citizens more effectively. Starting immediately, when someone calls […]
Aurora Man Arrested for Carjacking in Douglas County
NARRATIVE: DOUGLAS COUNTY, CO – An Aurora man was taken into custody yesterday in connection with a reported “carjacking” that occurred on December 28, 2021, in unincorporated Douglas County. The victim had listed his car for sale on Facebook Marketplace. A person contacted him through the site, inquiring about purchasing the vehicle. They agreed […]