Douglas County Deputies Arrest Grinch
No Holiday Spirit for this Grinch! Early this morning, #DCSO deputies were called to Cactus Flower Way and Mountain Sage Drive in Highlands Ranch on the report of an adult male wearing a dark jacket and tan pants trying the door handles of cars on the street. A deputy spotted the male walking down the […]
Former Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Employee Arrested on Sexual Misconduct Charges
On October 20, 2024, DCSO Detectives received information that a female civilian assigned to the Detention Division as a Crew Leader may have been involved in an inappropriate relationship with an inmate. An investigation was conducted, and there was probable cause to believe a crime had been committed by the civilian employee. The female civilian, […]
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Closed Due to Inclement Weather 11/8/2024
Due to inclement weather, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office will be closed today, Friday, Nov. 8. Dispatchers, patrol, and detention deputies will be on duty 24/7. If you need assistance, call our non-emergency number at 303-660-7500 or 9-1-1 in an emergency. Check www.dcsheriff.net for further updates.
Sheriff Darren Weekly Needs Your Help
We need your help! In partnership with the Community Safety Volunteer Association of Douglas County and Highlands Ranch Walmart, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is sponsoring this year’s “Shop with a Cop” on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Every year, our deputies reach out to families in our community during the holiday season and discover that […]
Sophisticated Burglary Ring Targeting Douglas County Homes of Asian Business Owners
A sophisticated group of burglars has been targeting the homes of Asian business owners who live in Douglas County. The burglars strike while the victims are at work, often outside of the county in the Denver Metro area. The suspects employ sophisticated tactics to track their victim’s activity before the burglary by following them from […]
Sheriff Weekly Moves to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in Douglas County
Sheriff Weekly has ordered Fire Restrictions in Douglas County to be moved to Stage 1, effective 10/31/2024. Stage 1 means NO open burning and no fireworks (including the use of model rockets). Violation of these fire restrictions is a Class-2 Petty Offense, punishable by up to a $1000.00 fine and a $10.00 surcharge. Allowable Activities […]
Migrants from India involved in gold bar scam sentenced to prison
Today, Punit Punit, 30, and Anil Dhiman, 35, were each sentenced to 6 years in prison for stealing more than $200,000 from a woman in Castle Pines through an elaborate scam. “I am very proud of our detectives, who dedicated countless hours to identifying and apprehending these suspects,” Sheriff Darren Weekly said. “We are pleased […]
Sheriff Weekly Creates Detentions Demographics Dashboard
Sheriff Weekly promotes transparency throughout his agency and has created a dashboard with information about inmates housed in the Douglas County Detention Center. Sheriff Darren Weekly said, “As your Sheriff, I believe that transparency and open communication are essential to maintaining trust between the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and the community we serve. It’s important […]
Sheriff’s Office Detectives Arrest Man for Sexual Assault and Exploitation
Elizabeth Man Arrested for Sexual Assault and Exploitation of a Child On September 27th, 2024, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office detectives conducted a search warrant at the home of Franklin Levi Camp II, DOB 07/26/1992. Camp was taken into custody that day and transported to the Douglas County Detention Facility, where he was booked in on […]
Sheriff Weekly Announces Arrest In 2019 Cold Case
Douglas County Sheriff Darren Weekly announces the arrest of two individuals linked to the 2019 disappearance of Kimberly Bell. Javier Martell has been charged with murder, and Jennifer Bremer has been charged with being an accessory. Click this link for Sheriff Weekly’s video announcement.
Douglas County Now on Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
As of October 8, 2024, Sheriff Darren Weekly has moved from Stage 1 to Stage 2 Fire Restrictions until further notice. “Out of an abundance of caution, I have made the decision to move from Stage 1 to Stage 2 fire restrictions. This decision is necessary to protect our community and natural resources. We urge […]
Aurora man arrested after fleeing from hit and run crash involving a stolen vehicle.
Saturday, October 5th, shortly before 10:00 pm, #DCSO deputies assisted the Colorado State Patrol in looking for a suspect who had fled from a crash on C-470 involving a stolen vehicle. Around the same time, dispatch received a call from a resident on Falcon Hills Drive in Highlands Ranch about a suspicious person in the […]
Looking to Volunteer? Become a Community Safety Volunteer!
Join us for an Open House to learn more about becoming a Community Safety Volunteer! Date: Wednesday, September 18th Time: 6:30 PM Location: Highlands Ranch Substation This is a great opportunity to find out how you can contribute to your community’s safety and well-being. Whether you’re interested in volunteering or just want to learn more, […]
DCSO Detectives Arrest Tow-Truck Driver for Stealing Cars and Possession of Child Pornography
In December 2023, a #DCSO Auto Theft Unit detective was assigned a stolen vehicle case. He received information that led him to believe this case may have been related to several incidents involving Eagle Wing Towing. Through his investigation, he learned: Brian Chacon, age 33, with Eagle Wing Towing, may have been taking vehicles he had no […]
Brazen Vehicle Trespass Occurs in Front of Highlands Ranch Elementary School
Today, shortly after 7:00 a.m., deputies responded to Cougar Run Elementary, 8780 Venneford Ranch Rd, Highlands Ranch, CO., on the report of a suspect entering a vehicle parked in front of the school. The victim’s 9-year-old son was inside the car. The victim’s computer and bag were taken. The suspect then got into the passenger […]