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Mercedes car with no license plate

Denver Vehicle Registration Increased by Over 30 Percent During Month of Police Enforcement

By Bennito L. KeltyAugust 16, 2024

Police Chief Ron Thomas was happy with the outcome, but says the traffic stops could return if more complaints come in.

Adult son and mother take selfie together

Mother of Man Killed, Encased in Concrete in Aurora Raising Money to Attend Murder Trial

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 14, 2024

“I want Leroy to see my face. I want him to see the anguish that he’s put us through.”

Skycrappers

Man Spotted Firing Bow and Arrow in Downtown Denver

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 9, 2024

No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made, police say.

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The mugshot for Jefferson County trail predator suspect Glenn Braden and a screenshot from a trail cam showing him allegedly running naked.

Serial Predator Pleads Guilty to Exposing Himself, Attacking Female Hikers on Jeffco Trails

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 9, 2024

Glenn Braden faces between four and twelve years to life in prison.

Rooster in the desert hills

32 Roosters Killed After Cockfighting Raid, Contrary to Claims That Birds Were “Saved”

By Catie CheshireAugust 8, 2024

On social media and in news reports, Adams County officers were praised for rescuing the roosters after the birds had already been euthanized.

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Former Ralphie Handler Convicted of Raping Woman on CU Boulder Field

By Hannah MetzgerAugust 7, 2024

Brennan Pieper is the second CU Boulder mascot handler convicted of sexual assault in eight years.

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Professor in shirt, tie and glasses

Regis Professor Charged for Murder of Wife, Daughter Also Found Dead

By Thomas MitchellAugust 2, 2024

Nicholas Myklebust called 911 early on July 29 to report that his wife was bleeding and their infant daughter not breathing.

Union Station in Denver

Most Dangerous Denver Neighborhoods, by the Numbers

By Michael RobertsAugust 2, 2024

Violent crime numbers in twelve Denver areas are concerning.

Two men box.

Once a “Most Wanted” Fugitive in Weld County, Efrain Muñoz Now Fights for a Boxing Career

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 29, 2024

Efrain Muñoz is trying to restart his boxing career after spending three years on the run.

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Kids play in a park.

New Fencing, Lighting Not Enough to End Safety Issues Around West Colfax

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 25, 2024

West Colfax residents report an influx of homeless encampments and public drug use despite more fencing, lighting and police patrols.

Cherry Creek Trail near Washington Street and Speer Boulevard

Body of 42-Year-Old Stabbing Victim Pulled From Cherry Creek in Denver

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 19, 2024

Ethan Martinez’s body was discovered on Tuesday, but police didn’t rule the death a homicide until three days later.

A screenshot of a woman talking in a TikTok video.

Denver Abduction Story on TikTok Being Probed by Cops, as Details Don’t Add Up

By Chris PerezJuly 12, 2024

Denver police are investigating what happened and “what could have been perceived.”

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A woman talks while a man holds a sign.

Denver Police Create Rideshare Pick-Up Zone to Reduce Violence Downtown

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 11, 2024

Starting July 12, certain blocks in the Ballpark District and LoDo will be off-limits on Friday and Saturday nights.

Mayor Mike Johnston talks to Denver residents.

Denver Residents Shared Their Biggest Safety Concerns With Mayor Johnston

By Bennito L. KeltyJuly 11, 2024

The mayor and city officials will soon hold a similar town hall series on affordability in Denver.

Screenshots of a video show a woman running after, pushing and pulling young skateboarders.

Video: Denver Woman Attacks Young Skateboarders, Throws 11-Year-Old’s Board Into River

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 5, 2024

“It’s kind of traumatizing. I’m going to remember that for the rest of my life.”

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Fireworks explode in the air.

Why Doesn’t Denver Enforce Its Fireworks Ban?

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 3, 2024

Denver police received 550 calls about fireworks in May and June, but issued no citations.

A family talks to the police chief.

Denver Police Chief Surprised Drugs and Gun Violence Aren’t Top Public Safety Concerns

By Chris PerezJuly 1, 2024

Are people in Denver shaking their fists at the wrong things?

fireworks denver city hall

Boom and Bust: Fireworks Sales, Use Restrictions in Colorado

By Hannah MetzgerJuly 1, 2024

Most fireworks are illegal statewide, but each city has its own regulations.

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Uber Driver Accused of Sexually Assaulting Passenger as Police Search for More Victims

By Hannah MetzgerJune 24, 2024

This is the latest of several recent sexual assaults in Colorado that police fear were committed by serial perpetrators.

Cars smashed up on a road after an accident.

Charges to Be Filed Against Driver Who Injured Eleven in Aurora Crash

By Chris PerezJune 21, 2024

Police say the driver will likely be charged with careless driving or vehicular assault, but they’re waiting on more information.

Kilyn Lewis seen on body cam video with his arms raised and a cell phone in his hand before being shot by an Aurora SWAT officer.

“It Looked Like a Hit”: Body Cam Footage Shows Unarmed Black Man Shot by Aurora Police

By Chris PerezJune 21, 2024

The family of Kilyn Lewis wants justice for what they say was a “cold-blooded murder.”

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The aftermath of an officer-involved shooting outside of Thornton's Margaret Carpenter Recreation Center on May 14, 2024.

Thornton Employees Suffer Thousands in Damages in Police Shootout, but City Won’t Pay

By Hannah MetzgerJune 14, 2024

“It would cost him 25 hours of work to pay for damage that occurred because he was working for the city in the first place.”

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