The Eighth Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been activated to investigate an incident involving an inmate in the Larimer County Jail. On March 24, 2025 around 6:15 p.m., a Larimer County Jail deputy was conducting routine inmate status checks and discovered an unresponsive man in his cell.…
A condition update is available regarding the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputy who was shot by a suspect on Monday.In CIRT situations, the involved agency maintains responsibility for releasing updates about involved personnel. Loveland Police Department is leading the CIRT investigation and will provide any updates…
The Eighth Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been activated to investigate an officer-involved shooting.On March 10, 2025 around 2 p.m., two Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to stop an off-road motorcycle for traffic violations in Fort Collins. The adult male rider refused to…
The Eighth Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been activated to investigate an officer-involved shooting.Around 2:45 a.m. on March 3, 2025, a Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Deputy conducted a traffic stop in the area of Prospect Road and Riverside Avenue in Fort Collins. After stopping and having…
When Fentanyl claims a life in our community, law enforcement and crime scene investigators respond to the scene. The Victim Response Team shows up for family members grieving the sudden loss of their loved one. The Northern Colorado Drug Task Force gets involved. Investigators work to trace the fatal dose back to the…
A Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been named the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association “Law Officer of the Year.” Deputy Andrea Maxwell received this award at the Association’s recent mid-winter conference.In 2024, Maxwell gained significant recognition within the Larimer County agricultural community and Colorado…
A Fort Collins man has been arrested for creating and possessing child sexual abuse images and videos.In August 2023, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office received a cybercrime tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). NCMEC shared information about images showing sexual abuse of young…
On January 28, 2025, a man was driving near Horsetooth Reservoir when he passed a red Toyota 4Runner. After the man passed, the 4Runner accelerated, got close behind him, and briefly activated red, white, and blue emergency lights and a siren. The man continued driving, concerned that the vehicle was not a real law…
Eight people have been arrested for distributing dangerous drugs in Northern Colorado and Wyoming.In April 2024, the Northern Colorado Drug Task Force (NCDTF) received information about a local drug trafficking organization led by a Johnstown man. Detectives identified Curtis Rogers as a distributor supplying…
The Colorado State Legislature passed new legislation that changes the process for anyone seeking to apply for or renew their concealed handgun permit (CHP), and for verification of firearms instructors. Those changes are detailed below.House Bill 24-1174 was signed into law in 2024 and goes into effect 7/1/2025. Any CHP…
UPDATE: The Larimer County Coroner's Office determined the cause death was accidental and manner of death was hypothermia. On the morning of January 6, 2025, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office responded to assist Loveland Police Department with a death investigation in the 600 block of West 6th Street. A woman was…
A Fort Collins man is in custody for stealing one vehicle, attempting to steal another, and assaulting a deputy.On December 12, 2024 around 7:30 a.m., Loveland Police Department received a report that a resident’s 2017 Chevrolet Malibu had just been stolen from her driveway. LPD entered the stolen vehicle information into…
A Denver man has been arrested for trying to buy sex from a child.In early December, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office conducted an operation targeting child predators. Investigators posed as minors selling sexual acts on local websites and forums. Dozens of men responded to the listings; one man arrived at the agreed-…
The application for the Spring 2025 Citizens Academy has closed.The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the Spring 2025 Citizens Academy. This informational program will start on February 11 and run through May 6. Classes will meet from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday nights for 12…
A suspect in a fatal animal cruelty case has been arrested in Arkansas and extradited to Larimer County.On August 29, 2022, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office received a report that a man had attacked two dogs in a Wellington yard. One of the dogs died at the scene and the other was seriously injured. A community tip led…
On Sunday, November 24, multiple agencies, including Larimer County Search and Rescue, Diamond Peaks Ski Patrol, Loveland Fire Rescue Authority, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office (LCSO), and the FAA, successfully completed the recovery of the remaining two passengers.The surviving passenger is in stable condition and has…
Two people were arrested after eluding law enforcement and crashing a stolen vehicle early Thursday morning.On November 14, 2024 around 4:20 a.m., a Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputy located a stolen vehicle at a gas station in Berthoud. The silver 2015 Subaru Forrester had been stolen in Weld County during an armed…
A California man was sentenced after stealing $30,000 from a local couple and nearly scamming them out of $70,000 in gold.In March 2024, an 85-year-old man and 83-year-old woman contacted law enforcement after falling victim to a scam. The couple was tricked by a popup on their computer, which prompted them to call “…
A local man has been arrested after nearly running over a deputy, driving into a patrol car, and barricading inside of a Berthoud barn.Just after 3:00 a.m. on October 23, 2024, a Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputy was conducting a traffic stop near Eisenhower Boulevard and Sculptor Drive in Loveland. A white 2018 Buick…
A Commerce City man arrested during a child predator operation has been sentenced to probation and a six-year deferred sentence.Daniel Goodfield was arrested in March 2024 during an undercover operation conducted by the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office. Goodfield, 40, engaged in conversations online to solicit sex for money…
A local man arrested during a child predator operation has been sentenced to 5 years in prison.Luis Son Gonon was arrested in late June of 2023 during an undercover operation conducted by the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office and Johnstown Police Department. Son Gonon, who was 27, reached out to investigators to solicit sex…
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a serious injury crash and needs the community's help identifying one of the involved parties.Around 1:45 p.m. on October 2, 2024, a pickup truck and motorcycle were involved in a crash on Weld County Road 44 just east of Interstate 25 in Berthoud. The motorcyclist…
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is proud to introduce the agency’s newest K9-handler team.K9 Odin is a Belgian Malinois born in Poland in December 2022. He was brought to the United States by Von Liche Kennels in Denver, Indiana, which specializes in supplying and training working dogs. Deputy Joe Boyle, who joined…
As of Wednesday evening, the Pearl Fire remains at 128 acres and 5% containment. The US Forest Service reported that a total of 320 personnel were assigned to the fire today, with crews focusing on the north, east, and west sides of the perimeter. Crews traveled along steep terrain, navigating many dead and downed trees as…
The US Forest Service assumed command of the Pearl Fire at 6 a.m. on September 17. As of Tuesday evening, the fire is estimated at 128 acres with 5% containment. The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office continues to work in partnership with the USFS and multiple agencies to support firefighting efforts.On September 16, Governor…
