Larimer County Administrative Services, District Attorney, Courts, Ranch, and Landfill will be closed on December 25, 2024, to celebrate the Christmas Day holiday.
Critical county services are not disrupted by closures.
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 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 classes, and one Saturday field day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No…
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…
Multiple agencies are working to fight a wildfire in northwest Larimer County. As of Monday evening, the Pearl Fire is estimated at 138 acres with 0% containment.On September 16, 2024 just after 11 a.m., the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Communications Center began receiving 911 calls reporting smoke in the…
After conducting a thorough search and collecting evidence in the area of the initial smoke reports, LCSO and United States Forest Service investigators determined that the fire originated from a campfire ring and was human-caused. Through further investigation, they identified Jason Alexander Hobby (DOB 06/16/75) of…
The Eighth Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been activated to investigate an officer-involved shooting.On August 20, 2024 just after 1:30 a.m., a Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputy located a vehicle at Highway 402 and the East Frontage Road. Records indicated that the registered owner, an…
Effective August 7, 2024, firearms instructors are required to undergo a verification process through their local county sheriff’s office if they wish to offer classes for concealed handgun permit applicants.New state of Colorado legislation, HB24-1174, enacts requirements for both firearms instructors as well as residents…
A man has died after a paddleboarding accident at Carter Lake.On August 10, 2024 around 2:15 p.m., Fort Collins 911 Dispatch Center received a report of a water emergency at Carter Lake. The caller reported that a man had fallen off his paddleboard into the water and did not come up. The caller also said the man had not…
As the focus shifts to recovery from the Alexander Mountain Fire, the Larimer County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will be the primary contact for community resources and support. The Joint Information Center closed at noon on August 8 and will not re-open unless new needs arise. Anyone with questions about recovery…
As of the evening of August 7, the Alexander Mountain Fire is estimated at 9,668 acres and 91% containment.This morning, Highway 34 opened in both directions between Estes Park and Loveland. Evacuation orders have been downgraded to voluntary for the Storm Mountain and Cedar Park areas. At this time, residents are required…
As of the evening of August 6, the Alexander Mountain Fire is estimated at 9,668 acres and 83% containment.Incident command will transition from the Southwest Incident Management Team back to the US Forest Service and Larimer County Sheriff’s Office unified command team on Friday, August 9 at 6 a.m. Local fire personnel…
As of the evening of August 5, the Alexander Mountain Fire is estimated at 9,668 acres with 74% containment, per the Southwest Incident Management Team. 536 fire personnel were assigned to the fire today. Aided by the light precipitation, firefighters continued working on containment efforts, as well as finding and…
The Alexander Mountain Fire is estimated to be 9,668 acres with 54% containment, per the Southwest Incident Management Team. There were approximately 500 fire personnel assigned to the fire today.The Damage Assessment Team has been into the fire-impacted areas several times over the past few days and confirmed the damaged…
You can view the updated version of this website, with FAQ, available here: https://www.larimer.gov/alexander-mountain-fire-evacuee-re-entry-credentialingPURPOSE: Re-Entry Credentials will be required for post-fire access to the areas impacted by the Alexander Mountain Fire. Once fire and law enforcement officials…