On December 25, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to the location of Interstate 25 at Milepost 262 in Fort Collins, Colorado, for a single motor vehicle crash fatality. The vehicle caught on fire from the crash and the driver/sole occupant of the vehicle was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The decedent is identified as 25-…
Published: Tue Jan 2, 2024 - 2:05pm
Department: Coroner
On December 23, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a house fire fatality at the 3100 block of Butternut Drive in Loveland, Colorado, to investigate the death of a 25-year-old male.
The decedent is identified as Jesse SPEKER of Loveland, Colorado.
A full forensic autopsy was performed on December 26, 2023, at the Larimer…
Published: Tue Jan 2, 2024 - 2:04pm
Department: Coroner
Today, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted to appoint a new chair of the board and chair pro tem for 2024 at their regular Administrative Matters meeting.
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners reorganizes and appoints a new chair and chair pro tem each year in January.
The board voted to appoint District 1 Commissioner John…
Published: Tue Jan 2, 2024 - 12:35pm
Department: BOCC
On December 21, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to the Medical Center of the Rockies Emergency Department to investigate the death of a 34-year-old male. The decedent had been transported from the 2100 block of South Taft Hill Road after being struck by an unknown vehicle while riding an electric scooter.
The decedent is…
Published: Fri Dec 29, 2023 - 4:07pm
Department: Coroner
A former child welfare caseworker has been arrested on suspicion of falsifying documents, submitting fraudulent reimbursement requests, and other crimes on the job.
Sandra Spraker (DOB 6/13/78), of Wellington, was hired by the Larimer County Department of Human Services (DHS) in April 2022. She completed training and began working as a Child…
Published: Fri Dec 29, 2023 - 2:15pm
Department: Sheriff
A new website and mobile app launched by Larimer County Engineering and Road and Bridge Departments now makes it easier for residents to report issues and other matters on unincorporated Larimer County roads.Ever seen a nasty pothole or dead animal or encountered a fallen tree, a pile of trash, or a large branch on a county road? Now you can…
Published: Tue Dec 26, 2023 - 12:08pm
Department: Engineering
The CIRT investigation surrounding the November 3, 2023, use of force against Sire Nolasco has been completed.
Original Opinion Letter:
District Attorney Opinion 11/3/2023
Published: Fri Dec 22, 2023 - 9:36am
Department: District Attorney
Supported Families Stronger Community (SFSC) is a federally funded grant project with a focus on prevention to help Larimer County residents thrive in our community.
A team of four community navigators connects families with services in the community, such as childcare resources, public benefits, and mental health services.
The Community…
Published: Thu Dec 21, 2023 - 10:07am
Department: Human Services
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted 3-0 to adopt the 2024 Larimer County Budget on Thursday, December 14. The 2024 Budget includes $629 million in gross expenditures planned for the coming year. The net operating budget, which excludes capital projects, disaster recovery costs, and non-operational transfers—will be $403 million.
To…
Published: Thu Dec 14, 2023 - 3:44pm
Department: Budget
The Town of Estes Park has appointed an Interim Chief to lead the police department until a new Chief is selected.
In late November, Chief David Hayes announced that he would be retiring on December 22, 2023. Estes Park Town Administrator Travis Machalek began working to recruit an external Interim Chief, which included reaching out to partner…
Published: Wed Dec 13, 2023 - 3:41pm
Department: Sheriff
UPDATE: Registration capacity is now full for the spring 2024 program. If any additional spots open, we will update and repost. Thank you for all of your interest!
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the Spring 2024 Citizens Academy.
The academy will start on February 13 and run through May 14. Classes will…
Published: Wed Dec 13, 2023 - 8:54am
Department: Sheriff
We extend a warm invitation to celebrate FIVE YEARS of positive impact on the behavioral health system in Larimer County.
Please join us as we express our heartfelt appreciation to the remarkable individuals and organizations whose unwavering dedication has fueled positive transformation in the field of behavioral health across our county.
Since…
Published: Mon Dec 11, 2023 - 3:33pm
Department: Behavioral Health
On November 25, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to the Larimer County Jail to investigate the death of a 49-year-old male. For information regarding the circumstances and timeline of events, please visit the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office page for their press release: (https://www.larimer.gov/spotlights/2023/11/25/cirt-…
Published: Mon Dec 11, 2023 - 12:32pm
Department: Coroner
Larimer County has received another 1041 permit application from the City of Thornton to construct a water pipeline through Larimer County, Weld County, and Adams County.
The 1041 permit submission marks the second attempt by Thornton to complete a water project to deliver a water supply to the City of Thornton’s growing population. The project…
Published: Mon Dec 11, 2023 - 11:46am
Department: Community Development
The revision of the 2024 Proposed Budget follows the failure of Proposition HH (Prop HH) in the November general election and subsequent property tax relief measures enacted during the Colorado Legislature's special session in November.
The updated budget proposes allocating $8 million to the Disaster Contingency Fund to prepare for future…
Published: Fri Dec 8, 2023 - 1:50pm
Department: BOCC
A former Loveland para-professional has been arrested for possession of child sexual abuse materials.
In the summer of 2023, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children investigator received several tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). NCMEC shared information about images showing…
Published: Fri Dec 8, 2023 - 9:56am
Department: Sheriff
Lori Hodges, Director of the Larimer County Office of Emergency Management, is the recipient of the 2023 Ranger Brendan Unitt Service Community Service Award.
Hodges gives selflessly every day inside and outside of her day-to-day duties at Larimer County. In addition to her duties as Larimer County Dir. of Emergency Management, she is always…
Published: Wed Dec 6, 2023 - 12:23pm
Department: BOCC
Today Victor Corwin was committed to the indefinite custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services for the murder of Christopher Johnson on July 19, 2021.
Mr. Corwin was officially found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity – a legal determination which means the defendant did commit the crimes charged and would be found guilty but for the…
Published: Tue Dec 5, 2023 - 12:23pm
Department: District Attorney
On November 17, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to the Medical Center of the Rockies Emergency Department to investigate the death of a 28-year-old male. The decedent was transported after he was involved in an officer involved shooting with Fort Collins Police Services which occurred in the late evening hours of November 16,…
Published: Mon Dec 4, 2023 - 12:02pm
Department: Coroner
Larimer County and the municipalities of Fort Collins, Loveland, Berthoud, Estes Park, Johnstown, Timnath, and Wellington, request the community’s participation in a 2023 Open Space online survey. This survey is an update to the 2013 Our Lands, Our Future survey commissioned by the same agencies to better understand from the public how to best…
Published: Thu Nov 30, 2023 - 8:38am
Department: Natural Resources
FORT COLLINS – Horsetooth Mountain Open Space’s main trailhead, 6550 W. County Rd. 38E, is closed to public access today (November 27) through December 18 to allow crews to complete parking and kiosk area improvements and install an additional vault toilet.
The improvements at the main trailhead are geared to improve flow and ease congestion…
Published: Mon Nov 27, 2023 - 11:43am
Department: Natural Resources
The Eighth Judicial Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been activated to investigate the death of an inmate at the Larimer County Jail.
Around 9:40 a.m. on November 24, 2023, an adult male was arrested by the Johnstown Police Department for felony drug charges. The Johnstown Police Department transported the man to a local hospital, where…
Published: Sat Nov 25, 2023 - 6:10pm
Department: Sheriff
In early November, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office investigators, with assistance from Johnstown Police detectives and the United States Air Force Office of Special Investigations, posed as underage sex workers on online forums. They were contacted by several men soliciting services, and when the men arrived at an agreed upon location, they were…
Published: Wed Nov 22, 2023 - 2:53pm
Department: Sheriff
LOVELAND - All boat ramps at Horsetooth Reservoir and Carter Lake will close for the season on Monday, November 27.
Horsetooth Reservoir
South Bay Ramp: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. everyday; Closed for season Mon. Nov. 27
Inlet Bay Ramp: Closed for season
Satanka Ramp: Closed for season
Carter Lake
North Pines Ramp: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. everyday;…
Published: Wed Nov 22, 2023 - 8:59am
Department: Natural Resources
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) invites members of the community to share input on proposed adjustments to its enforcement regulations within LCDNR-managed properties.
Larimer County is seeking to revise eight current regulations and to add twelve new regulations in 2024. New additions include regulations associated with…
Published: Fri Nov 17, 2023 - 1:40pm
Department: Natural Resources
