On June 19th, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a private residence in Fort Collins, Colorado to investigate the death of a 46-year-old male. The decedent is identified as former NFL Player and Superbowl XL Winning Champion, Clark Haggans of Fort Collins, Colorado.
An autopsy was performed on June…
Posted: Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 5:23pm
Department: Coroner
On June 13th, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a double-fatal vehicle rollover at Pingree Park Road, two miles south of Highway 14.
The decedents are identified as 34-year-old Valerie Mireles and 47-year-old Miguel (Michael) Hernandez Guerrero, both of Greeley, Colorado.
Full forensic autopsies were…
Posted: Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 5:08pm
Department: Coroner
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is partnering with Larimer County Conservation Corps (LCCC) crews to implement several important trail improvement projects prioritized in the 2022 Horsetooth Mountain Open Space Management Plan.
Over the next four weeks, LCCC crews consisting of two crew leaders and eight…
Posted: Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 8:22am
Department: Natural Resources
Two suspects have been arrested after investigators discovered a plot to murder three people.
Joshua Anderson (DOB 08/03/92), of Windsor, is an inmate at the Larimer County Jail awaiting prosecution for a 2022 Fort Collins criminal case. His charges in that case include:
Attempted First Degree Murder After…
Posted: Fri Jun 16, 2023 - 11:12am
Department: Sheriff
The criminal investigation into the actions of a former Loveland Police Department officer has concluded.
On May 20, 2023, a handcuffed female was in police custody and spit on LPD Officer Russell Maranto, who then struck her. On May 21, Loveland Police Chief Tim Doran requested that the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office…
Posted: Thu Jun 15, 2023 - 4:23pm
Department: Sheriff
The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids from marina concessionaires to provide services at Horsetooth Reservoir and Carter Lake. The solicitation can be found at bidnetdirect.com/colorado/larimer-county and closes August 25, 2023.
Prior to Request for Proposals, Larimer County solicited…
Posted: Wed Jun 14, 2023 - 1:45pm
Department: Natural Resources
On June 12th, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to Poudre Valley Hospital Emergency Department to investigate the death of a 38-year-old male who had been transported to their facility from Warren Lake in Fort Collins, Colorado.
The decedent is identified as Abad Leon of Fort Collins, Colorado.
A full…
Posted: Tue Jun 13, 2023 - 2:13pm
Department: Coroner
Due to heavy rain and high water levels, River Bluffs Open Space, Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park, Forks Park, and Sleepy Hollow Park have all been closed until further notice.
Check the COTREX app for current status and Know Before You Go!
Posted: Mon Jun 12, 2023 - 4:08pm
Department: Natural Resources
On June 6th, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a death at the Jack Christiansen Track Parking Lot on the CSU campus to investigate the death of a 19-year-old male found deceased in his parked vehicle.
The decedent is identified as Colton KAASE of Brenham, Texas.
A full forensic autopsy was completed…
Posted: Thu Jun 8, 2023 - 11:16am
Department: Coroner
Update: Robert was located in Glenwood Springs and is SAFE. No injuries, and he’ll be reunited with his family soon. Thank you to all who spread the word!
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The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing at-risk Loveland man with memory impairment issues.
Robert Meredith, 81, was last seen leaving…
Posted: Wed Jun 7, 2023 - 3:00pm
Department: Sheriff
A Larimer County Jail inmate has died after attempting suicide and spending a week in the hospital.
On May 25, 2023 at 10:37 a.m., a Larimer County Jail deputy was conducting routine inmate status checks and discovered an unresponsive man in his cell. Additional deputies and jail medical staff responded and provided first…
Posted: Fri Jun 2, 2023 - 3:44pm
Department: Sheriff
On June 1st, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner's Office responded to the Medical Center of the Rockies (MCR) to investigate the death of a 43-year-old male. The decedent was transported to MCR on 05/25/2023 after he was found hanging in his cell at the Larimer County Jail.
The decedent has been identified as Ryan HARMON…
Posted: Fri Jun 2, 2023 - 3:40pm
Department: Coroner
Larimer County Behavioral Health Services is now accepting applications for grants through the 2023 Impact Fund Grant Program for programs and projects that support the behavioral health of Larimer County. This year, BHS will award $2.8M in grant funding to serve the behavioral health of our community.
"As BHS enters its…
Posted: Thu Jun 1, 2023 - 11:48am
Department: BOCC
Larimer County employees leave lasting positive impressions on their co-workers and community members every day. The Ranger Brendan Unitt Community Service Award, an annual public service award that began in 2021, honors the commitment to the community that embodies the spirit of Ranger Unitt.
The Ranger Unitt Award is…
Posted: Thu Jun 1, 2023 - 10:54am
Department: BOCC
Larimer County Behavioral Health Services is now accepting applications for grants through the 2023 Impact Fund Grant Program for programs and projects that support the behavioral health of Larimer County. This year, BHS will award $2.8M in grant funding to serve the behavioral health of our community.
"As BHS enters its…
Posted: Thu Jun 1, 2023 - 7:24am
Department: Behavioral Health
To mark Colorado Public Lands Day on May 20, Northern Colorado public land agencies encourage visitors to download and use the COTREX app prior to their outdoor adventures. This marks the first time that multiple jurisdictions, ranging from county level to federal level, have pointed to a single trails app as the verified…
Posted: Tue May 30, 2023 - 11:02am
Department: Natural Resources
Nominations are being accepted for the 45th Annual Conrad Ball Award to recognize an individual or team for their significant improvements to criminal justice in Larimer County.
The award is named after the late honorable 8th Judicial District Judge Conrad L. Ball, who made significant advancements in the criminal justice…
Posted: Fri May 26, 2023 - 10:56am
Department: Community Justice Alternatives
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is excited to welcome back HistoriCorps, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to engaging volunteers in rehabilitating historic structures on publicly accessible lands, to Red Mountain Open Space from September 17 through October 13.
In 2004, Larimer County Department of…
Posted: Thu May 25, 2023 - 9:39am
Department: Natural Resources
The Larimer County Department of Health is alerting residents that a rabid bat was found Monday afternoon in Edora Park in Fort Collins. The bat was on the trail near the northeast parking lot. The bat was tested and results received Wednesday confirmed the bat was positive for rabies.
If you, your children, or your pets…
Posted: Wed May 24, 2023 - 3:49pm
Department: Health
In response to a bomb threat, the Larimer County Loveland Campus was temporarily closed earlier today as a precautionary measure. Following a thorough investigation conducted by local law enforcement agencies, it has been determined that the bomb threat was illegitimate, and there is no imminent danger to the public or the…
Posted: Mon May 22, 2023 - 3:57pm
Department: BOCC
While most crashes on Larimer County rural roads are still caused by road departures, road and safety improvements, and better monitoring have helped lower some of these accidents.
Distracted driving is also still a major cause of these accidents, with drivers between 20 to 29 years old involved in crashes, many of which…
Posted: Mon May 22, 2023 - 11:59am
Department: BOCC
Two Larimer County residents were recognized on May 11 at the Older Americans Month award ceremony for their volunteerism, positive attitude, and impact for older adults.
The two awards, Outstanding Senior Volunteer and Outstanding Family Caregiver, were awarded by the Larimer County Office on Aging. The annual awards are…
Posted: Wed May 17, 2023 - 9:50am
Department: Human Services
Larimer County implemented a grant program using State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds with the purpose of getting resources into the community to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Immediate Needs Grant program awarded more than $3 million to more than 50 organizations throughout the County. Non-profit and…
Posted: Tue May 16, 2023 - 3:05pm
Department: Budget
The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources in partnership with the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, Larimer County Office of Emergency Management, Poudre Fire Authority, and the City of Loveland encourage caution as boaters, paddlers, and anglers approach the water for recreation this spring. Colorado recorded…
Posted: Tue May 16, 2023 - 9:05am
Department: Natural Resources
Evie is out and about on the road bringing library services, books, and much more to Larimer County but doesn’t use any fossil fuel.
At their regular Administrative Matters meeting, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners previewed the Poudre River Public Library District’s new mobile library, Evie, Colorado’s first all…
Posted: Wed May 10, 2023 - 10:58am
Department: BOCC
