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Our deputies answer calls for help every day, but behind the badge, our members carry unseen heavy burdens. Tragically, our agency knows this loss firsthand. We carry that grief with us, but we are committed to making sure no one walks through the darkness alone. To every member of our team: Seeking help is a sign of strength. Our Wellness Unit is here for you with confidential peer support, mental health resources, and a listening ear whenever you need it. Check in on your partners, check in on yourself, and never hesitate to reach out. 📱Crisis & Suicide Lifeline: Call or text 988 📱COPLINE (Law Enforcement Peer Support): 1-800-267-5463 #NationalLawEnforcementSuicideAwarenessDay While this message is directed toward our law enforcement team, these crisis resources, including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, are free, confidential, and available 24/7 to members of the general public as well. Anyone experiencing mental health struggles or emotional distress is encouraged to reach out. The world is a better place with you in it.
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📣 Saturday Shoutout! 📣 A big THANK YOU to Buffalo Wild Wings in Highlands Ranch for stopping by and bringing our deputies some tasty wings and cookies! We truly appreciate your kindness and support for our deputies and the community. It’s gestures like these that make a difference! 💙
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Douglas County Sheriff’s Office deputies are assisting Colorado State Patrol at the scene of a crash on Highway 67. Highway 67 is closed at mile marker 124 while crews work to safely manage the scene. Colorado State Patrol is leading the investigation and remains on scene. Please avoid the area, expect delays, and use alternate routes until the roadway reopens.
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Ever wondered what it really takes to serve and protect our community? The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has officially opened its doors for the Community Academy, giving local residents an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the daily life and operations of law enforcement. The academy kicked off with high energy! Participants jumped straight into a fun, fast-paced team-building exercise designed to put them right in the shoes of a deputy. The activity demonstrated key realities of the job: • How quickly a deputy's day can pivot from calm to high-stakes in a matter of seconds. • How law enforcement professionals must push through and operate effectively under all kinds of unpredictable conditions. • The vital mindset that failure is simply not an option when the safety of our community is on the line. It was an inspiring start to a program built on connection, transparency, and mutual trust between the Sheriff's Office and the residents we proudly serve.
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It may be #9to5Day in honor of the late Dolly Parton, but the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is here for you 24/7/365! 🚔 Just last night, our graveyard team responded to 151 calls for service across our community. Everything from cows on the loose to traffic stops and a found dog (which Deputy Cross reunited with its owner!). Today is also #SeeSomethingSaySomethingDay. If you see something suspicious or out of place, say something. We’re always here, ready to respond.
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Partnerships we are so proud of! Recently, U.S. Marshals from across the country came to our Helitack base to prepare themselves and their K-9s with training on our Douglas County helicopter. One of the K-9s, Rocky, had to be emergency evacuated on a helicopter after he was shot, taking down a bad guy in Houston. Preparation and partnerships like these keep our community safer. We are so grateful to be a part of the Colorado Violent Offender Task Force (COVOTF) with the U.S. Marshals Service.
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As we recognize #WorldSuicidePreventionMonth, we’re reminded how critical mental health support is within our community. Our Community Response Teams are here to provide compassionate help during difficult moments. Deputy Zepeski, K9 Therapy Dog Olive, and our mental health clinicians bring heart and dedication to this mission. For Deputy Zepeski, the work is personal, and it drives his passion to help others. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988 — free, confidential, and available 24/7. #YouAreNotAlone
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Celebrating four incredible leaders! 🎉 Please join us in congratulating Commander Brite, Commander Finkenbinder, Commander Moorman, and Commander Simonich on graduating from Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command. This intensive 11‑week program pushes law enforcement leaders to strengthen their strategic thinking, communication, and management skills and these Commanders rose to the challenge. We’re proud of their dedication to growth and grateful for the leadership they bring to Douglas County. 👏
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🗓️ Operation Tag Sweep begins September 28th. For two weeks, our deputies will increase enforcement on expired license plates across Douglas County. If your tags are overdue, like this 2019 plate our deputy came across this week, now is the time to get them updated. Douglas County Motor Vehicle offers easy options online, by mail, at grocery store kiosks, or in person. Get ahead of the sweep and update your tags today! ➡️ buff.ly/I58QRmt
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SMFR and @dcsheriff are responding to a reported single family residential structure fire at 7724 Arrowshaft Trail. Updates will follow as more information is confirmed.
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A HERO HONORED: Earlier this year, DCSO civilian Brent Buford saved a man's life. He spotted Alex collapsed on a Highlands Ranch sidewalk, called 911 right away and began CPR. Doctors and paramedics say Alex would have died or suffered serious brain damage if Buford hadn’t acted when he did. Watch this video of Buford receiving a Lifesaving Award from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and @SouthMetroPIO. We hope their powerful message resonates with you too!
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We had such a great time at Target’s Coffee with a Cop recently! Our deputies enjoyed chatting with residents, sipping some hot coffee, and yes… enjoying a few donuts too. Coffee with a Cop is one of our favorite ways to connect; it’s relaxed, informal, and the perfect chance to ask questions or just get to know the deputies who serve your community. Big thanks to Target for being an awesome host! Looking forward to the next one. ☕🍩
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Douglas County Sheriff’s Office deputies are assisting Colorado State Patrol at the scene of a crash on Highway 67. Highway 67 is currently closed in both directions west of Oak Valley Road while crews work to safely manage the scene. CSP is leading the investigation and remains on scene. Please avoid the area, expect delays, and use alternate routes until the roadway reopens.
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We have six new civilians now officially sworn in to the Douglas County family, and we're thrilled to introduce you to each of them! Detention Specialist Toland, a longtime Douglas County resident and proud sports fan, is excited to bring a strong sense of dedication and hometown roots to the team. Statutory Programs Specialist Liberati, a Parker resident of more than 25 years, shares a heart for early childhood education, community involvement, and small business experience. Prior to coming to work for DCSO, she and her husband owned and operated a restaurant in Parker. Detention Specialist Hyre brings uplifting energy, a passion for serving others, and a love of building connections to our team. She also enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time with the people she loves. Detention Specialist Finley is eager to begin a career with DCSO, bringing enthusiasm for teamwork, Colorado pride, and a love of sports and travel. He’s a big Bills fan! Emergency Communication Specialist II Holland combines technical expertise with creativity. She graduated with a computer science degree and enjoys baking, knitting, violin, and time outdoors. Emergency Communication Specialist II Salas brings values shaped by family and culture, including dedication, resilience, and integrity, all inspired by life experiences from Guam to Colorado. Please join us in congratulating these exceptional individuals as they begin their journey in service to Douglas County 💙
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Would you agree that most crimes, are crimes of opportunity? We would say so. Taking a few extra steps can help ensure you don't become a victim of a crime. - Always lock your home when you are away - Lock your vehicles and remove valuables from sight - Close your garage doors and secure side gates - Report suspicious activity right away Help us reduce the chances of having your hard-earned belongings taken from you!
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Another great Cops & Bobbers event in the books! 🎣🍂 What a beautiful fall morning to spend time outdoors, enjoy some fishing, and bring our community together. Here’s to a beautiful fall season and many more mornings like this! 🍁
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When a resident’s moving day turned into a nightmare after a moving truck driver disappeared with all of her belongings, Deputies Moquin and Turco stepped in to save the day. Not only did they track down her items, Deputy Moquin also helped move furniture into her new home in the middle of a thunderstorm. The resident shared: "Oh my goodness, they absolutely went out of their way to make sure things were ok for me. I want to cry remembering it. I am so grateful. I want to make sure everyone knows this is an experience I will always remember." We couldn't think of a better story to share for #NationalThankAPoliceOfficerDay. Thank you, Deputies Moquin and Turco, for going above and beyond for our community! 💙
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We are grateful for the partnerships that resulted in a guilty plea from this defendant. A huge thank you to the @DA18th, @LittletonPD, and @ArapahoeSO for their dedication to keeping our community safe! Grateful to see justice served. “This conviction is an important step toward justice for the victims and accountability for a violent attack that put our deputies’ lives in grave danger,” said @SheriffWeekly. “Our deputies stood their ground, protected one another and this community, and never backed down. I’m proud of their courage and resolve, and grateful they made it home to their families.”
🚨***MEDIA RELEASE***🚨 A Denver man who carjacked a victim at gunpoint, led authorities on a high-speed pursuit and fired multiple shots at officers pleaded guilty in court this morning to Aggravated Robbery and two counts of Attempted First-Degree Murder. Daniel Reynaldo Tolentino, 44, will be sentenced in November and faces 50 to 80 years in #prison. Case details can be found ⬇️ arapahoeco.gov/news_detail_T… @dcsheriff @LittletonPD @ArapahoeSO
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