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We Tested the Denver Police Department’s New Training Simulator

We Tested the Denver Police Department’s New Training Simulator

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 25, 2025

I got out without any virtual blood on my hands…not everyone was so lucky.

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Were Immigrants Deported to El Salvador All Wearing Crocs?

By Catie CheshireMarch 21, 2025

Images from an El Salvador prison show people deported by the United States wearing white, rubbery clogs, but the company says they’re knockoffs.

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Common Scams in Colorado and How to Protect Yourself

By Catie CheshireMarch 18, 2025

According to federal data, Coloradans lost over $200 million to fraud in 2024.

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Pedestrian Struck, Seriously Injured by RTD MallRide in Downtown Denver

Pedestrian Struck, Seriously Injured by RTD MallRide in Downtown Denver

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 13, 2025

The pedestrian’s condition is unknown.

Denver Lyft Driver Sentenced to 290 Years for Sexual Assault, Kidnapping

Denver Lyft Driver Sentenced to 290 Years for Sexual Assault, Kidnapping

By Hannah MetzgerMarch 7, 2025

John Pastor-Mendoza victimized a dozen women leaving downtown bars between 2018 and 2022.

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Higher Service Fees Proposed to Help Denver’s Lagging 911 Response Times

By Catie CheshireMarch 6, 2025

According to emergency response officials, the increase is less than $1 a month but essential for system improvements.

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Denver Developer Found Dead in White Lotus-Like Caribbean Mystery

By Jason HellerFebruary 24, 2025

The Colorado native owned a resort in Belize, where he once appeared on HGTV. The circumstances of his death could make for a show of its own.

Suspects Arrested in Attack on Denver Protesters

Suspects Arrested in Attack on Denver Protesters

By Hannah MetzgerFebruary 19, 2025

David Halverson and an unidentified juvenile male are being investigated for attempted bias-motivated crime.

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Video: Denver Protesters Attacked With Glass Bottles, Nazi Salutes

By Hannah MetzgerFebruary 11, 2025

No arrests have been made, but a video of the incident has gone viral on social media.

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Over 25 Years After Triple Murder, Westminster Police Are Breaking New Ground in Case

Over 25 Years After Triple Murder, Westminster Police Are Breaking New Ground in Case

By Hannah MetzgerFebruary 5, 2025

Police are re-processing vehicles and evidence from the crime scene, and they recently got a new hit in the 1999 cold case.

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Judge Won’t Drop ’90s Murder Case Against Alleged Serial Killer

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 31, 2025

Ricky Dawson is linked to murders in Colorado, California, Florida and Washington.

Washington Man Severely Frostbitten After Being Robbed, Left Unconscious in Snow in Denver

Washington Man Severely Frostbitten After Being Robbed, Left Unconscious in Snow in Denver

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 29, 2025

“I was asking the doctors if I would have to get my fingers amputated and none of them would give me a yes-or-no answer. It was really scary.”

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Aurora Closes Edge of Lowry Apartments Amid Kidnapping Charges

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 24, 2025

“This place is not going to get any better. This place is a cancer to the community.”

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Denver Police, Bomb Squad Investigate Vehicle Explosion Near Wendy’s

By Justin GoodrumJanuary 24, 2025

Sir, this is a Wendy’s. Please don’t blow up our Frosties.

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A Broken Heart: Can Downtown Come Back From COVID, Construction and Crime?

By Patricia CalhounJanuary 22, 2025

Here are ten ideas for Mayor Mike Johnston.

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Here are the Coloradans Who Could Get a Trump Pardon for “Capitol Breach”

By Michael RobertsJanuary 20, 2025

The most recent arrest came on the fourth anniversary of the January 6, 2021, insurrection, when “Duke” Valentour was arraigned in Boulder.

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Deadly Stabbing Spree at Denver’s 16th Street Mall is Latest in Dozens of Violent Crimes

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 17, 2025

Elijah Caudill has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder, two counts of attempted murder and two counts of assault.

Colorado Legislator Sues Lyft, Alleging She Was Sexually Assaulted by Driver

Colorado Legislator Sues Lyft, Alleging She Was Sexually Assaulted by Driver

By Hannah MetzgerJanuary 14, 2025

“How many more [victims] is it going to take?” asks Representative Jenny Willford’s attorney.

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David Lesh Confident Ahead of Assault Hearing: “The Truth Will Come Out”

By Bennito L. KeltyJanuary 13, 2025

“My only real comment would be to caution people against believing everything they see in the news. I understand the humor in this being published in the news.”

Denver Cold Case Project Celebrates Over 130 Solves in 25 Years

Denver Cold Case Project Celebrates Over 130 Solves in 25 Years

By Hannah MetzgerDecember 31, 2024

From serial killers to serial rapists, the project has identified perpetrators behind some of Denver’s most heinous crimes.

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JonBenét Ramsey Murder: 48 Hours, 20/20 Pile on the Netflix Cold Case Package

By Patricia CalhounDecember 21, 2024

The murder of the six-year-old beauty queen is the coldest of cases, and the Netflix series put the heat on exactly no one.

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Aurora Police Making “Substantial Progress” on Consent Decree, Monitor Finds

By Bennito L. KeltyDecember 19, 2024

Aurora has made strides with public safety reforms mandated by a 2019 consent decree, according to a report, but several recent controversies weren’t included.

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