Crime & Police

There are 773 open cold cases for homicides in Denver between 1970 and 2017.

Dozens of residents of neglected Aurora apartments say gangs haven’t taken over, but they are receiving threats from the public.

Zev Baumgarten, who claimed Venezuelan gangs took over his property, can now resolve outstanding code charges on February 14.

“At the last community meeting, we didn’t even have the opportunity to know he was your sole finalist.”

Eugene Robertson pointed a gun at a Burger King drive-thru after he couldn’t pay for his meal with drugs, and that was just the start of his crime spree that night.

“I had the honor of being introduced to the President…I was able to have a brief conversation with him and let him know I am in this fight with him to save our country.”

Police Chief Ron Thomas was happy with the outcome, but says the traffic stops could return if more complaints come in.

“I want Leroy to see my face. I want him to see the anguish that he’s put us through.”

No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made, police say.

Glenn Braden faces between four and twelve years to life in prison.

On social media and in news reports, Adams County officers were praised for rescuing the roosters after the birds had already been euthanized.

Brennan Pieper is the second CU Boulder mascot handler convicted of sexual assault in eight years.

Nicholas Myklebust called 911 early on July 29 to report that his wife was bleeding and their infant daughter not breathing.

Violent crime numbers in twelve Denver areas are concerning.

Efrain Muñoz is trying to restart his boxing career after spending three years on the run.

West Colfax residents report an influx of homeless encampments and public drug use despite more fencing, lighting and police patrols.

Ethan Martinez’s body was discovered on Tuesday, but police didn’t rule the death a homicide until three days later.

Denver police are investigating what happened and “what could have been perceived.”

Starting July 12, certain blocks in the Ballpark District and LoDo will be off-limits on Friday and Saturday nights.

The mayor and city officials will soon hold a similar town hall series on affordability in Denver.

“It’s kind of traumatizing. I’m going to remember that for the rest of my life.”

Denver police received 550 calls about fireworks in May and June, but issued no citations.