Douglas County Sheriff's Office

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Douglas County Sheriff's Office Tackles Motor Vehicle Theft Crime Spree Two-month operation leads to 11 arrests and 17 recovered stolen vehicles Douglas County, CO – August 27, 2024 – The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is actively responding to a significant increase in auto thefts and garage burglaries across Douglas County. With a concerning total of 33 auto thefts reported in July, deputies have been working tirelessly to combat this rise in criminal activity. In one case, a suspect was seen on surveillance footage carrying a handgun while trying to break into vehicles in a Douglas County neighborhood. In a separate case, a recovered stolen vehicle from Douglas County was linked to an armed carjacking in another city where shots were fired at the victim. In recent weeks, the Sheriff's Office has conducted multiple investigations; executing search warrants, making numerous traffic stops, and pursuing suspects who try to flee. These efforts have led to the arrests of 11 individuals and the recovery of 17 stolen vehicles and 2 stolen weapons, reflecting the department's commitment to ensuring public safety. The Sheriff's Office is still investigating potential connections between these various cases. Sheriff Weekly praised the efforts of his team, stating, "My deputies have worked incredibly hard over the past several months to keep our community safe. From auto theft to property crimes, our IMPACT team and patrol deputies are doing everything they can to protect our residents. I would also like to thank the Aurora Police Department and their SWAT team for helping us safely execute two search warrants in their jurisdiction.” Sheriff Weekly also emphasized the critical role the community plays in preventing these crimes. "We need the community's help to prevent crimes of opportunity. Lock your cars and your homes," he urged. "Some of these thieves are armed and dangerous. Do not confront them. Call 911. The last thing we want is for someone to get hurt." The Douglas County Sheriff's Office remains dedicated to safeguarding the community and will continue to work around the clock to bring those responsible for these crimes to justice. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately. The investigation into all these thefts and any potential links to organized crime continues. The suspects mentioned in this release are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 

In honor of #NationalDogDay, we’d like to thank #DCSO K9 Nyx (and Deputy Austin) for providing excellent service at the BMW Championship last week. She is a bomb-sniffing dog, but also a crowd favorite, and enjoyed meeting lots of golfers and golf enthusiasts! #HonorServiceValor

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office had the honor of attending the opening ceremony for the BMW Championship at Castle Pines Golf Club! It was an incredible event, highlighted by a breathtaking flyover from the Colorado Air National Guard and a powerful rendition of the National Anthem by a talented local artist Amanda Hawkins. We’re proud to be part of such a prestigious event in our community. Best of luck to all the competitors this week!

The moment you realize your high school SRO is walking the course with you and providing security for the BMW Championship. #DCSO Corporal Mike Adams was Valor’s SRO when Wyndham Clark attended school there. Clark is now one of the top golfers in the world. Cpl Adams said, “That’s what I love about being an SRO over the years-running into former students…It’s great asking them what they do, seeing them excel and become something great.” We wish these hometown guys the very best! We are proud to support our local talent on and off the course! #HonorServiceValor

No first-day jitters here! #DCSO Deputy Noah Mauro, one of our newest School Resource Officers, is just excited to get started on his SRO training. He will be spending time at Thunder Ridge High School with their phenomenal SRO, Deputy Josh Hays. Once Deputy Mauro has completed his training, he will be assigned to Acres Green, Cougar Run, and Fox Creek Elementary. Good luck!! #BestJobEver

Do you want to turn your love of sleuthing into a full-time career? Why not join our #DCSO Investigations Division as a Crime Scene Technician and help our detectives solve crime and put away the criminals? We are currently taking applications for a Crime Scene Technician; the deadline is August 23rd, 2024. Check out our hiring website for more information and application instructions; https://bit.ly/4cnXegl

A bitter-sweet goodbye! Today was the last working day for #DCSO CJRA Specialist Michelle Trujillo. Tomorrow will be her first official day in retirement, and we couldn't be happier for her. Michelle started with the Sheriff's Office in January 2005 but was not new to Douglas County. She worked for the Assessor's Office for six years in the 1990s. She started in our Records Unit as a Clerk and worked her way up to Manager before moving over to our Criminal Justice Records Act (CJRA) Unit as a Specialist. She was one of only two specialists at the time, and creating this team was a daunting task as what they do is vital to criminal justice records and the role they play in criminal prosecution. Michelle, after many years of dedicated service to our #DCSO family and the Douglas County community, you’ve more than earned the time to relax and enjoy the next chapter of your life. Your hard work, kindness, and unwavering commitment have left a lasting impact on everyone around you. You've touched countless lives, and your presence will be greatly missed. #HonorServiceValor

🚨 Attention, Douglas County! 🚨 The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has been working for more than a year to help plan for the BMW Championship Golf Tournament that is coming to Castle Pines from August 20-25! Expect heavy traffic and possible delays in the area. Happy Canyon Road will be closed from August 19th-25th from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m., so please plan your routes accordingly. We appreciate your cooperation and patience as we welcome this exciting event to our community. If you’re attending, have fun and stay safe!

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT: BMW Championship in Castle Pines 🚨 The BMW Championship is coming to the Castle Pines Golf Club August 20-25th, and we want to ensure everyone stays informed and safe. Please note that Happy Canyon will be closed to through traffic from 5 a.m.-7 p.m. during the event. Expect increased traffic in the area and plan your routes accordingly. There is no public/general parking in the immediate vicinity of Castle Pines Golf Club. All vehicles on Happy Canyon Road must have the proper credentials. Sheriff Weekly said, “We recognize this will be the largest sporting event ever held in Douglas County. We have worked diligently to plan for all contingencies to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending the BMW Championship. We appreciate the cooperation of everyone in helping us achieve this goal.” Thank you for your patience and cooperation! #HonorServiceValor

Whether it’s Take Your Kid to Work Day or National Night Out, #DCSO is one big family! Deputy Maracine said, “This is my kiddo geared up for work. It only lasted a minute before the gear got to heavy. Lol.” We love it and already see the next generation of crime fighters!