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Northern Colorado Regional Crime Lab Groundbreaking

Northern Colorado Regional Crime Lab Groundbreaking

More than 65 people gathered Wednesday morning in west Greeley for the official groundbreaking of the Northern Colorado Regional Crime Lab. Representatives from the five participating agencies were joined by the public to celebrate a milestone in a project more than five years in the making.

“This is an exciting day for law enforcement in Northern Colorado,” said Weld County Commissioner Chairman Sean Conway. “And it is an exciting day for the residents of Weld and Larimer Counties.

Text message gift card scam warning

Mobile telephone users are receiving text messages stating they have won a $1,000 Target Gift Card. This is a scam. Target Corporation does not engage in this type of activity.

Colorado wildfire scam alert

Colorado is being ravaged by wildfires impacting the lives of numerous Coloradans. The 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office wants to warn consumers that during times of disaster, charity fraud increases and to be wary of giving to fraudulent fundraisers. Consumers need to give wisely. If you are considering contributing to a charity, consider these consumer protection tips:

Coloradans Against Auto Theft launches new public awareness campaign

When:             July 10, 10:30 a.m.

Where:            Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Parking: upper north lot or upper circle lots

Man could face up to 5 years in prison and up to $250,000 in fines for allegedly not paying taxes

William M. Rogers, Jr., age 69, of Castle Rock, Colorado, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Denver on Tuesday, April 10, 2012, for income tax evasion and obstructing and impeding the Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, IRS – Criminal Investigation, and Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration announced. Roger was arrested by federal agents on Thursday, April 12, 2012.  Rogers is scheduled to appear in U.S. District Court in Denver today where he will be advised of the charges pending against him.

CSU football coach releases statement about players accused of beating up fellow students

CSU football coach releases statement about players accused of beating up fellow students

“At this point, the three players reported to be involved in the incident over the weekend are indefinitely suspended from the football program. That means they are effectively no longer part of this team and will not take part in any football-related activity. We do not condone in any way, shape or form this type of behavior. It is completely unacceptable.

Colorado House judicially passes bill that keeps kids out of adult jails

A bill sponsored by Representative Claire Levy, that would make secure juvenile detention facilities the default placement for juveniles who are prosecuted in adult court passed the House Judiciary Committee today by a unanimous vote.