Tag: meth
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Drugs, guns found at Colorado Springs drug paraphernalia store: Police
One person was arrested in connection with the recovery of firearms and a haul of illegal substances at a drug paraphernalia store, Colorado Springs police said. A months-long investigation and several undercover sales involving Trippie Hippie, at 17 Iowa Ave., north of Pikes Peak Avenue, led to the recovery of 24 pounds of marijuana, as well as…
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Lawsuit filed against Colorado Springs paramedic and police officer, alleging wrongful death
A Colorado Springs police officer and a Fire Department paramedic are facing a federal lawsuit, filed Tuesday, alleging their actions constituted an excessive use of force that resulted in the death of a 62-year-old man. The man, Kevin Dizmang, died in a hospital on Nov. 15 after an altercation with members of the Colorado Springs…
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DA finds Fountain police officer’s actions ‘concerning’ but will not pursue charges in fatal shooting
The Fourth Judicial District Attorney’s Office ruled on Thursday that the actions of a Fountain Police Department corporal in fatally shooting a man on May 20, 2023, were “concerning” but did not support criminal charges. The shooting occurred the day after officers made contact with James Boyle, 51, regarding a domestic disturbance. The DA statement…
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Large narcotic distribution bust made in Colorado Springs
At least one person has been arrested following a vehicle crash and the discovery of a large amount of narcotics, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department. Police said around 9 p.m. Tuesday, detectives within the MROC/50’s Narcotics Street Team were conducting surveillance at a known narcotics location. Officers on surveillance spotted one vehicle leaving…
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Helping the Hidden Homeless
Dream Centers and Mary’s Home are transforming two meth houses into new community gathering space in ten days to help the homeless population in Colorado Springs. The grand reveal and ribbon cutting ceremony will take place on October 15. (Katie Klann/The Gazette)