Tag: monument police department
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3 in custody in connection with Monument shooting incident; police searching for fourth suspect
Monument police took three people into custody and were searching for a fourth suspect in connection with a shooting incident Saturday in the Jackson Creek neighborhood, law enforcement officials said. “Numerous rounds” struck a residence, but no one was injured in the incident, which occurred around 3 a.m., police said Sunday in a social media…
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Police planning ‘surge’ of vehicle registration compliance enforcement in El Paso County
Several law enforcement agencies operating in El Paso County will increase enforcement of expired and unregistered vehicles from Sunday to April 11, according to a news release by the county’s Sheriff’s Office. El Paso County Sheriff Joe Roybal promised a “surge of enforcement” by increasing the focus on identifying non-compliant vehicles, he stated in the…
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Beyond the Badge: Dakota Degenhart, School Resource Officer, Monument Academy
Before the first bell rings at Monument Academy, Dakota Degenhart is unlocking side doors and waving through the car line. A little later, he’s helping kindergartners with milk cartons, talking safety with fifth graders and high-fiving students in the hall. During a recent interview, that warmth was impossible to miss. Kids stopped to wave or…
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I-25 chase ends with shooting involving Monument police, says Colorado State Patrol
A pursuit that ended in Pueblo West led to a shooting involving the Monument Police Department on Tuesday, according to the Colorado State Patrol. According to State Patrol, its aircraft unit received information around 3:45 p.m. about a stolen vehicle traveling on I-25 through El Paso County. State Patrol says the vehicle was spotted 3…
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On patrol with Monument Police
When I climbed into the patrol car with Monument Police Officer Dustin Thompson, I expected a quiet morning in a small town. What I found was a department with a lot more going on than most people realize. Throughout the day, I watched as officers handled everything from routine patrols to unexpected accidents. Calls came…
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Monument Police resume community meetings over coffee
After a busy summer hiatus, the Monument Police Department is back to meeting with residents in an informal setting. Several officers joined community members this week at Wesley Owens in Monument to answer questions, hear concerns and build relationships. The department’s return to its quarterly gatherings follows a successful summer of outreach. On June 29,…
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Monument police sergeant arrested on child abuse, domestic violence charges
On June 18, Monument Police Sgt. Jose Barraza was arrested on two misdemeanor charges of child abuse and domestic violence. Court documents show that Barraza faces allegations of misdemeanor child abuse for reckless bodily injury and misdemeanor domestic violence assault in the third degree. Barraza has a court appearance for the misdemeanor charges on Friday…
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Monument police sergeant arrested on child abuse, domestic violence charges
On June 18, Monument Police Sgt. Jose Barraza was arrested on two misdemeanor charges of child abuse and domestic violence. Court documents show that Barraza faces allegations of misdemeanor child abuse for reckless bodily injury and misdemeanor domestic violence assault in the third degree. Barraza has since been placed on administrative leave, according to Gazette…
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Monument voters to decide on move to home rule government, sales tax increase for police services
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Town of Monument will ask voters this fall to decide if the town should move to municipal home rule, in a bid officials contend will give residents more say in how local government is run. The Monument Board of Trustees voted 6-1 Monday night…
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Monument voters to decide on move to home rule government, sales tax increase for police services
The Town of Monument will ask voters this fall to decide if the town should move to municipal home rule, in a bid officials contend will give residents more say in how local government is run. The Monument Board of Trustees voted 6-1 Monday night to put a measure on the November ballot that would…