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7-27-16 City to Switch to Fire Based EMS 7-27-16 City to Switch to Fire Based EMS
The city is switching from private ambulance services provided by American Medical Response to services provided by West Metro and Arvada Fire Protection Districts.
4-4-16 WRPD to test early warning system on April 13 4-4-16 WRPD to test early warning system on April 13
Brief test will issue a tone and a verbal message at 11 a.m.
3-5-16 Monkey Mask Burglary Caught on Video at Options Medical Center 3-5-16 Monkey Mask Burglary Caught on Video at Options Medical Center
Two suspects believed to have hit Best Colorado Meds in same night
2-9-16 Search for suspect in February 4 stabbing ends 2-9-16 Search for suspect in February 4 stabbing ends
WRPD notified of the death of Andrew Dean Howton in Cheyenne, WY
2-5-16 Update Arrest Warrant issued for Andrew Dean Howton in connection with hotel stabbing 2-5-16 Update Arrest Warrant issued for Andrew Dean Howton in connection with hotel stabbing
An arrest warrant was issued today for Andrew Dean Howton (9-27-72) for Criminal Attempt 1st Degree Murder, a class two felony, in connection with the stabbing that occurred on February 4, 2016 at the Howard Johnson Hotel in Wheat Ridge. Bond has been set at $500,000.
2-4-16 Update WRPD investigating stabbing; seek info on person of interest, possible witnesses 2-4-16 Update WRPD investigating stabbing; seek info on person of interest, possible witnesses
Wheat Ridge Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying three individuals: a male who is a person of interest in the stabbing that occurred this morning at the Howard Johnson Hotel on W. 44th Avenue and two men who are possible witnesses.
2-4-16 WRPD investigating stabbing at the Howard Johnson Hotel 2-4-16 WRPD investigating stabbing at the Howard Johnson Hotel
Wheat Ridge Police are investigating a stabbing that took place this morning at the Howard Johnson Hotel, 12100 W. 44th Avenue. WRPD received call at 6:57 AM reporting a female victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to St. Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, CO.
2-4-16 Update WRPD identifies person of interest in hotel stabbing 2-4-16 Update WRPD identifies person of interest in hotel stabbing
Wheat Ridge Police are looking to contact Andrew Howton (9-27-72) who is believed to be the individual seen in security footage exiting the Howard Johnson Hotel this morning at 6:59 AM.
1-7-16 Two suspects in custody after tip leads police to house on 38th Avenue 1-7-16 Two suspects in custody after tip leads police to house on 38th Avenue
Two suspects wanted on warrants were taken in to custody at 6690 W. 38th Avenue on January 6, 2016 as the result of an anonymous tip, police surveillance, SWAT team action and interagency cooperation.
1-4-16 Wheat Ridge Police arrest juvenile suspect in connection with two gas station burglaries 1-4-16 Wheat Ridge Police arrest juvenile suspect in connection with two gas station burglaries
Wheat Ridge Police have arrested a juvenile suspect in connection with two separate burglaries at the Diamond Shamrock gas station located at 6601 W. 44th Avenue.
12-22-15 Wheat Ridge Police Department increases patrols after recent business burglary attempts 12-22-15 Wheat Ridge Police Department increases patrols after recent business burglary attempts
The Wheat Ridge Police Department has increased police patrols in the city’s commercial districts after a series of recent overnight burglaries and attempted burglaries at local businesses.
12-16-15 Wheat Ridge Police have suspects in custody after marijuana theft 12-16-15 Wheat Ridge Police have suspects in custody after marijuana theft
Two juvenile suspects have been taken into custody in connection with a burglary that occurred at Best Meds Marijuana on Lamar Street in the early morning hours of Saturday, December 12, 2015.
8-6-15 Wanted: Onesia Ann Najera 8-6-15 Wanted: Onesia Ann Najera
On Tuesday, August 4, 2015, an arrest warrant was issued for Onesia Ann Najera, DOB/10-2-1964, stemming from the drowning death of her grandson, Angel Goodwin in May 2015.
7-22-15 Hit and Run Suspect Arrested 7-22-15 Hit and Run Suspect Arrested
On June 25, 2015, officers of the Wheat Ridge Police Department responded to a hit and run accident on Kipling St. at the I-70 Service Road South. Upon arrival, officers learned that an unknown white truck with dual tires had struck a motorcyclist. The white truck continued northbound on Kipling St. without stopping.
5-11-15 Accident Closes 38th Avenue 5-11-15 Accident Closes 38th Avenue
At 0032hrs on 5-11-15 officers responded to a multi-vehicle accident at 38th Avenue and Lutheran Parkway in Wheat Ridge.
5-8-15 Update: Child Death Investigation 5-8-15 Update: Child Death Investigation
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has positively identified 10 year old Angel Goodwin as the child who was found unresponsive by his grandmother in her home on 5/5/15.
5-6-15 Police Investigate Child's Death 5-6-15 Police Investigate Child's Death
On 5/5/15, shortly after 11:00 pm, officers with the Wheat Ridge Police Department responded to a report of a 10-year-old boy with developmental disabilities who was found unresponsive by his grandmother at a home on the 2600 block of Chase St.
4-28-15 Missing: Justin Moder 4-28-15 Missing: Justin Moder
Justin Moder has been missing since 4/8/15.
4-15-15 Rich Wyatt Arrested 4-15-15 Rich Wyatt Arrested
The Wheat Ridge Police Department has been investigating Richard Austin Wyatt (DOB 9/6/63) owner of Gunsmoke, Inc. for suspicion of theft. On April 9, 2015 an arrest warrant was issued by the Jefferson County Courts for Wyatt for Theft from an At Risk Adult, a Class 3 felony.
2-5-15 Hash Oil Explosion 2-5-15 Hash Oil Explosion
On February 4, 2015 at approximately 4:28 PM, officers with the Wheat Ridge Police Department were called to a home in the 4100 block of Youngfield St. by firefighters with the Arvada Fire Protection District. Firefighters were in the area when they observed a fire at this home.
1-20-15 Crime Stoppers: Action Recycling Theft 1-20-15 Crime Stoppers: Action Recycling Theft
The Wheat Ridge Police Department is looking for the individual responsible for a theft at Action Recycling at W. 42nd and Wadsworth. On 12/26/14, a male suspect entered the Wardle Feed and Pet Supply and was seen on surveillance video attempting to access the cash drawer.
12-17-14 Arrested: Gregory Kilcollins 12-17-14 Arrested: Gregory Kilcollins
At approximately 5:10 A.M. on December 10, 2014, the Wheat Ridge Police Department received a call of multiple shots fired at the Villa Victoria apartment complex near the intersection of W 38th Ave and Quail St. in Wheat Ridge.
12-11-14 Update: Shooting at 38th & Quail 12-11-14 Update: Shooting at 38th & Quail
At approximately 5:10 A.M. on 12/10/2014, the Wheat Ridge Police Department received a call of multiple shots fired at the Villa Victoria apartment complex near the intersection of W 38th Ave and Quail St in Wheat Ridge.
12-10-14 Wanted: Gregory Kilcollins 12-10-14 Wanted: Gregory Kilcollins
At approximately 5:10 A.M. on 12/10/2014, the Wheat Ridge Police Department received a call of multiple shots fired at the Villa Victoria apartment complex near the intersection of W 38th Ave and Quail St in Wheat Ridge.
11-25-14 Pedestrian Hit in DUI Crash Dies 11-25-14 Pedestrian Hit in DUI Crash Dies
A pedestrian in Wheat Ridge who was critically injured Sunday night after being hit in a DUI crash has succumbed to his injuries. On Sunday, 11/23/14 at approximately 7:00 PM, the Wheat Ridge Police Department received a call of a man lying in the middle of the street at the intersection of 38th Ave and Tabor Ct.
11-24-14 Pedestrian Critically Injured in DUI Crash 11-24-14 Pedestrian Critically Injured in DUI Crash
On Sunday, 11/23/14 at approximately 7:00 PM, the Wheat Ridge Police Department received a call of a man lying in the middle of the street at the intersection of 38th Ave and Tabor Ct. When officers arrived on scene, they found 48 year old John Thomas Gilmore III in the street with life threatening injuries.
11-12-14 Winter Emergency Preparedness Tips 11-12-14 Winter Emergency Preparedness Tips
With another Colorado winter upon us, the Wheat Ridge Police Department’s Emergency Preparedness Office wants to stress the importance of being prepared for a winter storm whether you’re on the road or at home. Please take some time to review your family’s emergency preparedness with this Winter Preparedness Checklist.
10-6-14 Beheaded Animals Found in Greenbelt 10-6-14 Beheaded Animals Found in Greenbelt
On October 5, 2014 at approximately 6:35 pm, police responded to 4355 Field St (Anderson Park) on the report of dead animals found in the Greenbelt.
10-6-14 Crime Stoppers: Super 8 Robbery 10-6-14 Crime Stoppers: Super 8 Robbery
On 10/02/2014 at 12:30 a.m., a male suspect robbed the Super 8 motel located at 4700 Kipling Street in Wheat Ridge.
9-25-14 Possible Coyote Attack 9-25-14 Possible Coyote Attack
On the morning of September 24, 2014, the Wheat Ridge Police Department received a report of a small dog being killed following a possible coyote attack on the east side of the city near Founders Park in the 3700 block of Jay Street.
9-2-14 Missing: Sean Gribble 9-2-14 Missing: Sean Gribble
Sean Gribble was on work releae from the Denver County Jail on May 20, 2014. He did not report back to the jail that day, despite almost completing his sentence.
8-22-14 Theft from Motor Vehicles 8-22-14 Theft from Motor Vehicles
The Wheat Ridge Police Department has seen a recent increase in theft from motor vehicle cases (First Degree Criminal Trespass). These cases have occurred at all times of the day as well as the middle of the night.
8-6-14 WRPD Earns Reaccreditation 8-6-14 WRPD Earns Reaccreditation
Wheat Ridge Police Chief Dan Brennan and the members of the Wheat Ridge Police Department are proud to announce the department’s recent award of Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).
7-4-14 Suicide Victim Identified 7-4-14 Suicide Victim Identified
A female suicide victim was discovered in Prospect Park, 11300 West 44th Avenue in Wheat Ridge on the morning of Wednesday, July 2nd.
6-13-14 WRPD Detective Recognized as Officer of the Year 6-13-14 WRPD Detective Recognized as Officer of the Year
At a ceremony on 6/12/14 in Keystone, Wheat Ridge Police Department Detective Mark Slavsky was awarded the Officer of the Year award by the Colorado Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP).
6-11-14 Kidnapping Suspect Caught 6-11-14 Kidnapping Suspect Caught
On June 11, 2014 at approximately 3:00, a 10-year-old girl was walking her dog near an alley at 29th and Chase when a man grabbed her by the throat and face and began dragging her into the alley.
5-29-14 Crime Stoppers - Shots fired during Craigslist transaction 5-29-14 Crime Stoppers - Shots fired during Craigslist transaction
Crime Stoppers Bulletin: ON 05/09/2014 at approximately 10:52 PM, shots were fired at the victim who was attempting to sell medical marijuana, which he advertise on Craigslist to the suspect.
5-5-14 Missing Teen: Aquaria Cortez 5-5-14 Missing Teen: Aquaria Cortez
16 year old Aquaria Cortez has been missing since 4/13/14.
4-28-14 Wheat Ridge Officers Recognized by Alzheimer's Association 4-28-14 Wheat Ridge Officers Recognized by Alzheimer's Association
On Monday April 28, at the Wheat Ridge City Council meeting, two Wheat Ridge Police Officers will be recognized by the Alzheimer's Association of Colorado for their compassionate response to an emergency call.
4-2-14 Wheat Ridge Performs Annual All Hazards Early Warning System Test 4-2-14 Wheat Ridge Performs Annual All Hazards Early Warning System Test
On Wednesday, April 16th at 11:00 AM the City of Wheat Ridge will be conducting an audible test of the City’s 15 Early Warning System (EWS) sirens. We are entering into flood and severe weather season. Systems like the EWS can provide critical information to our neighbors during times of crisis.
3-7-14 Dog Dies After Animal Attack in Founder's Park 3-7-14 Dog Dies After Animal Attack in Founder's Park
At approximately 5:45 this morning, an elderly woman was walking her Dachshund through Founder’s Park in Wheat Ridge, located at 3705 Jay St. She was heading back to her residence at the nearby senior housing units when the small dog pulled away from her and escaped from his collar, running toward some bushes.
3-5-14 CALEA Comments Announced 3-5-14 CALEA Comments Announced
A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), will arrive in early April to examine all aspects of the Wheat Ridge Police Department’s policy and procedures, management, operations, and support services, Chief of Police Dan Brennan announced today.
Police Urge XCEL Customers to be Wary of Scam Police Urge XCEL Customers to be Wary of Scam
11-25-13 Police Hunt for the Bring-Your-Own Bag Bandit 11-25-13 Police Hunt for the Bring-Your-Own Bag Bandit
On 11/19/13 at approximately 8:12 pm, the below pictured suspect went into the Everyday Store at W. 38th Avenue and Harlan Street in Wheat Ridge and engaged the clerk in conversation. The suspect left without purchasing anything and returned about 20 minutes later with a handgun and a reusable blue shopping bag.
8-22-13 Mother and Son Stabbed on Greenbelt 8-22-13 Mother and Son Stabbed on Greenbelt
At approximately 11:30 this morning a woman in her early 20’s was walking along the Greenbelt path near 48th and Otis in Wheat Ridge when a man allegedly chased the two down while stabbing them.
7-15-13 Arrest Made in Murder of Leann “Annie” Meyer 7-15-13 Arrest Made in Murder of Leann “Annie” Meyer
This afternoon, detectives with the Wheat Ridge Police Department and investigators with the Park County Sheriff’s Office arrested 54 year old Melissa Miller of Lakewood for the February murder of Wheat Ridge resident Leann “Annie” Meyer.
7-12-13 S.W.A.T. Situation Ends With Suspect In Custody 7-12-13 S.W.A.T. Situation Ends With Suspect In Custody
At approximately 11:30 P.M. on Thursday, July 12, officers with the Wheat Ridge Police Department were called to the parking lot of a small apartment complex near the corner of West 26th Avenue and Sheridan on reports of a fight. During that fight a 17-year-old male was stabbed several times.
7-9-13 Remains of Missing Wheat Ridge Woman Recovered 7-9-13 Remains of Missing Wheat Ridge Woman Recovered
On July 4, investigators with the Park County Sheriff's Office were called after a group of people found what appeared to be human remains near their cabin around 7:00 PM.
7-8-13 Human Remains Found in Park County 7-8-13 Human Remains Found in Park County
On July 4, investigators with the Park County Sheriff’s Office were called after a group of people found what appeared to be human remains near their cabin around 7:00 P.M.
7-5-13 Police Catch Robbery Suspect Who Left Without Money 7-5-13 Police Catch Robbery Suspect Who Left Without Money
A Denver man is in custody this afternoon after he allegedly robbed a Wheat Ridge bank this morning.
6-26-13 Wheat Ridge Police will be strictly enforcing fireworks policies 6-26-13 Wheat Ridge Police will be strictly enforcing fireworks policies
As the 4th of July holiday approaches, the Wheat Ridge Police Department wants to make all residents aware of the city’s laws against the use of fireworks. All fireworks, including fountains and sparklers, are illegal within city the city limits.
6-12-13 Hammer Down Firearms Attempted Buglary 6-12-13 Hammer Down Firearms Attempted Buglary
On 06/05/13 at approximately 0053 hours, an unknown suspect attempted to break into the Hammer Down Gun Store, located at 4550 Wadsworth Blvd., Unit E, in Wheat Ridge.
6-11-13 Police Searching For Missing Wheat Ridge Man 6-11-13 Police Searching For Missing Wheat Ridge Man
Detectives with the Wheat Ridge Police Department are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Wheat Ridge Man. 62 year old Gregory Coleman has been missing since 5/2/2013.
5-30-13 Couple Arrested for Attempted Murder 5-30-13 Couple Arrested for Attempted Murder
On Thursday morning at approximately 12:53 a.m. officers with the Wheat Ridge Police Department were called to a home located in the 3700 block of Vance Street on reports of an assault.
4-4-13 Police Arrest Motel Stabbing Suspect 4-4-13 Police Arrest Motel Stabbing Suspect
Detectives with the Wheat Ridge Police Department have arrested a suspect wanted in connection with a stabbing at a motel in the city.
4-2-13 Police Investigating a Motel Stabbing 4-2-13 Police Investigating a Motel Stabbing
Detectives with the Wheat Ridge Police Department are investigating a stabbing at a motel in the city. On Monday, April 1st at approximately 9:45PM officers were dispatched to the Motel 6 at 9920 W 49th Avenue.
3-26-13 Missing Person: Leann Meyers #5 3-26-13 Missing Person: Leann Meyers #5
Wheat Ridge Police are still attempting to locate Leann “Annie” Meyer. As previously reported, detectives have recovered both of Ms. Meyer’s vehicles, a Rav4 and a Toyota pick-up.
3-14-13 Police Department Hires Public Information Officer/Training Coordinator 3-14-13 Police Department Hires Public Information Officer/Training Coordinator
The Wheat Ridge Police Department is proud to announce the hiring of John Romero as the new Public Information Officer and Police Training Coordinator.
3-14-14 Missing Person: Leann Meyers #4 3-14-14 Missing Person: Leann Meyers #4
Wheat Ridge Police are still attempting to locate Leann "Annie" Meyer. At about 10:00 PM on March 13, a citizen called Wheat Ridge Police regarding a vehicle parked in the 3700 block of Marshall St.
3-5-13 Missing Person: Leann Meyers 3-5-13 Missing Person: Leann Meyers
Wheat Ridge, Colorado resident Leann “Annie” Meyer was last heard from on February 23, 2013 when she spoke with a friend over the phone. Leann last communicated with her employer on February 25, 2013 via text. Leann has not been seen or heard from since.
3-13-13 Missing Person: Leann Meyers #3 3-13-13 Missing Person: Leann Meyers #3
Wheat Ridge Police are still attempting to locate Leann "Annie" Meyer. Late this afternoon, police received a tip regarding the location of the 1995 silver Toyota pick-up owned by Ms. Meyer.
3-6-13 Missing Person: Leann Meyers #2 3-6-13 Missing Person: Leann Meyers #2
Wheat Ridge Police are still attempting to locate Leann "Annie" Meyer. She was last heard from on February 23, 2013 during a phone call with a friend.
3-1-13 Burglary at Local Gun Shop (Gunsmoke) Update 2 3-1-13 Burglary at Local Gun Shop (Gunsmoke) Update 2
On February 27, 2013, at approximately 4:12 a.m., the Wheat Ridge Police Department was notified of an alarm at the Gunsmoke Gun Shop located at 9690 West 44th Avenue. Uniformed police officers arrived on scene to discover that the Gun Shop had been burglarized.
2-27-13 Burglary at Local Gun Shop (Gunsmoke) Update 1 2-27-13 Burglary at Local Gun Shop (Gunsmoke) Update 1
On February 27, 2013, at approximately 4:12 a.m., the Wheat Ridge Police Department was notified of an alarm at the Gunsmoke Gun Shop located at 9690 West 44th Avenue. Uniformed police officers arrived on scene to discover that the Gun Shop had been burglarized.
2-27-13 Burglary at Local Gun Shop (Gunsmoke) 2-27-13 Burglary at Local Gun Shop (Gunsmoke)
On February 27, 2013, at approximately 4:12 a.m., the Wheat Ridge Police Department was notified of an silent alarm at the Gunsmoke Gun Shop located at 9690 West 44th Avenue.