Glenwood Springs Police Dept

06/18/2026

Our hearts go out to Larimer County Sheriff's Office and the families of the deputies. 💙

Larimer County, we’re heartbroken to share information about a sudden and tragic loss within our agency.

On June 16, an LCSO Deputy, Sergeant, and Sergeant’s family member were vacationing together on a motorcycle trip. The men were traveling on a North Idaho scenic highway when a pickup truck attempted to pass another vehicle in a marked no-passing zone. The truck crossed the double yellow centerline and collided with the motorcycles, killing all three riders.

The truck driver was arrested and booked into the Idaho County Jail on three counts of vehicular manslaughter. Idaho State Police are investigating this crash.

Out of respect for their families’ strong desire for privacy, we aren’t identifying the deputies at this time.

There are no good words in a situation like this. Put simply, these were incredible people who dedicated their lives to making Larimer County better every single day. They trained hard, they served well, and they loved life. As we walk the long and winding path of grief alongside their families, our resolve is stronger than ever:

For them, we’ll bring light into dark places.
For them, we’ll stand for good and fight against evil.
For them, we’ll live each day with gratitude and carry their legacy forward.

Rest easy, brothers. We’ve got it from here.

💙

06/18/2026

9:05 PM - Power has been restored in Glenwood Springs.
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7:30 PM - This is an Xcel Energy outage. Xcel Energy crews are performing work to safely restore power from outage affecting the region. Current Xcel outage estimates are between 8:45 and 10 PM depending on area. Link to outage Xcel map:
https://co.my.xcelenergy.com/s/outage-safety/outage-map

At this time, please do not call the electric company to report the outage, as they are already aware of the issue and are responding.
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June 17, 7:10 PM - There is currently an electrical outage that is affecting areas of Glenwood Springs. Crews are responding. There is not currently an estimate for power to be restored. Updates will be shared here when they are available.
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17 de junio, 7:10 p. m. – Actualmente hay un corte de electricidad que afecta a zonas de Glenwood Springs. Hay equipos de trabajo respondiendo a la situación. Por el momento no se dispone de una estimación sobre cuándo se restablecerá el servicio. Se publicarán actualizaciones aquí a medida que estén disponibles.

9:05 PM - Power has been restored in Glenwood Springs.
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7:30 PM - This is an Xcel Energy outage. Xcel Energy crews are performing work to safely restore power from outage affecting the region. Current Xcel outage estimates are between 8:45 and 10 PM depending on area. Link to outage Xcel map:
https://co.my.xcelenergy.com/s/outage-safety/outage-map

At this time, please do not call the electric company to report the outage, as they are already aware of the issue and are responding.
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7:30 PM - Este es un corte de energía de Xcel Energy. Los equipos de Xcel Energy están trabajando para restablecer el servicio eléctrico de manera segura en las zonas afectadas. Actualmente, Xcel estima que el servicio podría restablecerse entre las 8:45 p. m. y las 10:00 p. m., dependiendo del área.

Por el momento, no es necesario llamar a la compañía eléctrica para reportar el corte, ya que están al tanto de la situación y trabajando para resolverla.
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June 17, 7:10 PM - There is currently an electrical outage that is affecting areas of Glenwood Springs. Crews are responding. There is not currently an estimate for power to be restored. Updates will be shared here when they are available.
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17 de junio, 7:10 p. m. – Actualmente hay un corte de electricidad que afecta a zonas de Glenwood Springs. Hay equipos de trabajo respondiendo a la situación. Por el momento no se dispone de una estimación sobre cuándo se restablecerá el servicio. Se publicarán actualizaciones aquí a medida que estén disponibles.

06/16/2026

We are excited to introduce the newest additions to the Glenwood Springs Police Department, Officer Herbert and K-9 Hera!

Officer Herbert joins us as a lateral transfer and brings a strong commitment to serving and protecting our community. Alongside K-9 Hera, they will be a tremendous asset to our department and will complement the outstanding work already being done by Sergeant Frantz and K-9 Tyr.

We are fortunate to have two K-9 teams serving our community, a valuable resource that enhances our department’s capabilities and public safety efforts. It is also especially noteworthy that both of our K-9 teams are female handlers—a rare distinction in law enforcement and one that reflects the talent, dedication, and professionalism of the officers who serve our community.

Please join us in giving Officer Herbert and K-9 Hera a warm welcome to the Glenwood Springs Police Department!
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¡Nos complace presentar a las nuevas integrantes del Departamento de Policía de Glenwood Springs, la Oficial Herbert y la K-9 Hera!

La Oficial Herbert se une a nosotros como transferencia lateral y aporta un fuerte compromiso al servicio y la protección de nuestra comunidad. Junto con la K-9 Hera, serán un gran recurso para nuestro departamento y complementarán el excelente trabajo que ya realizan la Sargenta Frantz y el K-9 Tyr.

Nos sentimos afortunados de contar con dos equipos K-9 al servicio de nuestra comunidad, un recurso invaluable que fortalece las capacidades de nuestro departamento y nuestros esfuerzos por mantener la seguridad pública. También es especialmente destacable que ambos equipos K-9 estén conformados por mujeres manejadoras, una distinción poco común en las fuerzas del orden que refleja el talento, la dedicación y el profesionalismo de las oficiales que sirven a nuestra comunidad.

¡Acompáñenos a dar una cálida bienvenida a la Oficial Herbert y a la K-9 Hera al Departamento de Policía de Glenwood Springs!

06/15/2026

UPDATE: 1:16pm
The scene is clear. The event was unfounded.
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Police are responding to a panic alarm at west Glenwood Alpine bank. Please avoid the area.
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ACTUALIZACIÓN: 1:16 p. m.
La situación está controlada. El incidente resultó ser sin fundamento.
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La policía está respondiendo a una alarma de pánico en el banco Alpine de West Glenwood. Por favor, evite el área.

06/11/2026

Garfield County Emergency Communications Authority
It's hot and windy outside. We've had a fire everyday so far this week. Let's break the streak, Garfield County! Here's how YOU can help:
🌿 Clear dry weeds, grass, and debris around your home.
🪵 Keep firewood and combustible materials away from structures.
🚬 Fully extinguish ci******es and never toss them from a vehicle.
🔗 Secure trailer chains to prevent sparks on the roadway.
🛠️ Avoid mowing or using equipment during the hottest, driest part of the day.
🧯 Carry a fire extinguisher and know how to use it.
👀 If you see smoke or fire, report it immediately.

Some stats from Dispatch for these incidents:
🔥 Monday's Samson Mesa Fire: reported around 2:30 PM, generated 53 calls in the first hour.
🔥 Tuesday's Paradise Creek Fire: reported around 3:00 PM, generated 73 calls in the first hour. Calls continued into the night on this one with 354 coming in between when the fire started and midnight (this is more than a full day's worth in only 9 hours).
🔥 Wednesday's Willow Fire: reported around 4:00 PM, generated 115 calls in the first hour.

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

🚨 Public Safety Alert 🚨

5:56 pm ~ Clarification, resources are at the South Hall under the grandstand at the Garfield County Fairgrounds.
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- 5:22 pm ~ Those displaced by the North Rifle fires may seek refuge at the Garfield County Fairgrounds, where the Red Cross and DHS will provide support.
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- 5:16 pm ~ @ Journey Home Animal Care Center will accept any pets from evacuated families. The shelter is open to help. Address: 1500 Prefontaine Ave, Rifle, CO 81650. phone: (970) 625-8808
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- 5:07 West 30th has been closed.
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First responders are on the scene of a fire near Highway 13 and W. 26th Street in north Rifle.

West 26th Street is closed at this time.

Please avoid the area at this time and use alternate routes if possible. Emergency personnel are actively working in the area.
We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Updates will be given as soon as possible.

06/10/2026

UPDATE 1:00 pm

Incident Commander Hostetler has declared the fire contained after firefighters successfully secured the established perimeter.

Fuels within the interior of the fire perimeter are expected to continue burning over the next few days, and smoke will remain visible in the area. Firefighters will continue to monitor the fire and address any concerns as needed.

A special thank you to the 24 Diamond Mountain Hotshots from California for their hard work and assistance on the fire this morning. The crew will be released from the incident at 2:00 p.m. today. We appreciate their dedication and support.

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UPDATE 9:50 am:

Firefighters continue to work in steep, rocky terrain to strengthen containment lines and suppress remaining hot spots. Updated mapping has more accurately measured the fire at 4.54 acres.

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Paradise Creek Fire
Morning Update

Crews are continuing suppression efforts today. Approximately 30 firefighters and agency partners attended this morning's briefing Incident objectives include firefighter and resident safety, achieving full containment, and minimizing additional impacts to I-70.

For firefighter safety and access, the slow lane of westbound I-70 in the incident area is expected to remain closed throughout the day. Please use caution and expect delays while traveling through the area.

Thank you for your patience and support.

06/10/2026

UPDATE 9:50 am:
Firefighters continue to work in steep, rocky terrain to strengthen containment lines and suppress remaining hot spots. Updated mapping has more accurately measured the fire at 4.54 acres.
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Paradise Creek Fire
Morning Update
Crews are continuing suppression efforts today. Approximately 30 firefighters and agency partners attended this morning's briefing Incident objectives include firefighter and resident safety, achieving full containment, and minimizing additional impacts to I-70.
For firefighter safety and access, the slow lane of westbound I-70 in the incident area is expected to remain closed throughout the day. Please use caution and expect delays while traveling through the area.
Thank you for your patience and support.

06/10/2026

COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION:
🚫I-70 both directions is CLOSED🚫 - 6:20 p.m. (6/8/2026)
I-70 remains closed in both directions from Chacra, Mile Point 109, to Dotsero, MP 133, due to an active fire. There is no estimated time for opening. Commuters are encouraged to use the norther detour route.
Westbound travelers:
- Take the Wolcott Exit, 159, north on CO 131, to US 40. Stay on US 40 past Craig, then take CO 13 southbound back to I-70 at Rifle.
Eastbound travelers:
- Take the Rifle Exit north on CO 13 to US 40. Take US 40 through Craig to CO 131. Take CO 131 south to Wolcott and back onto I-70.
For further updates, check COtrip.org or the COtrip Planner App.

❗️TRAVEL ALERT | ROAD CLOSURE - I-70 from Chacra to Dotsero❗️

⚠️UPDATE - 8:10 p.m. (6/9) - I-70 eastbound is now open in both lanes. I-70 westbound is opening in stages. Traffic at the Glenwood Springs exit, 116, is being released westbound through one open lane on I-70 in the first stage. Once that queue has been lessened, westbound traffic held at the Dotsero exit, 133, will be released.

🚫I-70 both directions is CLOSED🚫 - 6:20 p.m. (6/9/2026) - I-70 remains closed in both directions from Chacra, Mile Point 109, to Dotsero, MP 133, due to an active fire. There is no estimated time for opening. Commuters are encouraged to use the norther detour route.

Westbound travelers:
- Take the Wolcott Exit, 159, north on CO 131, to US 40. Stay on US 40 past Craig, then take CO 13 southbound back to I-70 at Rifle.

Eastbound travelers:
- Take the Rifle Exit north on CO 13 to US 40. Take US 40 through Craig to CO 131. Take CO 131 south to Wolcott and back onto I-70.

For further updates, check COtrip.org or the Planner App.