Paonia Police Department

07/04/2025

Hey, Paonia Fire Department do you need a cop so people will at least show up? Embarassing.

07/04/2025

Have a fun, safe, and uneventful 4th of July, Paonia. We will see you at the dunk tank!

07/04/2025

FYI all!!!!***********

As of July 3, 2025, at 5:00 P.M., Per Resolution 16-2025, adopted this evening by the Board of Trustees, Stage One fire Restrictions will be implemented within Paonia. The Fire Restrictions will remain in effect until rescinded by Order of the Sheriff, or by Resolution of the Board of Trustees of the Town of Paonia, whichever happens first. Stage 1 restrictions have also been implemented on lands managed by the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre, and Gunnison National Forests (GMUG), the Bureau of Land Management, and the National Park Service across Western Colorado. Be aware that federal fire restrictions may differ from Paonia’s fire restrictions, and it is the responsibility of individuals to know and adhere to restrictions. Visit www.WestSlopeFireInfo.com for a complete listing of county and federal land fire restrictions.

01/02/2025

Hi all. This beautiful girl was found in Paonia. Her name is Luna. If you know the owner, please reach out to Jeff at 970-209-7546 if you know the owner. Thank you!

12/27/2024

Please be careful on the roads today. Public works has been trying to deal with the icy roads since 1am. Some ideas to help you plan accordingly for bad roads:

▪︎ Leave earlier
▪︎ Use the bathroom at work
▪︎ Skip that one more cup of coffee
▪︎ Don't engage someone at home in a spirited. conversation (you had plenty of time to take the trash out the night before, you know who you are).

Be safe, stay fierce.

11/08/2024

Rest easy, Officer Dunn. May you forever be remembered for your service to our country and your community.

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the tragic loss of Officer Evan Dunn, who was killed in the line of duty last night. Officer Dunn, 33, brought his dedication and service from his previous role as an Army Aviation Officer and Blackhawk pilot to the Golden Police Department, where he served this close-knit community with honor. Dunn also actively served as a Captain in the Army National Guard.

Officer Dunn is survived by his wife, Annalise, and their beloved dog, Remy, as well as his parents and two siblings. Annalise shared that Evan was, first and foremost, a man of faith, loyal, steady, quiet, and observant. The couple shared a deep love for the outdoors, often camping and traveling together in their free time. She is deeply appreciative of the overwhelming support from the community but asks for privacy in the coming days as she grieves.

The Golden Police Department, which serves a community of approximately 20,000 residents with a team of 71 employees, 53 of whom are sworn officers, is devastated by this loss. "We are a family," said Golden Police Chief Joe Harvey. "We are very close with each other and with our community. Evan had a bright future and was destined to do great things, and we will never get over his loss. We can only continue doing the job he loved in his honor."

Officer Dunn joined the Golden Police Department as a Code Enforcement Officer, where he served for a year before entering the police academy. He graduated in July and was partnered with Officer Bethany Grusing, his field training officer, who was also injured in the crash. Officer Grusing, a member of the Golden Police Department since 2020, sustained serious injuries. “She has a broken heart as well,” said Chief Harvey.

We are currently working on funeral arrangements and coordinating details for those who wish to offer support. Our department is incredibly grateful to everyone offering support, including the Colorado State Patrol, Arvada Police Department, and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance during this difficult time.

Donations can be made to Colorado Fallen, the official donation website for Officer Evan Dunn. www.coloradogives.org/story/Goldenofficer

Further information regarding services and other details will be provided as they become available.

11/07/2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the fallen Golden Police Department officer who was killed last night by a suspected impaired driver. Our prayers are also with another Golden Police Department officer who was seriously injured in this same incident.

Please take a moment of your day to say a prayer for all those affected by this tragedy.

10/09/2024

******HAPPENING TOMORROW! On Highway 133 east of Paonia. *******

Hello fellow Paonians! I would like to give a huge shout out to these young men and women for all their hard work and diligence in keeping our community beautiful. We saute you Paonia K-8!

With that in mind, please, please, PLEASE keep their safety in the forefront of your minds and slow down. While safely passing them, give them a wave and a hearty thumbs up, letting them know just how much you appreciate them.

Stay Fierce P-Town!

09/26/2024

***Updated Press Release*** September 26, 2024