Press Releases

Sheriff’s Office Investigates Boca Chica Heights Fire

Mar 15, 2018 - 12:55pm

On Thursday, March 15, 2018, at approximately 10:43 am, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office received several reports of a vehicle fire in the area of Avenida Hermosa View and Boca Chica Heights.  Numerous departments from surrounding jurisdictions responded with fire personnel, emergency medica

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El Paso County Sheriff’s Deputy Arrested

Mar 15, 2018 - 2:54am

On Wednesday, March 14, 2018, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office was notified of the arrest of Deputy Michael Christian stemming from an investigation by the 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office.  Deputy Christian was hired by the Sheriff’s Office in March 2008.  He has been placed on Admin

MR 18-021

Sheriff's Office Investigating Officer Involved Shooting

Feb 13, 2018 - 9:45am

On Friday, February 9, 2018, at approximately 4:11 PM, the Colorado Springs Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance in the 2400 block of North Cascade Avenue in Colorado Springs.  When officers arrived on scene, the suspect had barricaded himself inside the home where the call ori

MR 18-012

Information on Funeral and Procession for Deputy Micah Flick

Feb 9, 2018 - 9:10am

Out of respect for the grieving family, fellow law enforcement officers and friends we are unable to accommodate requests for interviews on Saturday morning prior to 11:30 AM.  El Paso County Sheriff, Bill Elder will provide a live statement to the media prior to the service.  This statement wi

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Statement From the Flick family

Feb 6, 2018 - 2:00pm

Statement from the Flick Family

"Husband, Father, Son, Grandson, Brother, Uncle, Nephew. Our Beloved Micah Flick.

It is with immeasurable pride and unfathomable grief that we remember the incredible sacrifice that Micah made in service to our community and country.

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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Victim Assistance Volunteers

Jan 22, 2018 - 3:40am

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Volunteer Assistance Program is seeking motivated individuals to join the ranks of a dedicated, compassionate unit. The Volunteer Assistance Program is composed of citizen volunteers who work with the staff victim advocates to assist crime victims with short-term crisis intervention, information and referrals. These men and women provide: referrals for victims’ compensation and counseling, inform victims of case status, victim rights and help with property return assistance. They also ensure the rights and needs of victims are addressed by department personnel, and attend victim/law enforcement groups on behalf of the Sheriff’s Office.

The Sheriff’s Office will be hosting an Open House on Monday, February 5th 2018, at 6:30 PM at the Office of the Sheriff, 27 E. Vermijo Avenue.  This event is open to all members of the community who have an interest in learning about this unique opportunity. Members of the media are also welcome to attend. Guests will have the opportunity to receive information and speak with several members about their experiences in the Program.

The proposed 12-week Training Academy is slated to begin on Monday, April 16th, 2018. More detailed information regarding the application and academy process will be detailed during the presentation at the Open House.

Applications are available on-line and should be mailed or delivered to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Volunteer Program Coordinator, 27 E. Vermijo Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. Applications must be received no later than Friday, February 9, 2018 by 5:00pm.

For more information about the Victim Assistance Program and to download the application, please visit the Sheriff’s Office’s website at www.epcsheriffsoffice.com, or contact the Volunteer Program Coordinator at 719-520-7216 or [email protected].

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Hampton South Homicide Victim Identified

Jan 19, 2018 - 8:40am

On January 17, 2018, at approximately 3:00 AM, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office responding to a call in the 1600 block of Hampton South, regarding a stabbing in progress. When deputies arrived on scene they located the victim who was lying on the ground and he had been stabbed.

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Suspect in Homicide on Hampton South Taken in Custody

Jan 17, 2018 - 10:00am

On January 17, 2018, at approximately 3:00 AM, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office responding to a call in the 1600 block of Hampton South, regarding a stabbing in progress. When deputies arrived on scene they located the victim who was lying on the ground and he had been stabbed.

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Suspect Identified in Officer Involved Shooting

Dec 6, 2017 - 7:13am

On Saturday, December 2, 2017, at approximately 6:00 PM, Colorado Springs Police Officers attempted to take a man into custody on an outstanding misdemeanor warrant for Theft, near the intersection of South Nevada Avenue and East Navajo Street.  The suspect actively resisted the officers and be

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Office of the Sheriff

27 East Vermijo Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
United States

719-520-7100 / 719-390-5555 (after hours)

El Paso County Jail

2739 East Las Vegas Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
United States

719-390-2000