On April 10, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office partnered once again with El Paso County Code Enforcement to restore a section of the Pikes Peak Greenway Trail. Several remnants of transient encampments were located along Fountain Creek near Janitell Road, an area historically impacted by unauthorized camping.

“Back in January, my Office led a coordinated sweep of the area, resulting in multiple arrests and significant restoration efforts. Honoring my commitment, we have continued to monitor this location closely,” said El Paso County Sheriff Joseph Roybal. “Let me be clear, these encampments are not just unlawful, they pose a serious threat to the safety and well-being of our community. They endanger our trails, our waterways, and the public spaces we all value and enjoy.”  

Junk Kings assisted in the most recent operation, conducting a thorough two-day cleanup removing four truckloads of debris. During the effort, deputies discovered a newly established camp on property owned by the Colorado Department of Transportation. One adult male was contacted and issued a citation for trespassing.

“My Office remains committed to ensuring that our trails and public spaces are not overtaken or misused. We will continue to monitor this area and take appropriate action to protect our community.”