Sheriff's Office Arrests Suspect for Arson in Structure Fire

On June 21, 2020, at approximately 7:21 PM, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Communications Center received a report of a Structure Fire in the 100 block of Security Boulevard.

On June 20, 2020, at approximately 11:07 AM, our Communications Center (the El Paso County Communications Center) dispatched Manitou Springs Police officers to the 10 block of Fountain Place in Manitou Springs on a Check the Welfare call.

Suspect Arrested on Numerous Charges

The El Paso county Sheriff’s Office has completed a several months long investigation into a juvenile death that occurred on March 11, 2020.

The El Paso County Jail will be upgrading many areas and equipment to ensure the health and safety of staff and the incarcerated population.  These upgrades are intended to reduce the risk of exposure and spread of COVID-19 and increase overall safety and security of the jail.  

On Thursday, June 4, 2020, the Sheriff's Office took a report for missing and endangered juvenile, Elizabeth "Lizzy" McPherson, DOB: 08/02/03.

As we celebrate the upcoming 4th of July holiday, fireworks are traditionally a major part of our Independence Day celebrations.  We hope the holiday will pass without any serious injuries or incidents tainting its enjoyment.  Currently we are under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for unincorporated

UPDATE: Our investigation has revealed Lizzy made it to Denver, Colorado.  It is possible she may be headed to Florida in addition to Texas.  We are asking Media outlets to share this with your affiliates across the country.

On Thursday, June 4, 2020, the Sheriff's Office took a report for missing and endangered juvenile, Elizabeth "Lizzy" McPherson, DOB: 08/02/03.

Previously in an official press release we asked the community to report any information toward identifying suspects involved in multiple vehicle break-ins at the following occurrences: