North Denver Police Shootout Leaves Domestic Violence Suspect Dead
A domestic violence suspect died after a shootout with Denver police Friday night, the latest in a string of violent incidents testing the city's force.
Crime & Safety
18 Arrested in Denver Metro Organized Crime Sting, Including Minors
A regional law enforcement sweep nabbed 18 suspects, including four minors, in an organized crime operation spanning Denver and Aurora.
Teen Arrests in Two Denver Homicides Signal Troubling Pattern
Two separate teen arrests in Denver homicide cases this week, including one near DIA, raise fresh questions about youth violence in the city.
Aurora Police Dog Bite Lawsuit Alleges Bizarre Spanish Warnings
A tourist's lawsuit against Aurora police claims officers gave nonsensical Spanish commands before a police dog bit him, raising use-of-force questions.
Denver Crime Lab Staffing Gaps Draw Council Scrutiny
A Denver councilwoman says DPD is stonewalling on crime lab staffing questions, raising fresh concerns about forensic delays and case backlogs.
Bias-Motivated Attack at Wash Park Puts Denver on Alert
Denver police are searching for a suspect after a woman says she was targeted in a bias-motivated attack at Washington Park, reviving safety concerns.
Denver Police Command Staff Shakeup: Chief, Husband on Leave
A Denver police division chief and her husband are on leave amid a discipline probe, days after another commander's discrimination settlement surfaced.
Feds, Denver Clash Over True Size of Tren de Aragua Threat
Federal and Denver officials offer conflicting accounts of the Venezuelan gang's presence in Colorado, raising questions about data, politics and public safety.
Three Homicides in Three Days Shake Denver's River District
Denver police are investigating three separate homicides near Commons Park, Confluence Park and 15th Street within 48 hours, alarming nearby neighborhoods.
New Report Tracks Denver's Nuisance Crime Trends and Policing
A new Common Sense Institute report examines quality-of-life crime trends in Denver, reigniting debate over policing priorities and public safety.
9 Arrested in Crackdown Tied to Hundreds of Denver Violent Crimes
Denver police say a multi-week investigation linked nine arrests to hundreds of violent crimes across the city, with one suspect still at large.
Downtown Denver Shootings Near Coors Field Renew Safety Fears
Two shootings in 24 hours near Coors Field and Five Points left one dead, four hurt, reigniting debate over downtown Denver nightlife safety.
17-Year-Old Girl's Denver Disappearance Sparks Search
Denver police are searching for a missing 17-year-old girl, the latest case fueling community concern over youth safety citywide.
Capitol Hill Shooting, Drug Lab Death Mark Grim Week for Denver
Denver police probe a Capitol Hill shooting and a suspected drug lab found during a death investigation, raising fresh safety questions.
Fatal Crash West of Denver Puts Highway Safety Back in Focus
A fatal collision between a pickup truck and semi west of Denver has authorities investigating, reigniting concerns over metro-area road safety.
No Charges for Denver Officer in Fatal Shooting: What's Next
Denver's DA won't charge an officer who killed a 26-year-old, echoing a similar Brighton ruling this month. Here's what the decisions mean.
Thornton Stabbing, Colfax Shooting Fuel Regional Crime Debate
A deadly Thornton stabbing and a Colfax Avenue shooting spotlight calls for Front Range agencies to pool resources against violent crime.
Fired Officers, Public Paychecks: Denver Security Firm Scrutinized
A Denver security company hired two officers fired from Colorado police departments for taxpayer-funded security jobs, raising oversight questions.
Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Union Station Shooting
A man convicted in a fatal shooting at Denver's Union Station has been sentenced to life in prison, closing a case that shook the LoDo transit hub.
Denver Reopens 13 Sex Assault Cases in CBI DNA Scandal
Denver police and the DA reopen 13 sexual assault cases after retesting work by disgraced former CBI analyst Missy Woods revealed testing failures.
Denver Launches Working Group to Rethink Municipal Sentencing Rules
A new city panel will review how Denver's municipal court sentences low-level offenders, as officials weigh alternatives to jail time.
Stolen Truck Slams Into Car, Injures Denver Entrepreneur
A Denver entrepreneur was hospitalized after a stolen truck struck his car, reigniting concerns about auto theft and reckless driving on Denver streets.
Aurora Mall Chaos, Denver Shooting Highlight Teen Violence Surge
A 500-teen mall melee in Aurora and a fatal Denver chase-shooting spotlight a summer of youth violence across the metro, as officials weigh responses.
Denver Drivers Question Waymo Robotaxis After Chain-Reaction Crash
A multi-vehicle crash involving a Waymo robotaxi in Denver has drivers asking tough questions about autonomous vehicle safety and oversight.
Lakewood Murder-Suicide Leaves Two Teens Dead, Community Reeling
Lakewood police are investigating what they describe as a suspected murder-suicide involving two teenagers, prompting new questions about teen mental health support.
Colorado Police Officer Arrested in Online Child Solicitation Case
A Colorado police officer faces charges after allegedly soliciting a minor online, raising fresh questions about oversight and accountability.
Denver Leaders Target 'Hidden' Domestic Violence Strangulation
Denver officials push new measures to address strangulation in domestic violence cases, calling it an underreported warning sign of future lethal violence.
Denver Vandalism Arrest Turns Deadly After Man Goes Unresponsive
A Colorado man became unresponsive during a police confrontation over suspected vandalism, reviving questions about use-of-force protocols in Denver.
Denver Police Seek Suspect in Hit-and-Run That Injured Pedestrian
Denver police are searching for a driver who struck a pedestrian and fled, reigniting concerns about traffic safety and hit-and-run enforcement citywide.
Denver Jewelry Heist Tied to Tren de Aragua Nets 18-Year Sentence
A Venezuelan national gets 18 years for a Denver jewelry store robbery directed by Tren de Aragua, spotlighting transnational gang crime in Colorado.
RTD Train Strikes Police Truck at Deadly Thornton Shooting Scene
An RTD N Line train collided with a Thornton police vehicle responding to a double homicide, raising new questions about scene safety near rail crossings.
Denver Police Ask Public's Help Solving 2023 Cold Case Killing
Denver police renew appeal for tips in a homicide that's gone unsolved for two years, as the department juggles a violent August and thin staffing.
Denver Sees Wave of Weekend Gun Violence Across Metro
A downtown Denver shooting, a nightclub shootout, and a deadly Aurora shooting mark a violent weekend across the metro area, police say.
Denver Police Staffing Shortfall: How Thin Ranks Affect Response
As civilian roles sit unfilled amid budget cuts, Denver Police face staffing strain. A look at what it means for 911 response and neighborhood safety.
Denver Sees Spate of Deadly Traffic Violence in One Weekend
A weekend of deadly crashes, including an intentional hit-and-run and two pedestrian deaths, has renewed alarm over traffic safety in Denver.
Officer Shot, Man Killed in Golden Gas Station Shooting
A Golden police officer was shot and a man killed during a gas station confrontation, prompting a multi-agency investigation into the shooting.
North Denver Stabbing, Street Takeover Test Thin Police Ranks
A weekend stabbing and an illegal street takeover in Denver highlight strains on a police force facing civilian staffing cuts amid budget pressures.
Deadly Weekend on I-25: Pedestrian Killed as Denver Traffic Fatalities Mount
A pedestrian died and multiple people were injured in a Saturday I-25 crash, part of a string of deadly incidents raising questions about Denver traffic safety.
Denver Bar Shooting, Teen Murder Cases Expose Deeper Safety Gaps
A deadly south Denver bar shooting and juvenile suspects with prior records raise questions about intervention points before violence escalates.
When Kids Kill: Denver's Youth Charged in Two Homicide Cases
Denver police arrested boys as young as 12 in two separate homicide cases this week, as citywide homicides rise amid debate over causes.
Denver Sees Cluster of Violent Stabbings Amid Holiday Week
A fatal stabbing and knife-related police shooting in Denver this week renew questions about summer violence and public safety response.
DPD Warns of 'Dangerous Pattern' in Deadly Car Theft Confrontations
Denver Police say two vehicle owners were shot and killed confronting theft suspects, urging residents to call 911 instead of intervening.
Man's Long Arrest History Renews Debate on Denver Police Shooting
A man shot by Denver police at a gas station had at least 15 prior arrests, records show, reigniting debate over policing, mental health and public safety.
Wave of Shootings This Week Puts Spotlight on Denver, Aurora Safety
Separate shootings in Capitol Hill, near 13th and Pearl, and across Aurora this week renew questions about gun violence trends in the metro area.
Auto Theft Task Force Shootings Renew Denver Force Scrutiny
Two separate Denver police shootings of auto theft suspects in a single week reignite debate over use-of-force tactics and public safety trade-offs.
Denver Crime Lab Backlog Raises Alarms Over Delayed Justice
A staffing shortage at Denver's crime lab has left evidence untested for months, worrying prosecutors, defense attorneys and crime victims alike.
Denver's Federal Gun Law Fight Meets a Violent Year on Streets
As the Trump administration sues Denver over its 1989 assault weapons ban, the city grapples with a violent start to 2026 and fresh questions about policing.
No Homicide Charges Filed in Russell Square Park Double Killing
Denver police say no homicide charges will be filed after a second victim died in the Easter Sunday shooting at Russell Square Park, as investigators identify a suspect.
Easter Weekend Violence in Denver Spotlights Public Safety Debate
A string of shootings across Denver, including a deadly Easter Sunday attack at Russell Square Park, has renewed scrutiny of the city's public safety strategy.
Denver Police Alley Shooting Highlights Use of Force Concerns
A man shot by Denver police in an armed alley confrontation has died, raising questions about police use of force protocols and community safety.
Denver Police Union Contract Negotiations Amid Rising Use of Force Cases
Denver City Council weighs police union deal as recent officer-involved shootings prompt questions about accountability and public safety.