La Plata County Jail

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Inmate who died at La Plata County Jail had fentanyl in system

Despite drugs in blood, coroner rules cause of death is health related

October 10, 2023

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Inmate dies at La Plata County Jail

Foard reportedly suffered a ruptured ulcer; CBI is investigating

August 18, 2023

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Woman arrested on suspicion of hit-and-run involving motorcyclist in South Durango

say Brittany Dee, 24, fled to Utah after crash

July 25, 2023

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Q&A: Durango barber lends ear to La Plata County Jail inmates

Gilbert Shawcroft says a good haircut can restore a sense of dignity to prisoners

June 20, 2023

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Photos: Making the most of a bad situation

David Johnson, an inmate at the La Plata County Jail, walks into a room as “Pomp and Circumstance” plays on…

April 29, 2023

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Durango man suspected of shooting Farmington police officer is sentenced

Buck, 24, pleaded guilty to a weapons charge

March 29, 2023

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La Plata County Jail finds success in helping drug addiction with MAT program

Treatment procedures were already in place before Colorado’s new fentanyl laws took effect

February 14, 2023

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La Plata County officials tour jail

Commissioners briefed on detention center upgrades, new armored vehicle

February 4, 2023

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Rising tensions lead Durango baker to attack roommate with a rolling pin

A dispute about television volume underscored by unfinished household chores boils over

January 10, 2023

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Fisherman attacked in Animas River by hammer-wielding man in Durango

Alleged attacker told police he wanted to hurt or kill someone

January 3, 2023

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La Plata County adopts 2023 budget with 22% increase in spending

spending items include health department, jail fence and law enforcement firearms

December 13, 2022

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Bayfield man who killed three dogs and burned their bodies sentenced to jail

earlier plea agreement calling for no jail time was rejected

December 6, 2022

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FBI fugitive captured during escape attempt in Durango area

was in custody two days before making a break for it during hospital visit

November 8, 2022

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First female inmate graduates from GED program at La Plata County Jail

Durango Adult Education Center has helped prisoners finish their degrees for past 15 years

September 10, 2022

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Former employee sues health care provider at La Plata County Jail

Southern Health Partners allegedly violated Colorado’s whistleblower law

June 6, 2022

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Durango man suspected of escape, shooting officer faces federal charge, then state offense

Buck faces 10 years in prison for weapons violation

April 14, 2022

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Man accused of burglary, jail escape and animal abuse sentenced to prison

Barrett-Lesko was refused entry into a community corrections program

March 25, 2022

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Art contests brighten walls, engage inmates at La Plata County Jail

‘It's amazing what they can do with just a pen or colored pencils’

March 21, 2022

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Man with ‘metal spikes’ suspected of threatening Sheriff’s Office staff

Suspect was apparently upset his vehicle had been towed

March 19, 2022

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Woman suspected of careless driving causing death faces bail bond violation

Virginia Cundiff placed in jail on $10,000 bail

March 12, 2022

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When he’s not behind bars, longtime jail cook is forging them

Rodri hopes to focus more on his blacksmithing, with retirement a few years away

February 21, 2022

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Durango man suspected of jail escape, shooting police officer appears in court

Buck waives right to hearing, will be held without bail

February 18, 2022

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What is La Plata County Jail doing to prevent more escapes?

Sheriff’s Office says tougher protocols, a new fence and an updated surveillance system will help

January 24, 2022

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La Plata County Jail hit by first major COVID-19 outbreak

Forty-two suspected positive cases as of Friday

January 22, 2022