La Plata County Sheriff’s Office

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Man found dead inside SUV at Snowslide Campground in La Plata Canyon

Identification of deceased and cause of death pending

July 13, 2023

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Woman found dead under truck in Bayfield

Plata County Sheriff’s Office suspects victim left vehicle in reverse and was run over

July 6, 2023

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Mystery gas affects 17 campers at Vallecito Creek Campground

Medical treatment provided to eight people, none hospitalized

June 28, 2023

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Body reported floating facedown in Animas River near southern Durango city limits

enforcement confirmed seeing a person in the water, but no recovery was made

June 26, 2023

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Motorcyclist killed in crash with SUV on U.S. Highway 160 west of Durango

was closed for more than four hours

June 13, 2023

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Southwest Colorado Regional Law Enforcement Academy graduates 11

Archuleta County sheriff tells cadets to focus on attributes when entering the field

May 30, 2023

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Texas man sentenced for burglary in La Plata County

Root fired two firearms, damaging floors, ceilings and windows

May 19, 2023

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La Plata County Sheriff’s Office to expand K-9 unit

$10,000 donation will fund the purchase of a new canine

May 16, 2023

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Forest Lakes resident found dead by Lake Simpatico

appeared to have died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to authorities

April 10, 2023

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Police academy in Mancos unveils new virtual reality training simulator

Regional law enforcement tests and learns how to use latest technology

March 22, 2023

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Suspects caught on camera at Tween Lakes home burglary northeast of Durango

Investigators seek public’s help in identifying thieves

March 21, 2023

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Do we really need this tactical vehicle? La Plata County Sheriff’s Office says: Yes, we do

$350,000 truck will respond to danger and rescues

February 23, 2023

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Man who fell for phone scam targeting La Plata County residents shares his story

Perry wants to warn others about fake deputies soliciting money over missed jury duty

February 16, 2023

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Volunteers needed to help those who have lost a loved one

Plata County Sheriff’s Office Victim Resource Team hopes to add four to six people to its team

February 13, 2023

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La Plata County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of yet another phone scam demanding money

give out any information or money, authorities advise; ‘Hang up the phone’

February 10, 2023

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Law enforcement sees annual uptick in Snowdown-related crime in La Plata County

Sobering statistics point finger at overindulgence of alcohol as main culprit

February 9, 2023

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Sheriff’s deputies take to the slopes of Purgatory Resort on new ski bikes

Ski Deputy Program is back after several years of hiatus

January 10, 2023

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Durango DUI arrests increased 14% in 2022

enforcement typically sees an increase in cases around the holidays

January 5, 2023

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County warns against using Purple Cliffs as dump site

unrelated to the former camp is driving up cleanup cost

December 19, 2022

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Shop with a Cop Durango brings cheer to children, families and law enforcement

30th-annual event helps children in need with $150 apiece to spend on toys and clothes

December 14, 2022

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Southwest Regional Law Enforcement Academy graduates 11 cadets on Saturday

Professionalism and public perception of law enforcement, continued education were themes at ceremony in Mancos

December 10, 2022

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Latest scam is swindler posing as La Plata County Sheriff’s deputy

enforcement wants people to know they will never call or text asking for money or personal information

December 7, 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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La Plata County Sheriff officer’s pants catch fire, causing severe burns

Lithium battery may have been the culprit

October 21, 2022