Crime

Pagosa Springs man arrested for arson

A Pagosa Springs man was arrested on Saturday, Aug. 29, on suspicion of fourth-degree arson. According to Pagosa Springs Police Chief William Rockensock, the agency received a report of …

Guilty plea entered in 2025 fatal crash

On Thursday, Aug. 13, Justin Levi McCelvey, 39, of New Braunfels, Texas, entered a guilty plea related to his involvement in a fatal 2025 crash that occurred south of Pagosa Springs. The …

The Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority (CATPA) wants to provide the information and resources to help owners of Hyundai and Kia vehicles ward off would-be car thieves. These vehicles, …

Utah triple homicide suspect extradited

In a switch from earlier statements that he would fight extradition, Ivan W. Miller, the 22-year-old suspect in a March 4 triple homicide in Utah, waived extradition during a court appearance on …

The Colorado State Patrol is asking the public for assistance with a serious injury hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian on Wednesday, March 4, in Archuleta County, near Pagosa Springs. On …

Utah homicide suspect to fight extradition

The suspect in a triple homicide in Utah was arrested in Pagosa Springs early the morning of Thursday, March 5, during a multistate effort.   Ivan W. Miller, 22, of Blakesburg, Iowa, was …

Colorado DMV flags new round of fraudulent texts

They’re at it again — and we’re onto them. The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is warning residents that scammers have launched a fresh round of fraudulent texts impersonating the …

The suspect in a triple homicide in Utah was arrested in Pagosa Springs early the morning of March 5 during a multistate effort. Ivan W. Miller, 22, of Blakesburg, Iowa, was arrested on a …

Triple homicide suspect arrested in Pagosa Springs

At approximately 11:10 p.m. on Wednesday, March 4, the Pagosa Springs Police Department (PSPD) and Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office were notified of a possible stolen vehicle related to three …

The Colorado Safe Futures Fund (CSFF) announced $770,000 in inaugural grants to 18 Colorado organizations working to prevent firearm-related injuries and deaths — a leading cause of preventable …

6th Judicial District to host free legal resource day Oct. 21

Going to court without an attorney may seem intimidating or overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be, thanks to free programs offered through the Colorado Judicial Department. Recognizing …

Arrest made in Town Park restroom arson incident

At approximately 7:02 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 9,  Pagosa Springs Police officers responded to a report of vandalism at the Town Park restroom facilities located at 351 Hermosa St. Upon …

Charges filed in connection with Oak Fire

Charges related to the recent Oak Fire were filed against two Archuleta County men on Aug. 27. The defendants — Ross Edward Heirigs, 60, and Sergio G. Alaniz, 41 — each face three charges of fourth-degree arson.

Arrests made in connection with Oak Fire ignition

According to the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO), on Sunday, Aug. 17, at 5:46 p.m., deputies arrested two male suspects in connection with the Oak Fire started by an illegal burn at 152 Oak Drive in Aspen Springs.

Charges filed in June 12 arson incident

Charges were filed against William Wayne Bryant, 71, a resident of Archuleta County, on Wednesday afternoon, July 23, related to his suspected involvement in a June 12 arson incident that affected …

At its July 22 meeting, the board of the Upper San Juan Health Service District, which oversees Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC), approved a resolution allowing for the installation of a license …

6th Judicial District announces district court vacancy

The 6th Judicial District Nominating Commission will meet Aug. 4 at La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 East Second Ave. in Durango, to interview and select nominees for appointment by the governor to …

Investigation into arson at county offices ongoing

A June 12 act of arson at the county’s offices at 449 San Juan St. left the county working to relocate those offices and meet deadlines related to property valuations and property tax payments.

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