Posted on: September 28, 2022
On Sunday morning, 6:30 a.m., September 25, 2022, a motorist called to report their vehicle had been shot. While driving east on Vista Parkway, before approaching Eaton Street, the motorist came upon a dark-colored SUV that had slowed and pulled over to t...
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Police News
Posted on: September 28, 2022
While you were out like a light this morning (Wednesday, Sept. 28), Officer Powers noticed headlights in the Walgreens parking lot at Erie Parkway and County Line Road.
Surveillance video detected two trucks, one red Ford and one blue Chevy, arriving at th...
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Police News
Posted on: September 21, 2022
Intersections are by far the most dangerous locations for bicyclists. According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, more than 72 percent of reported crashes between bicyclists and motorists were intersection-related. This summer, the ‘...
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Police News
Posted on: September 6, 2022
Erie is one of the first communities in Boulder County to test the system locally. How to RSVP
- First, program the number that will alert you into your contacts. We suggest a name like ‘Erie Emergency.’ Adding the number as a contact will also help...
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Police News
Posted on: August 23, 2022
Too often, we see drivers making the wrong decision to drive impaired.
That’s why we are joining together with Mother's Against Drunk Driving this Saturday night to send a clear message to Colorado’s drivers: If you d...
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Police News
Posted on: August 16, 2022
With school starting this week, school safety is on many minds. It’s been on our minds, especially those of our School Resource Officers, who are eager to return and do everything we can to make learning environments safe and support the success...
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Police News
Posted on: August 10, 2022
The Erie Police Department wants to remind kids, parents and motorists to be careful as the new school year begins. There are several things to keep in mind:
- Parents of younger children – talk with your children and remind them they ne...
Posted on: August 2, 2022
Join members of the Erie Police Department for a listening session designed to collect sentiment from the Erie community about the police department's potential use of an enhanced Community Safety Tool (K9 Unit).
When: Wednesday, August ...
Posted on: July 25, 2022
Whether it be your car or home - take a minute to join Erie Police this week and every day, in the 9PM routine to make sure your belongings are safe through the night. Safety checklists, and creative ways to create a routine are posted daily this week on ...
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Police News
Posted on: July 21, 2022
This July, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, now known as the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, can be more easily reached by calling or texting 988, or chatting on 988lifeline.org. So no matter where you live in the U.S., you can easily access 24/...
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Police News
Posted on: July 5, 2022
Amazon Prime Day is approaching. You might be expecting some Amazon deliveries soon. While you might use Prime Day for awesome deals, cybercriminals use Prime Day for awful scams.
Cybercriminals may take advantage of Prime Day in differ...
Posted on: July 5, 2022
Behavior is Suspicious - not Persons
Erie family, we depend on you to tell us when you observe something unusual unfolding before your eyes. As always, call us immediately about all suspicious activity, and n...
Posted on: June 29, 2022
What if you could provide life-saving information to responders?
The Smart911 system is a free service that allows residents to create a safety profile. The voluntary tool stores private information such as medical conditions, special...
Posted on: June 29, 2022
National Night Out is an annual community celebration and effort to reduce crime – and the fear of crime – in our neighborhoods.This year’s celebration is on Tuesday, Aug. 2 at the Erie Community Park from 6 – 8 p.m...
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Police News
Posted on: June 29, 2022
We’ve mapped out the optimal exit routes to get you on your way in a safe and orderly fashion at the conclusion of the Fireworks Show.
At the end of the Fireworks Show, Erie Parkway will be closed to eastbound and westbound traffic betw...
Posted on: June 29, 2022
Help keep our community safe and attend the
Erie Parks & Recreation rooftop fireworks show complete with food trucks and event vendors.
Cannons, mortars, bottle rockets, roman candles, missiles, and aerial spinners are not legal. These explod...
Posted on: June 23, 2022
Make sure you pack patience because you'll have company on al...
Posted on: June 22, 2022
The Erie Police Department recommends all Erie residents register for all 3 public safety answering points emergency notification systems.
- ALL residents in Erie should register for emergency alerts through the Boulder County system to receive not...
Posted on: June 18, 2022
At 8:14 a.m., on Saturday, June 18, officers were dispatched to a report of a hit and run crash at the intersection of County Road 3 and County Road 10. According to witnesses, a runner was using the crosswalk heading westbound on CR 10 and was struck by ...
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Police News
Posted on: June 15, 2022
The Erie Police Department has noted an uptick in questions, concerns, and confusion as 'other vehicles’ have increased in popularity. In the coming weeks, stay tuned for more pieces that will clarify the differences between these vehic...
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Police News
Posted on: June 13, 2022
The Erie Police Department is joining 7-Eleven and hundreds of law enforcement agencies in Operation Chill again this summer! This program offers opportunities for our Erie officers to interact with youngsters and “ticket” th...
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Police News
Posted on: June 9, 2022
Join members of the Erie Police Department for a listening session designed to collect sentiment from the Erie community about the police department's use of enhanced Community Safety Tools. When: Wednesday, June 22, 7 ...
Posted on: June 9, 2022
The Erie Police Department has been made aware of a significant increase in what is considered less than respectful park usage. Not only does inconsiderate behavior impact the quality of the experience for users, but it also jeopardizes safety. ...
Posted on: May 23, 2022
EPD is reminding residents of the importance of wearing a seat belt. The consequences of not wearing, or improperly wearing, a seat belt are clear:
- Buckling up helps keep you safe and secure inside your vehicle, whereas not buckling up can result in being ...
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Police News
Posted on: June 6, 2022
With school out for the summer, the Town of Erie Police Department would like to remind residents of the local curfew ordinance. It is unlawful for anyone under the age of 18 years old to be outside on any street, alley, park,...
Posted on: May 19, 2022
The Erie Police Department is attempting to locate an individual who was associated with a white or silver late 90s model Chevy Blazer that was in the area of Erie Parkway and Woodson Drive on Monday, May 16 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Posted on: May 25, 2022
To assess if your property is located in or near an area that has a high flood risk, or is near either a Federal Emergency Management Agency regulated floodplain or a local regulatory floodplain:
- Visit mhfd.org/floodmap
- Enter your address
- Higher flo...
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Police News
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Take it from attendee Jack Hollister who said:
"I recently completed the Community Members Academy at the EPD. I would like to provide some feedback and would greatly appreciate it if you would share with the officers and other staff of the ...
Posted on: May 15, 2022
Since the first recorded police death in 1786, there have been more than 23,000 law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. In 2021, 23,229 names were engraved on the walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. In 2022, 619 names wil...
Posted on: May 20, 2022
The past few years have had more than their fair share of challenges, but you’re all persevered and made it to this special day. On behalf of Erie Police, congratulations to the Class of 2022. If you’re attending graduation parties thi...
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Police News
Posted on: May 17, 2022
Motorists can help to make the road safer for motorcyclists.
Posted on: May 9, 2022
The EPD is pleased to share that Detective Shannon Crow was selected to be featured in the People of Public Service’s Gallery for Public Service Recognition Week (May 9-13). In remarking on her commendable dedication to the community, and when a...
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Police News
Posted on: April 28, 2022
Last weekend, at their annual gala, Commander Mike Haefele was honored as a 2022 Community Star by Rotary International. The theme of the awards this year was ‘Service Above Self’.
Commander Haefele is the longest-serving officer within the Erie ...
Posted on: April 25, 2022
The Erie Police Department has a great opportunity for the right person or persons who wish to pursue a career in law enforcement and join a growing department and community.
We are looking for candidates to send to the Red Rocks Community College Law Enfo...
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Police News
Posted on: April 25, 2022
Is your kiddo ready to ride?
Only a few spots remain for the Bike Rodeo, hosted by the Erie Police Department.
Officers will be conducting bike checks and helmet fittings and your kids will love taking runs on the safety (obstacle) cours...
Posted on: April 21, 2022
The Optimist Club of Erie has announced the details of the 2022 ‘Respect for Law’ poster contest. The contest is open to elementary school-age children (K-8) who attend Erie elementary schools. Entry forms are available at the elementa...
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News & Announcements
Posted on: April 12, 2022
The Erie Police Department is pleased to present an interactive map to help visualize criminal activity by geography within the Town of Erie. The Investigations Section provides property crime data (burglary, theft, and trespasses) quarterly for...
Posted on: March 31, 2022
It's Saturday afternoon and you're vacuuming your car. The kids interrupt to get their bikes untangled and off they go. You pay no attention to the person strolling by your house. That person, you assumed is a neighbor, knows from experi...
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Police News
Posted on: March 29, 2022
On average, 42 crashes occur each day in Colorado due to distracted driving. The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), in partnership with the Mountain View Fire Department and the Erie Police Department, ask drivers to “Put down the pho...
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Police News
Posted on: March 7, 2022
The FBI is warning the public of ongoing widespread fraud schemes in which scammers impersonate law enforcement or government officials in attempts to extort money or steal personally identifiable information.
Read more in the News Release:
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Police News
Posted on: December 21, 2021
In recent years, the call for police reform has led to a need for more refined police training systems. In order to create a safe space for officers to train and learn from mistakes, several police departments around the country have adopted new technolog...
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Police News
Posted on: March 3, 2022
The Erie Police Department recently released the 2021 Annual Report. In this edition, Chief Stewart celebrates accomplishments, captures crime statistics, and shares other relevant data of the year. View the Annual Report, and archives on the webpage.
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News & Announcements
Posted on: November 19, 2020
We are going through a challenging time as we navigate the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 is likely to be with us for a long while, and that is why we must prepare a little differently for other disasters which may affect our community. It ...
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Police News
Posted on: September 18, 2020
Escape Planning and Practice - Home Fire Safety
In a typical home fire, residents only have a few minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Escape planning and practice can help them make the most of the time they have, giving everyone...
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Police News
Posted on: June 8, 2020
Keep Your Family Safe from Household Chemicals
Chemicals you use in your home can be dangerous to your health and the environment. To keep your family safe, follow these safety tips when you use, store, or throw them out.
Use and Storage tips:
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