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Officer Cem Duzel Recovery in Denver

Officer Cem Duzel Recovery in Denver

The recovery continues for injured Colorado Springs policeman Cem Duzel. CSPD gave an update on Duzel Thursday, saying the officer has settled into Denver’s Craig Hospital, where he’ll undergo rehabilitation. Duzel was shot and gravely wounded in the line of duty in early August after responding to a call east of downtown. The public can…MORE

Man Arrested for UCCS Shooting

Man Arrested for UCCS Shooting

Colorado Springs police have arrested a man allegedly connected to a deadly shooting. 22 year old Micahi Hughes is now behind bars on first-degree murder charges. Hughes is accused of killing a teenage male in the parking lot of the UCCS family development center late Wednesday night. The victim hasn’t been identified and officers haven’t…MORE

Multiple Stabbings Overnight

Multiple Stabbings Overnight

  A man is dead and another is hospitalized in critical condition after a pair of Thursday night stabbings in Colorado Springs.  The first happened at Dorchester Park.  In that case, the victim was severely injured but survived.  A few hours later, a man was found dead from stab wounds outside a gas station near…MORE

Deadly Shooting at UCCS

Deadly Shooting at UCCS

Homicide detectives are interviewing several people after a deadly shooting Wednesday night at the UCCS family development center parking lot. A 19 year old male was shot just before 10pm near Austin Bluffs and Meadow Lane.  He later died at a hospital. Authorities say there is no danger to the public.MORE

Man Suing Colorado Springs Police for $15 Million Dollars

Man Suing Colorado Springs Police for $15 Million Dollars

M A Colorado Springs man whose leg was amputated after he developed an infection at the El Paso County Jail is threatening to sue.  The Gazette reports that 60 year old Don Woodson blames his injury on mistakes by Colorado Springs Police and El Paso County Deputies.  He’s demanding up to $15 million from each…MORE

Woman Crashes into State Patrol Vehicle

Woman Crashes into State Patrol Vehicle

  A woman is under arrest after crashing into a state patrol vehicle overnight.  The unidentified suspect was stopped near Constitution and Marksheffel.  The driver hit a trooper’s vehicle, but no one was hurt.  The driver is charged with vehicular assault, and driving under the influence of drugs.MORE

Memorial Park Shooting Victim Identified

Memorial Park Shooting Victim Identified

A man who was shot and killed near Memorial Park Monday night has been identified as 30 year old Terrell Duran. Duran was shot in the back on East Las Animas Street and died at a hospital.  No arrests have been made. MORE

Teen Crime Ring in Colorado Springs

Teen Crime Ring in Colorado Springs

Springs Police say the recent rash of break in’s and car thefts around Colorado Springs may be the result of a crime ring that includes dozens of teenagers. Wednesday night two vehicles were stolen from the same owner. The thieves used them to ram into a Famous Footwear store near Powers and South Carefree, and…MORE

Springs Man Saves Two From Car Fire

Springs Man Saves Two From Car Fire

Colorado State Patrol Officials are calling Richard Krochta a hero. Krochta works for Savage Services in the springs. He was driving west on Highway 24 in Teller County early this morning when he saw a car on fire off the road. Krotcha grabbed a fire extinguisher, and saw two people in the vehicle. He pulled…MORE

Donthe Lucas Enters Plea on Murder Charges

Donthe Lucas Enters Plea on Murder Charges

A Pueblo man accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend has entered a not-guilty plea. Donthe Lucas is facing a first-degree murder charge in the death of Kelsie Schelling. She went to visit Lucas over five years ago but disappeared. Her body has never been found. A three-week trial is set to begin in April. Lucas’…MORE

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