Silver Plume
CRIME & SAFETY
Suspects "with high-powered rifles" allegedly stealing ATVs in Colorado
The Clear Creek County Sheriff's Office is warning the public about a string of thefts that's been taking place in recent weeks involving ATVs, UTVs, and other items. According to law enforcement, the suspects appear to be armed with high-powered rifles while committing the alleged crimes. Cities in this area include Idaho Springs and Central City, with local towns being Empire, Georgetown, and Silver Plume. Authorities did not specify exactly where the thefts have occurred. ...
Injured trail runner case highlights spike in off-leash dog issues in Summit County
Breckenridge resident and distance running phenom Alicia Vargo was in the middle of her summer trail-running season when an encounter on a Summit County trail left her bruised, battered, and injured. Vargo — who attended Stanford University and set a collegiate record of 32 minutes, 19.97 seconds in the 10-kilometer...
This Summit County mountain town is reporting an uptick in vehicle break-ins as the summer season gets underway
Some Colorado mountain towns are experiencing a summertime uptick in vehicle break-ins as the busy tourism season gets underway and the warm weather invites people to spend time outside. In Summit County, vehicle break-ins have occurred at trailheads and in town centers, according to reports from local law enforcement agencies....
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