The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two recent indecent exposure cases that occurred near E. Iliff Avenue and the High Line Canal Trail. Both incidents appear to involve the same suspect and occurred between 6:05 and 6:10 p.m. on Sunday, April 2.
The suspect in these two cases is described as a white male, possibly 18 to 20 years old. He appeared to be between 5’7” and 5’9” tall and about 130 pounds. He has brown hair and was wearing a dark blue or black sweatshirt, and either sweats or blue jeans.
Both victims indicate that they frequently use the High Line Canal and have not seen this man before. It is not known at this time if this is the same suspect from the assault that occurred on Monday, March 27, however, the descriptions are similar.
If you see this suspect, please call 911 immediately. Anyone with information about these crimes or the suspect is asked to contact the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office at 303-795-4711, Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867), or the Arapahoe County tip line at 720-874-8477. |
Category: Local News
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Two Indecent Exposure Incidents Occur in Same Area as Recent Assault
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Adams County to host telephone town hall April 11
BRIGHTON — Adams County’s next teletownhall meeting is slated for 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 11. Residents are asked to register at https://www.adcogov.org/videos/town-hall-meetings and include their made, zip code and phone number. Upon registering, the county will call residents back to join the meeting.
“You simply answer our call to join the live forum with county leaders,” a statement on the county’s website said.
All issues are open for discussion.
The county reiterates the telephone meeting will start promptly at 7 p.m.
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Colfax project from Colorado to Speer boulevards starts this week
DENVER — The Colorado Department of Transportation and contractor partner, Brannan Sand & Gravel Company, will begin the Colfax Resurfacing and Pedestrian Improvements project on Colfax Avenue from Speer Boulevard to Colorado Boulevard with signage erected this week.
The $5 million project will consist of milling existing pavement and resurfacing with an asphalt overlay on 3.5 miles of Colfax Avenue, and reconstruction of 96 curb ramps.
“Colfax Avenue is a major road people use to get into the heart of Denver,” said Paul Jesaitis, Region 1 Transportation Director. “That’s why this project is important to us to improve the safety of both motorists and pedestrians. We recognize that there are a lot of businesses and residences along this stretch and it is our goal to minimize impact of the traveling public and ensure that they have access to where they need to go at all times.”
The project will continue through the summer with anticipated completion in fall 2017. Motorists should expect lane and sidewalk closures, and lane shifts.
The project will be done in phases in order to minimize traffic impacts. Normal working hours will be from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for sidewalks and curb ramps from April through June. After the sidewalk and concrete work is complete, resurfacing will begin in June and continue through September. The working hours in this phase will be from 8:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Sunday through Thursday. All work is weather permitting and schedules are subject to change.
Travel impacts through Friday, April 7, will be:
Colorado Boulevard to York Street: Sidewalk closures are likely throughout the week for work on manholes and valve boxes. Lane closures on Colfax will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
For additional information, call the project information line at 1-844-281-4473, Option 1; email the team at ; or visit the project website and sign up for updates at https://www.codot.gov/projects/colfax-resurfacing-denver. For travel conditions, visit COTrip.org, sign up for GovDelivery, or call 511.
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Sketch of suspect in ArapCo indecent exposure incidents released
The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office announced April 3 it is investigating two recent indecent exposure cases that occurred near E. Iliff Avenue and the High Line Canal Trail. Both incidents appear to involve the same suspect and occurred between 6:05 and 6:10 p.m. on Sunday, April 2
The suspect in these two cases is described as a white male, possibly 18 to 20 years old. He appeared to be between 5’7” and 5’9” tall and about 130 pounds. He has brown hair and was wearing a dark blue or black sweatshirt, and either sweats or blue jeans.
Both victims indicate that they frequently use the High Line Canal and have not seen this man before. It is not known at this time if this is the same suspect from the assault that occurred on Monday, March 27, however, the descriptions are similar. A sketch of the suspect was released by the sheriff’s department April 4.
Members of the public that might see this suspect are asked to call 911 immediately.
Information can also be called into the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office at (303)795-4711, Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720)913-STOP (7867), or the Arapahoe County tip line at (720)874-8477.
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Local sports makeup dates dribbling in
Wet weather last week led to several cancellations or postponements of local games. Makeup game or date changes are listed below:
Strasburg High School’s March 28 baseball game against Brush will be made up on Saturday, April 29, at Brush with varsity scheduled for 11 a.m. and the JV game to follow. Whether the Indians’ April 1 game against Jefferson Academy will be made up is unknown.
In an effort to miss the forecast of bad weather tomorrow, Byers’ April 4 game at Limon has been moved to Wednesday, April 5. First pitch is still slated for 4:30 p.m. Byers’ games last week were both canceled and any makeup dates will be announced later.
More makeup dates will be posted as they become known. Updated schedules will also be available in upcoming editions of the Eastern Colorado News and The I-70 Scout.
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Hearing set for statewide transportation improvement plan
DENVER — Colorado’s Transportation Commission will be holding a public hearing later this month regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2018 – 2021 Statewide Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP).
The hearing will be held Thursday, April 20, at the Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT) headquarters, 4201 E. Arkansas Ave., Denver. It will be conducted in conjunction with the Commission’s monthly meeting at a time still to be determined. As part of the hearing, information regarding the STIP will be presented and public comments received
“It’s part of our short-term and long-term planning process,” said Colorado Transportation Commissioner Chairman Gary Reiff. “The STIP not only specifies the projects CDOT plans to fund over the next four years but it also identifies the year each project will be funded, based on available revenues.”
The STIP normally is prepared right after, or in conjunction with, the development of the long-range Statewide Transportation Plan (SWP). Following a project’s inclusion in the STIP, it can be budgeted within the appropriate fiscal year.
Individuals wishing to speak at the hearing should RSVP by Friday, April 14. Those unable to attend can view a draft STIP at: www.codot.gov/business/budget/statewide-transportation-improvement-program-stip-reports-information. Comments regarding the STIP must be submitted by April 28, 2017. Questions, comments and RSVP information should be submitted to Jamie Collins via email at , phone at (303) 757-9092, or mail at: CDOT, Office of Financial Management and Budget – 4201 E. Arkansas Avenue, Room 212, Denver, CO 80222.
Information gathered from the public hearing and during the comment period is reviewed and incorporated to finalize the STIP. The Plan then will be submitted to the Commission at its May 2017 meeting for consideration and approval. If approved, the STIP is sent to the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration for final approval. If the federal agencies consent, the STIP becomes effective on July 1.
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Bennett, Strasburg track teams go to Fort Collins Thursday
The Altitude Invitational Track Meet in Fort Collins has been moved up from its original April 1 date to tomorrow, Thursday, March 30.
Both Bennett and Strasburg teams are slated to participate. Strasburg’s original plans to attend the annual Tiger Invitational in Sterling on Saturday were scrapped earlier this month after strong winds ripped up Sterling’s track surface.
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Bennett baseball postponed tonight, soccer game still planned
by Steven Vetter, Managing Editor
The Bennett Tigers baseball team has had tonight’s home game against Arrupe Jesuit postponed until a later date. When that Frontier League matchup will be made up is uncertain. Stay tuned to The I-70 Scout, Eastern Colorado News and www.i-70scout.com for further updates.
The Lady Tigers home soccer match against Lake County is still set for a 4:30 p.m. kickoff today at Paul Read Field.
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Woman Fights Off Assailant; Suspect Still At-Large
The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an assault that occurred on the High Line Canal Trail near the 1600 block of S. Quebec Way.
At about 6:45 p.m. on Monday, March 27, the victim, a high-school-aged young woman, was running along the trail when she was tackled from behind. After being tackled, the victim and her attacker rolled down the embankment into the canal bed. The victim screamed and kicked at her attacker, who finally fled south along the canal bed.
The suspect in this case is a white male, about 5’10” to 6’ tall. He had a medium build and no facial hair. At the time of the assault, he was wearing a dark sweatshirt and a black beanie, or knit, cap. The victim believes he might have been in in his 20s.
This crime is being investigated as an unlawful sexual contact and second degree assault, as the victim did suffer injuries amounting to serious bodily injury during the attack.
Additional Safety Information from Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and Denver Police Department
The location where the crime occurred borders both Arapahoe County and Denver. Both the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office and the Denver Police Department have received requests for information regarding other attacks along the High Line Canal trail. Neither agency has had reports of any attack similar to this one in recent history.
With that said, criminals can take advantage of circumstances in any area, at any time. Both agencies offer these tips for those using the High Line Canal trail, or any other area trail.
· Be aware of other users, as well as those who may not be active users of the trail, or who may be loitering.
· Whether walking, running or riding, it is important to keep both ears on the trail. Using headphones impairs one of your most important senses and can contribute to conflicts with other trail users or prevent you from hearing danger approaching.
· Criminals frequently take advantage of darkness, and the natural surroundings of the trail limit lighted areas. Use the trail during daylight hours or with friends – or both!
· Always carry identification, and a phone if possible.
· Trust your instincts, they are usually right.
· It can’t hurt to brush up on self-defense tactics. You never know if you may need them for yourself or to protect someone else.
· If you see something, say something. This is our community and we can protect each other.
Anyone with information about the crime or the suspect is asked to contact the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office at 303-795-4711, Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867), or the Arapahoe County tip line at 720-874-8477.
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TODAY’S EVENTS – Tuesday, March 28
WHAT’S GOOD TODAY?
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Tuesday Tech
Anythink Bennett library @ 4:15 p.m. Students ages 11 and up will use 3D pens to turn drawings into 3D creations.
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Bennett Board of Trustees
Town Hall, 355 Fourth St. Work-study @ 5:30 p.m. Regular meeting @ 7 p.m.
EVERY TUESDAY
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Story Time
Anythink Bennett library @ 10 a.m. Kids ages 2-4 will enjoy puppets, songs, finger plays and stories that have stood the test of time.
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Family Story Time
Davies Library, Deer Trail @ 11 a.m. Ages 3-5.
SCHOOLHOUSE NEWS
- Strasburg Baseball vs Brush @ 4 p.m. (non-league game)
- Mountain View Church Breakfast, HS Band Room @ 7 – 8 a.m.
- Outlaw Wrestling Club, SES cafeteria @ 5:15 – 7:15 p.m.
- Spring Play Rehearsal, HS Small Gym & Stage @ 6 – 8 p.m.
- Strasburg Youth Wrestling Practice, HMS cafeteria @ 6 – 8 p.m.
- Byers BB (V) @ Cornerstone Christian Academy (Westminster, CO), 4 – 6 p.m.
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