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• Colorado man says police department sold him stolen car at auction

  March 8, 2013 9:23 PM

  Chad Bladow purchased a car he thought was clean, only to find out it was stolen. So where was the car sold? Believe it or not, it was auctioned off by the Colorado Springs Police Department. "To find out it was stolen was an absolute shock," Bladow said.... more »

• Picture of dog in Rocky Ford causes some controversy Play Video

  January 28, 2013 4:37 PM

  A picture we received this weekend causes a slight uproar among some people in Rocky Ford. Some felt it was a case of animal abuse, but we spoke to the police chief in Rocky Ford who says it's a misunderstanding. "I believe he did the correct thing by... more »

• Police chief on leave in Canon City resigns Play Video

  May 22, 2012 8:16 PM

  Canon City's police chief, Duane McNeill, who was placed on paid-administrative leave in April, is resigning. Mayor Tony Greer, who initiated the audit, says the resignation came as a surprise last week. He says the city is now working out a plan to find a replacement; they plan on... more »

• Locals rally for justice in Trayvon Martin killing Play Video

  March 26, 2012 12:54 AM

  Across the nation cries for justice grow louder in the killing of Trayvon Martin, the Florida teen who was gunned down by a neighborhood watch captain while walking home from a convenience store. The outrage is present even here in Colorado Springs, where hundreds gathered for a march from... more »

• Dragging death suspect will not take the stand Play Video

  February 21, 2012 8:41 PM

  The woman accused in the dragging death of a local tow truck driver told the judge that she will not take the stand in her own defense. However, defense attorneys for Detra Farries did question the detectives who interviewed her and played audio and video records of those interrogations for... more »

• Pueblo officers honored for bravery, heroic acts Play Video

  December 1, 2011 6:13 PM

  Police officers who've gone above and beyond the call of duty were honored in Pueblo today. Outstanding members of the Pueblo Police Department and several private citizens were recognized at a special banquet at Pueblo Community College. Twenty meritorious service awards were handed out, including two Medal of Valor... more »

• Bomb squad says internet is to blame for spike in explosives cases

  July 27, 2011 8:39 PM

  Detonating a shoebox sized bundle of dynamite is a routine task to members of the Bomb Squad. It's what can be found online that scares them. A quick on video sharing sites such as YouTube and Metacafe pulls up dozens of how-to videos that demonstrate ways to mix household chemicals... more »

• City to destroy confiscated fireworks

  July 25, 2011 9:01 PM

  The police and fire departments in Colorado Springs will be destroying fireworks Tuesday morning that were confiscated during the past year. Fireworks of any kind are illegal within city limits and a news release from the fire department stated that many people were ticketed this year for having fireworks. ... more »

• CSPD holding news conference at 3:30 p.m.

  October 5, 2010 4:47 PM

  The Colorado Springs Police Department will hold a news conference at 3:30 to update several pending cases, including four deaths reported on Monday. The cases to be covered: The Wal-Mart homicide which occurred on 09/26/10 The Craigslist baby case The death investigation of the body... more »

• Rescue at Garden of the Gods

  August 17, 2010 8:58 PM

  Colorado Springs Fire Crews were able to get a man down from a high rock formation in the Garden of the Gods Tuesday evening. Crews say it was a suicide attempt. We at News First 5 don't normally report suicide attempts, but in this case we felt it was... more »

• Two deadly shootings in Colorado Springs

  July 30, 2010 8:44 AM

  Colorado Springs Police detectives are busy, with two homicide investigations. The first shooting death happened at an apartment complex on Radiant Dr. at 9:15 Thursday night. A 23-year-old man was shot in the head. He was taken to a hospital, where he later died. His name has not been... more »

• Update: Two arrested in suspicious powder case in Pueblo

  May 27, 2010 2:06 PM

  It was powdered sugar. That's the word from Sgt. Eric Bravo of the Pueblo Police Dept. The apparent prank was enough to force the Pueblo Police and Fire Departments to evacuate the area around 24th and Grand. Homes and businesses on Grand were evacuated from 23rd-25th streets. Fire... more »

• Murdered girl's ex-boyfriend accused of sex assault

  May 21, 2010 6:08 PM

  Greeley police said an 18-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly having sex with a 12-year-old girl whose decomposed body was found this week. Sgt. Joe Tymkowych says Robert Laurencio Montoya's arrest is unrelated to the homicide investigation involving Kayleah Wilson's death. Additional details were not immediately released. Sixth-grader Kayleah... more »

• Search on for missing Florence woman

  January 11, 2010 1:42 PM

  The Florence Police Department is looking for a missing woman. Beth Rice is 49 years old, 5'1" tall and weighing about 180 pounds. She has short brown hair and green eyes and wears glasses. She was reported missing on Sunday at about 3 p.m. She was last seen Saturday... more »

• CSPD: Credit and debit card fraud in Colorado Springs

  October 13, 2009 1:45 PM

  The Colorado Springs Police Department is warning residents about a major credit and debit card fraud underway. The CSPD Financial Crimes Unit is working with local banks and credit unions to investigate leads and find out how many victims are involved. If you haven't checked your credit card or... more »