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The Aurora Police News Blog was created in 2016 as a new way to share news and information from the Aurora Police Department with the community we serve. It is maintained by the staff of the Public Information Officer.
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Aurora Police Department’s K9 Deuce has received a bullet and stab protective vest. Thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Deuce’s vest was sponsored by a fundraiser hosted by Erick Bumpass of Aurora, CO and embroidered with the sentiment “Bless this K9 in memory of Officer Doug Byrne”.
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. is a 501c (3) charity located in East Taunton, MA whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. The non-profit was established in 2009 to assist law enforcement agencies with this potentially lifesaving body armor for their four-legged K9 officers. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provided over 2,000 protective vests, in 50 states, through private and corporate donations, at a cost of over 1.7 million dollars. All vests are custom made in the USA by Armor Express in Central Lake, MI.
The program is open to dogs actively employed in the U.S. with law enforcement or related agencies who are certified and at least 20 months of age. New K9 graduates, as well as K9s with expired vests, are eligible to participate.
The donation to provide one protective vest for a law enforcement K9 is $1,050.00. Each vest has a value between $1,795 – $2,234 and a five-year warranty, and an average weight of 4-5 lbs. There is an estimated 30,000-law enforcement K9s throughout the United States. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call 508-824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts tax-deductible donations of any denomination at www.vik9s.org or mailed to P.O. Box 9 East Taunton, MA 02718.
Sergeant Chris Amsler
Public Information Officer
Media Relations Unit
720.432.5095
Aurora, Colorado- September 28th, 2016, 8:57 am- E. Mississippi Ave (westbound) @ S. Uvalda St. – Aurora police responded to location on a report of an auto versus pedestrian crash involving two children. Upon arrival our investigation revealed two 11yo juvenile males were crossing E. Mississippi Ave, northbound, in the east crosswalk, heading to Aurora Hills Middle School. Half way across the street the signal began to change. Both boys began running to try and make it across. The vehicles in the #1 and #2 lanes westbound remained stopped until the boys passed by. A brown in color Buick sedan, driven by Sandra P. Martinez, 21yo., of Denver, was westbound on E. Mississippi Ave in the #3 lane, didn’t see the boys crossing, had a green signal light, and struck one of the boys. The 11yo victim was transported to a local hospital with serious life threatening injuries, currently listed in critical condition.
The Aurora Police Traffic Investigations Unit is investigating this crash under case # 2016-38876. Any related charges are pending the outcome of our investigation.
Lieutenant Michael A. McClelland
Aurora Police Traffic Section
303-739-6326.
Aurora, Colorado-The Aurora Police Department has organized a blue and pink human Breast Cancer Awareness Ribbon formation on the Great Lawn located at 15001 East Alameda Parkway this Thursday September 29th, 2016 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. to kick off the first #BlueGoesPink campaign during the month of October. This event will be filmed for a video to be released via social media in October.
This is a symbol to show our support for those impacted by Breast Cancer in our community and beyond. Employees of the City of Aurora, their families, friends and our community are invited to participate. Signing up is required at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090f48acae2ea3fb6-breast/42502158. The deadline to sign up is Wednesday September 28th, 2016, and cannot exceed 300 participants.
WHAT: #BlueGoesPink
WHEN: Thursday September 29th, 2016 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: City of Aurora Great Lawn, 15001 East Alameda Parkway Aurora, CO 80012
WHO: Aurora Police Department, City of Aurora staff, Friends, Family and Community
CONTACT: Officer Crystal McCoy, Public Information Officer for the Aurora Police Department (720) 432-5095
NATURE: MEDIA ADVISORY FOR #BLUEGOESPINK CAMPAIGN
Officer Crystal McCoy
Public Information Officer
Media Relations Unit
(720) 432-5095
Marcus Dudley Appointed to Rank of Commander
Chief of Police Nicholas Metz is pleased to announce the appointment of Marcus Dudley to the rank of Commander. He is the second African-American in the department’s history to attain a senior executive position on the department’s command staff. He will oversee the operations of District 2 and command 126 personnel. District 2 provides law enforcement services to Northeast Aurora and is approximately 101 square miles in size with a population of about 95,000 residents.
Commander Dudley joined the Aurora Police Department in 1996. During his tenure as a Police Officer he was assigned to Patrol, the School Resource Officer Unit, and the Training Section where he served as a Police Training Instructor. He was later assigned to the Media Relations Unit where he served as one of the department’s public information officers. In 2007 he was promoted to Agent (detective) and was assigned to the Media Relations Unit and the Crimes Against Children Unit.
In 2009 Commander Dudley was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. During his tenure as a Sergeant he supervised a patrol team and the Intelligence Unit. In 2013 He was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and was assigned to District 3 as a Watch Commander. In April of 2015 he was selected to serve as the Executive Officer to Chief of Police Metz where he oversaw the operations of the Media Relations and Recruiting Units and the department’s community outreach efforts.
Commander Dudley earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Economics from Bethany College. He is a graduate of Leadership Aurora and recently completed the Senior Management Institute In Policing which was sponsored by the Police Executive Research Forum.
Lieutenant Darin Parker, New Executive Officer to the Chief of Police
Chief Metz has selected Lieutenant Darin Parker to serve as his Executive Officer. He will oversee the department’s community outreach efforts and command the Media Relations and Recruiting Units. He most recently served as the Deputy Commander of the Internal Affairs Bureau where he played an instrumental role in reforming the bureaus policies, procedures and investigative methods.
Lieutenant Parker started his law enforcement career as a Police Officer with the Albuquerque, New Mexico Police Department in 1989. In 1995 he moved north to Colorado and joined the Aurora Police Department. He later promoted to Agent (detective) and was assigned to the Crimes Against Person’s Unit and Crimes Against Children Unit where he investigated serious felony crimes.
In 2002 Lieutenant Parker was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. He supervised a patrol team, the Pattern Crimes Unit and was an Investigator with the Internal Affairs Section. In 2009 he was promoted to Lieutenant and served as a Watch Commander at District 1, the Sector Lieutenant for District 2. He also commanded the Narcotics Section and the Operations Support Section (SWAT and K-9 Units).
This summer Lieutenant Parker completed the Senior Management Institute In Policing which was sponsored by the Police Executive Research Forum. He has also completed the IACP Leadership in Police Organization Course and the University of Denver Executive Leadership Program. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Law Enforcement Administration from Western Illinois University.
Other Executive Leadership Team Changes
Chief Metz also announcing the following changes to his Executive Leadership Team:
Commander Mike Dailey, the Commander for District 2 will now serve as the Commander for District 1. District 1 provides law enforcement serves to West Aurora. It 19 square miles in size and has about 122,000 residents. He will command 172 personnel.
Commander Ernie Ortiz, the Commander for District 1 will now oversee the operations of the Investigations Bureau which includes the Major Crimes Investigations Section, Community Resources Section, Traffic Section, Crime Lab Section and the Electronic Support Section. He will command 121 personnel.
Chief Metz said “There is little doubt that our nation is experiencing the most difficult and complex time as it pertains to police-community relations. Commander Dailey and newly promoted Commander Dudley get it. I look forward to working with them as they take their respective districts to new heights. I am exited for Commander Ortiz's new role in overseeing complex and important investigations. I know he will ensure high quality and professional investigations and will protect the rights of victims, families of victims and those accused of committing crimes. I also look forward to working closely with Lieutenant Parker as my new Executive Officer.”
All of these changes will take place on September 24th.
Commander Marcus Dudley
Lieutenant Darin Parker
Sergeant Chris Amsler
Public Information Officer
Media Relations Unit
720.432.5095
The Aurora Civil Service Commission is now accepting applications for Lateral Entry Police Officers. Applications will be accepted until February 1, 2017. This application and testing process will be used to establish an eligibility list for Aurora Police Academy Class 2017-1L which is scheduled to start in June of 2017. The department is looking to hire approximately 17 Lateral Entry Police Officers.
To apply for lateral entry applicants must have three (3) years of previous related experience in good standing in a full service Law Enforcement Department within the last four (4) years from the date of application. Note: A full service Law Enforcement Department is defined as an agency that responds to calls for service, makes arrests, and files criminal cases without the services of another law enforcement agency.
Starting salary for Lateral Entry Police Officers in 2017 is $58,253.00-$71,714 (determined by experience and education). Top pay for Aurora Police Officers in 2017 will be $83,572.
The Aurora Police Department is committed to maintaining and improving peace, order and safety, through excellence in law enforcement and community service. We seek diverse men and women who possess honor, integrity and who are morally sound. Applicants should be problem solvers, community-oriented and ready for a challenging and rewarding career in law enforcement.
Applicants who would like to speak with a Police Recruiter can call 1.800.637.9963 or send them an email. Download an Applicant Information Guide for more information about minimum qualifications, testing process, salary and benefits.
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Sergeant Chris Amsler
Public Information Officer
Media Relations Unit
720.432.5095
On September 16th, 2016, at about 11:15 PM, Aurora Police Officers responded to a crash on the highway. The investigation revealed that a grey 2008 Honda Civic was travelling northbound on I225 in the 200 Block north at a high rate of speed. The Honda lost control, drifted into the center median and rolled several times before coming to rest.
Both occupants had to be extracted from the vehicle by Aurora Fire Department personnel. The driver was transported to an area hospital with minor injuries. The front seat passenger was also transported to an area hospital. The passenger later died. There were no other occupants in the vehicle.
At this point, alcohol does not appear to be a factor. Traffic detectives will review this case to determine what, if any, charges are applicable against the driver. No information on any of the occupants of the vehicle is being released at this time.
The Aurora Police Department would like to remind drivers that speed is causal factor in nearly half of the crashes in the City of Aurora. Adhering to the speed limits greatly reduces the risk of being involved in a crash.
Sergeant William Revelle
Traffic Section
UPDATE: The Major Crimes/Homicide Unit has identified James Anthony Draper DOB 10/23/82 as a person of interest in this homicide. Draper was taken into custody today in reference to case number 2016-26446 (see forthcoming press release). This investigation is still active and ongoing. We will not be releasing a booking photo at this time so we do not compromise the investigation.
The Major Crimes/Homicide unit is asking anyone with information about this case to contact Agent Alton Reed with the Major Crimes/Homicide Unit at 303-739-6068. Tipsters can also use Metro Denver
Crime Stoppers by calling 720-913-7867. By using Crime Stoppers tipster can remain anonymous and be eligible for a $2,000 reward.
Officer Crystal McCoy
Public Information Officer
Media Relations Unit
(720) 432-5095
information previously released on September 10th, 2016:
On Saturday September 10th, 2016 at approximately 7:16 a.m. officers responded to the Americana Apartments located at 407 South Memphis Way Apartment 300, to check the welfare of a party inside.
Upon arrival officers found a slightly ajar door with a deceased 29 year old adult black female with an apparent gun show wound to the body on the floor. No other occupants were in the residence at the time, and no suspects are in custody.
The identity of the deceased will be released by the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office once a positive identification has been made, and next of kind has been notified.
The Majors Crime/Homicide unit responded and has taken over the investigation. Aurora Police is asking anyone with information about this case is asked to to contact Agent Alton Reed with the Major Crimes/Homicide Unit at 303-739-6068. Tipsters can also use Metro Denver
Crime Stoppers by calling 720-913-7867. By using Crime Stoppers tipster can remain anonymous and be eligible for a $2,000 reward.
Officer Crystal McCoy
Public Information Officer
Media Relations Unit
(720) 432-5095
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On Saturday September 10th 2016 at approximately 11:30 a.m. officers responded to the 1000 block of Powhatan Road on report of an apparent deceased body.
Upon officers arrival they discovered a deceased female. The identity of the deceased will be released by the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office once a positive identification has been made, and next of kin has been notified.
The Majors Crime/Homicide unit responded and has taken over the investigation. Aurora Police is asking anyone with information about this case to contact Agent Jamie Krieger with the Major Crimes/Homicide Unit at 303-739-6113.
Tipsters can also use Metro Denver Crime Stoppers by calling 720-913-7867. By using Crime Stoppers tipster can remain anonymous and be eligible for a $2,000 reward.
Officer Crystal McCoy
Media Relations Unit
Office of the Chief of Police
Desk: (303) 739-6038
On-Call PIO: (720) 432-5095
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On Tuesday September 6, 2016 officers were looking for Michael Smith DOB: 06/09/85 who was wanted for a parole violation in connection with convictions of kidnapping and motor vehicle theft. Members of the Strategic Response Team were able to locate Smith at approximately 1:00 p.m. at Montview Bar and Grill located at 11680 East Montview Boulevard.
When Smith exited the establishment the officers gave him verbal orders in an attempt to take him into custody without incident. Smith did not comply with the orders given to him by officers and less lethal was used but was ineffective. Smith instead fled from the officers while brandishing a handgun. At that point, one officer discharged his service weapon which did not strike Smith.
Smith continued to run from our officers but was eventually taken into custody after being tased. As a precaution, Smith was transported to a local hospital where he was later released. Smith is currently in custody on the parole violation. New charges are pending.
Detectives and investigators from the Major Crimes/Homicide Unit and Crime Scene Investigations Unit responded to the scene and took over the investigation into this case. This is an active investigation, and the scene has not been released. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact Agent Tom Welton at 303-739-6107.
Officer Diana Cooley
Public Information Officer
Media Relations Unit
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On September 6, 2016, at approximately 9:42 am, Aurora Police and Aurora Fire Rescue responded to the 20300 block of E Jewell Ave on the report of an auto/motorcycle crash. The on-scene investigation shows that a motorcycle, with one rider was westbound on E. Jewell Ave. A red Toyota Tacoma pickup was eastbound attempting to make a left turn into the viewing parking lot south of Buckley Air Force Base. The pickup turned left in front of the motorcycle. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and sustained serious injuries. The rider was transported to a local hospital, but was pronounced dead a short time later. The driver of the pickup sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital. The driver of the pickup was cooperative with the investigation and was charged with Careless Driving Resulting In Death. Neither alcohol nor speed is considered a factor in the crash. The names of the parties involved are not being released at this time. The Aurora Police Department Traffic Unit is handling the investigation.
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