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A man was arrested Monday morning for stealing a car, setting it on fire, and damaging agricultural land.
Just after 4:30 a.m. on January 12, 2026, the Larimer County Emergency Communication Center received a 9-1-1 call about a vehicle theft. The caller said he went into a business in the 400 block of Centro Way and came out minutes later to find his 2019 Kia Soul had been stolen.
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This morning at approximately 3:30am, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to stop a suspected impaired driver in the area of Harmony and Ziegler in Fort Collins. The driver failed to stop, and began eluding deputies, driving recklessly eastbound into Weld County. A shot was fired at the pursuing deputy, striking his vehicle. No injuries were reported.
The driver eventually stopped the vehicle on Highway 392 west of I-25, and all occupants of the vehicle fled.
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Life is hard. When you are the victim of a crime, your life can feel like it's been put on hold. You might not know what to do or who can help. Sometimes, we need help to overcome those hurdles.
You are not alone.
We are here to help.
You do not have to walk this road alone, and these local resources can help. Not sure where to start? Contact our Victim Response Team at (970) 498-7340.
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the Spring 2026 Citizens Academy. This informational program will start on February 10 and run through May 5. Classes will meet from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday nights for 12 classes, and one Saturday field day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No classes are scheduled for the week of Spring Break.
The academy is designed to give community members an in-depth perspective on LCSO operations. After kicking off with an introduction to the Sheriff and his command staff, topics will include:
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The Eighth Judicial Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been activated to investigate an officer-involved shooting.
On November 16, 2025 at 2:32 a.m., a Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputy attempted a traffic stop near Grand Market Avenue and TPC Parkway in Berthoud. The driver refused to comply and drove at high speeds. The deputy performed a PIT (precision immobilization technique) to stop the vehicle on Hwy 60 just east of I-25. The suspect accelerated towards the deputy, and the deputy fired his service weapon.
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