All Entries in the "Law Enforcement" Category
Prowers County Coroner Investigating Fentanyl Deaths in Lamar
Prowers County Coroner’s Office Media Release The Prowers County Coroner’s Office is investigating a second suspected Fentanyl Overdose in the city of Lamar. The first, which occurred on May 4, 2023, involved a juvenile male who was found deceased in his residence. The second […]
TA 76 Express in Lamar, Donor of Body Armor to Prowers County Deputies
The donation of ten life-saving body armor vests have been added to the 6,887 that have been donated to first responders across 31 states. This past Tuesday, May 9th, Prowers County Sheriff Deputies received their new body armor courtesy of Shield616 and the donation from TA 76 at 708 North Main Street in Lamar. […]
Colorado State Patrol Cautions Drivers about Unrestrained Pets
(COLO) – To many Coloradoans’ pets are a part of the family and they often accompany us on the road. But how many people who travel with their furry friends are putting them into a harness, a pet carrier or a crate? Any activity, like petting your dog or reaching back to provide a […]
Council Receives Information on Legalities of Petition Processes for November Ballot Questions
Attorney Darla Scranton Specht, speaking on behalf of Concerned Citizens of Lamar as listed on the council’s meeting agenda for April 24th, provided a number of facts regarding limitations on contributions for persons seeking petition signatures to present a ballot question for future elections. Specht referenced item 1-45-117 – Limitations on Contributions, from […]
Council Members Get Hands-On Look at Virtual Reality System
As a police officer, how do you deal with a drunk with a knife or an angered husband armed with a pistol or just someone in a public setting who’s having a mental health crisis? This is an event that requires some preparation and a virtual reality system acquired by the City of Lamar […]
CSP Conducts Statewide Operation to Stop Distracted Driving
(COLORADO) – Mesa County – Over the past three years fatal and injury crashes have significantly increased across Colorado and throughout the US. In 2022, Colorado lost 745 lives to traffic fatalities, the most roadway deaths in the state since 1981. Many of these crashes are being caused by simple distractions. Whether your distraction […]
AG Weiser Starts National Consumer Protection Week with Top Complaints for 2022
Attorney General Phil Weiser today kicked off National Consumer Protection Week by unveiling the list of the top 10 consumer complaints and inquiries his office received in 2022, which included retail sales, home services and repair schemes, and automotive sales and services. Last year, consumers filed 17,941 complaints and inquiries with the Consumer Protection […]
Colorado State Patrol Accepting Applications For 2023 Trooper Cadet Classes
COLORADO – The Colorado State Patrol is pleased to share that it is accepting applications now until Monday, March 6 for its 2023 Trooper Cadet Classes. This application period will serve as the comprehensive application pool for the three upcoming academy classes hosted by the agency in 2023. In addition, the agency has received […]
Lamar City Council Updates Senior Center Hours and Procedures
The operation of the Lamar Senior Center was recently undertaken by the City of Lamar. The council, during its February 13th meeting, approved Resolution 23-02-01 which set the hours, days of operation and rental charges for the Lamar Community Resource and Senior Center. The center will operate Monday through Friday from 8:30am to […]
Colorado State Patrol Completes Rollout of Body-Worn Cameras
DENVER – The Colorado State Patrol has completed implementation, certification and training on new body-worn cameras for all 725 active troopers state-wide. The Colorado State Patrol, embarked on the implementation of Axon Body Worn Cameras (BWCs) in addition to our pre-existing in-car camera systems in August 2022. Due to the size of the agency, […]
Secretary of State Griswold Awards Over $730,000 in Election Security Grants to Counties
Security grants constitute the first cycle of funding established under the Colorado Election Security Act Denver, Colo – Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold awarded over $733,000 in security grants, which will be used to upgrade physical security in County election offices across the state. They are the first round of election security grants […]
Colorado Reported over 31K Road Rage Drivers in 2022
Colorado State Patrol “Stay in Your Lane” Campaign (COLO) – Since the *CSP (*277) program was implemented in July 1998, Colorado motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians have reported thousands of “real time” aggressive drivers and suspected DUI drivers. Last year, the Colorado State Patrol’s *CSP calls for aggressive drivers surpassed calls regarding suspected impairment. […]
745 lives lost on Colorado roads in 2022
Most roadway deaths since 1981 STATEWIDE — In 2022, Colorado lost 745 lives to traffic fatalities, the most roadway deaths in the state since 1981, according to preliminary data. This is a 57% increase from just 10 years ago and includes a record number of pedestrians and motorcyclists. Today, CDOT, Colorado […]
Council Approves 4th Extension Agreement with RB LLC
RB Colorado, LLC and the City of Lamar continue to work toward the beginning of an Arby’s fast-food franchise for 1102 North Main Street. The Lamar City Council granted the corporation a 4th, 90-day extension on the contract during its January 23rd meeting, which will now expire on April 13th of this year. […]
The License Comes before the Chicken OR the Egg
With the rising prices on eggs, the City of Lamar/Lamar Police Department understands more Lamar residents will be inclined to purchase chickens for the production of eggs. We would like to remind citizens that they are allowed to keep chickens within city limits only by obtaining a chicken license first. Failure to obtain a license […]
