La Plata County Jail

When he’s not behind bars, longtime jail cook is forging them

Jerry Rodri hopes to focus more on his blacksmithing, with retirement a few years away

DATE: Feb 21, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man suspected of jail escape, shooting police officer appears in court

Elias Buck waives right to hearing, will be held without bail

DATE: Feb 17, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

What is La Plata County Jail doing to prevent more escapes?

Sheriff’s Office says tougher protocols, a new fence and an updated surveillance system will help

DATE: Jan 24, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Jail hit by first major COVID-19 outbreak

Forty-two suspected positive cases as of Friday

DATE: Jan 21, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango fugitive suspected of shooting Farmington officer is arrested in Phoenix

Elias Buck spent 19 days on the run after escaping from the La Plata County Jail

DATE: Jan 14, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Following escapes, La Plata County budgets $440,000 to improve jail fence

No time frame given for when it will be installed

DATE: Jan 14, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man sentenced to 24 years in prison for witness tampering in domestic violence case

Christopher Clark says he will appeal jury conviction

DATE: Jan 13, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office releases second photo of jail escapee

Elias Buck, 22, fled on foot more than a week ago

DATE: Jan 6, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man escapes from La Plata County Jail, remains on the loose

Elias Buck, 22, was being held on suspicion of auto theft

DATE: Dec 27, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Law enforcement in Durango, La Plata County below recommended staffing levels

Police and Sheriff’s Office weigh in on recruitment issues

DATE: Nov 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man escapes from La Plata County Jail, is arrested in Animas River

Jonah Barrett-Lesko leads police on 26-minute chase days before his sentencing hearing

DATE: Sep 21, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Grumke, hired to coach Bayfield football before resigning, arrested

Former Missouri school teacher and coach charged with stalking, sending sex videos to students

DATE: Aug 13, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

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