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La Plata County Sheriffs Office

Late La Plata County sheriff’s deputy remembered for his faith, wisdom, kindness and devotion to helping others

Dan Bender, a Vietnam veteran and longtime La Plata County sheriff’s deputy, dies at age 74

DATE: Jul 13, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Dan Bender, who served La Plata County Sheriff’s Office for 37 years, dies at age 74

Former spokesman remembered for his sense of humor, selflessness and love of photography

DATE: Jul 9, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Woman charged in Durango hit-and-run has bail revoked after holiday DUI

Brittany Dee, 24, was arrested while driving back from Silverton on July 4

DATE: Jul 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Law enforcement conducts active threat training at Park Elementary School

Residents may see and hear police activity Thursday and Friday

DATE: Jun 26, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office integrates behavioral health into law enforcement

Partnering with Axis Health System, deputies hope to reduce unnecessary arrests

DATE: Jun 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

14 new cadets set to join law enforcement in Southwest Colorado

Durango police chief touches on police scrutiny during commencement address

DATE: Jun 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Sheriff’s Office deputies form collective bargaining unit

Employees voted 30 to 14 in favor of adopting Fraternal Order of Police representation

DATE: May 3, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Former director of Southwest Colorado nonprofit suspected of embezzlement

Ashley Hein allegedly spent more than $21,000 on personal items

DATE: Jan 24, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango man arrested on suspicion of child sex assault

Cody Terrell Coley, 42, being held on $100,000 bail

DATE: Jan 5, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Still no charges in shooting death that occurred last month south of Durango

Justin Brown is suspected of stealing Randall Moon’s truck after shooting him

DATE: Jan 5, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hesperus man found dead from gunshot wound in southwest La Plata County

Investigators say no foul play suspected

DATE: Jan 3, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Man arrested after nine-hour standoff with law enforcement

Man accused of domestic violence; Residents in Haviland Lake area were told to shelter in place

DATE: Jan 2, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

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