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Kyree Brown was sentenced today to two consecutive life sentences for murdering a couple who responded to an ad to purchase a car back in 2020. Jossline and Joseph Roland leave behind five children who were 17, 12, 10, 8 & 4 at the time of this double-homicide.
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Our Office is partnering with the State of Colorado & surrounding municipalities to raise awareness and let victims know that help is available. You can report human trafficking by calling 866-455-5075.
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We'd like to wish everyone a safe, happy and healthy New Year as we kickoff 2023! #NewYear2023
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THREE! That's how many APD Tahoe's were filled w/ toys, sporting equipment, bikes & collectibles graciously donated by Mike's Stadium Sportscards.
District 3 PAR Officers gathered these presents & delivered them to families in our community yesterday! #RelationalPolicing
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***PRESS RELEASE***
A #parolee and former Scout leader with a history of molesting children is now convicted on child porn charges.
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***MONTHLY NEWSLETTER***
In our ongoing transparency commitment to the public, we're proud to publish a monthly newsletter to keep you informed. You can read and sign up to receive our latest newsletters here:
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***SENTENCING UPDATE***
Peter Le was sentenced to 23 years in #prison for a 2018 shooting inside a Lone Tree bowling alley.
Press release--> da18.org/2022/12/lone-t
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#ShopwithaCop brings smiles to children across the country every holiday season. Special thanks to , and our community partners for helping make Christmas a little merrier this year for many families!
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We can’t thank , the Aurora Police Assoc., the sponsors & our officers enough for their love & support shown to these youth during this years #ShopwithaCop event!
100 kids paired up with an officer & got $200 to shop for themselves & family members! #CommunityCommitment
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We value our community partnerships. Our Office was proud to join the "African Chamber of Commerce" and "On Havana Street" this week for a business roundtable to discuss retail theft and #crime reduction.
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From noon today until noon Sunday, we will be conducting targeted DUI enforcement as part of 's annual Tie One On For Safety Campaign.
Join us and tie a ribbon on your vehicle to remind everyone to designate a sober driver this holiday season.
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Assistant DA Tom Byrnes spoke at the Aurora Chamber Defense Counsel public safety meeting earlier today. Topics addressed included reducing #crime overall and the ongoing motor vehicle theft (MVT) problem our state is facing.
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Shipping, shopping and charity scams are in full swing this holiday season. Here are some tips to help you avoid becoming a victim:
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THANK YOU Interim Chief Dan Oates for your service and dedication to the City of #Aurora. A search for a permanent chief is currently underway. Meanwhile, will take over as interim chief for APD.
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As the work week comes to an end, Fancy, our courtroom therapy dog hopes everyone has a safe weekend!
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Chief Deputy DA Brian Sugioka addressed changes in Colorado's Hate Crime Law at a recent #Aurora Asian/Pacific Community Partnership holiday dinner. A full copy of the updated legislation on bias-motivated crimes can be found here: leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb21-280
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From all of us at the 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office, we'd like to wish you a safe, happy and healthy Thanksgiving! We hope you'll have the opportunity to spend time with friends, family and loved ones this holiday season.
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As we enter the holiday season, we invite you to meet our K-9s with the Aurora PD and Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, Dec. 1st for the "Christmas with the K-9s" fundraiser. Event details can be found here: lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/cec253o/k9c
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Looking to give back during the holidays? APD has partnered on Thursday's 8th annual Thanksgiving On The Go with Heavy Hands Heavy Hearts. Volunteer & financial support opportunities still available.
For more info, call 720.505.3813 or email HeavyHeartsHeavyHands@gmail.com.
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It’s sickening that the LGBTQ+ community and all of our society must endure yet another mass shooting. Our hearts go out to Colorado Springs and and all who live in fear and pain today because of this nightmare.
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We are sending love & support to the LGBTQ+ Community, @CSPDPIO & CO Springs. We wont tolerate crimes that are perpetrated against someone b/c of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Please continue to be vigilant & report suspicious or bias-motivated activity immediately
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We'd like to extend our deepest sympathies to the multiple victims injured and killed in a mass shooting at Club Q, a nightclub that supports the LGBTQ community in Colorado Springs. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted by this senseless act of violence.
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We're proud of the work our trial team did in bringing closure and justice in a 1981 cold case homicide. This dedicated team was recently named the "2022 Outstanding Trial Team of the Year" by the Colorado District Attorneys' Council.
PRESS RELEASE:
da18.org/2022/11/colora
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We'd like to thank Mayor Pro Tem Françoise Bergan for inviting us to her Town Hall this week. DA John Kellner addressed our ongoing commitment to public safety and prosecuting crimes, including motor vehicle theft. We'd also like to welcome to !
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District Attorney John Kellner is proud of the work Douglas County commissioners and employees have accomplished this year. Those achievements were outlined during today's State of the County. Missed it? You can watch it here: douglas.co.us/board-county-c
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How do you benefit from thousands of public servants working for you all year long?
Today at 11:45 a.m. WATCH LIVE as the Board of Douglas County Commissioners celebrates the legacy of public service during the 2022 State of the County presentation.
douglas.co.us/board-county-c
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Another precious reason to slow down, move over, and most importantly; do not drive drunk! #RIP
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UPDATE: An arrest has been made
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#APDAlert: Two people, one adult & one juvenile, have been shot in the 900blk of S. Zion Street. Both transported to the hospital, unknown conditions. Officers are working to get suspect descriptions. Anyone w/ info is asked to contact @CrimeStoppersCO. Any updates will be here.
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Happy Veterans Day! Thank you to all the brave men and women who have served our country.
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DA Kellner recently spoke with Hablemos Hoy to discuss our October grand jury indictment of six people for their alleged roles in a series of violent crimes including aggravated motor vehicle theft, aggravated robbery and attempted murder.
PRESS RELEASE: da18.org/2022/10/grand-
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Our Office is committed to ending #DomesticViolence. The Crisis Center partnered with Vehicle Vault in Parker Friday for their 15th annual Future for Families Gala. The event raises $$ to ensure life-saving programs & services offered by The Crisis Center remain free.
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Great event at the tonight in support of the . The Crisis Center provides vital services for survivors of domestic violence in our community.
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Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday.
Don’t forget to roll your clocks back to take advantage of that extra hour of sleep. Or, for those of you who are really ambitious, scrap daylight saving time so you can get a jump on the I-70 ski traffic.
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Juan Castorena, 18 y/o, arrested today for accessory to 1st degree murder, after the fact. We continue to search for the suspect, Joseph.
Call if you have info. You could be eligible for up to $15,000 reward.
For more details, click here auroragov.org/blog/One.aspx?
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#APDAlert: Officers are on scene of a shooting w/ 4 victims in a house near 900 of N. Geneva St.
The male suspect is believed to be in the area & reverse 911 has been sent to those nearby. Multiple officers are in the area searching.
Call 911 to report anything suspicious.
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***MONTHLY NEWSLETTER***
In our ongoing transparency commitment to the public, we're proud to publish a monthly #newsletter to keep you informed. You can read and sign up to receive our latest newsletters here:
da18.org/media/newslett
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Do you have information about this bank robbery? Contact & be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.
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If you have information about this suspect in the Oct. 27 robbery of Ent Credit Union in Aurora, please contact @AuroraPD or @CrimeStoppersCO
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Our Office is hiring! If you're looking for a #career with great benefits & great people, we invite you to apply with us. We're currently searching for a seasoned Chief Technology Officer to join our team! All job openings can be found here:
governmentjobs.com/careers/da18/
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Happy Halloween from the 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office! Our staff was able to bring their children around the office today to show off their costumes and collect some candy. We hope everyone had a safe and fun evening! :-) #Halloween2022
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Thank you to for including us in this video about legal services for survivors of domestic violence. This is in a series created for #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth. #DVAM ends today, but we are here for survivors all year long.
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