Crime
We moved Boulder Crime News and police blotter out of News and made it a primary category. Even though crime news is the highest in analytic s some readers complain because it ruins non violent news. Our readers and viewers prefer science, tech environmental and entertainment news. So crime news junkies now have your own bad news section here.
Police ask public’s help to ID two suspects in attack on bicyclist
Aug 1st
Boulder police are continuing to investigate a robbery and assault which took place in the area of Comanche Dr. and Inca Parkway on July 19, 2013 at 11:04 p.m by distinctly clothed assailants
Investigators are releasing photos of distinctive clothing worn by the suspects, and the pictures are attached.
The male victim said he was riding his bike and stopped to make a phone call when he was attacked by two unknown males, who pushed him off of his bike and who then began to punch and kick him.
The male suspects were dressed in black and according to the victim, were wearing ski masks to cover their faces. The victim said the suspects stole money, a backpack containing clothes and other personal items and a knife. The victim says the suspects threatened him with his own knife.
Both suspects are described as white or Hispanic males, in their early to mid-twenties.
Suspect 1 is described as:
- 5’5” tall
- 115 – 125 pounds
Suspect 2 is described as:
- 5’6” – 5’7” tall
- 130 – 140 pounds
The case number is 13-9475.
Investigators are trying to identify the two suspects and are asking anyone with information to contact detectives. Anyone with information may call Detective Kurt Foster at 303-441-4329. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
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Murder investigation of CU student, Sid Wells, nears 30 years; suspect remains on the run (or dead)
Jul 31st
August 1, 2013 will mark the 30-year anniversary of the shooting death of Sid Wells, a 22-year-old journalism student enrolled at the University of Colorado. The case received prominent media attention because at the time of his death, Wells was dating actor Robert Redford’s daughter, Shauna.
Wells had been shot in the head, and was found dead inside his Spanish Towers condo by his brother on August 1, 1983. Police suspected Wells’ roommate, Thayne Smika, and arrested him a few months after the homicide when investigators linked him to the murder. However, Smika was never prosecuted because the district attorney at the time, Alex Hunter, declined to take the case. Smika left the area and in 1986, his abandoned car was found in Beverly Hills, CA.
In 2011, the Boulder County District Attorney’s Office agreed to review the case and approved an arrest affidavit for Smika. Unable to locate Smika, police are again asking for the public’s help finding him. Investigators believe Smika is living under an assumed identity and have contacted Smika’s relatives (several of whom still live in Colorado) in attempts to find out where he is and what identity he has been using. Smika’s relatives have not provided any helpful information to the Boulder Police Department.
Deputy Chief Dave Hayes, who was one of the first detectives to investigate the case in 1983, is hoping that someone can provide information about Smika’s whereabouts. “It’s past time for justice for Sid Wells and his family,” said Hayes. “Thayne Smika escaped a first degree murder charge, and has likely been living a life of freedom while the Wells’ family has been grieving for three decades.”
Investigators are still looking for Thayne Smika and are asking anyone with information about Smika or where he might be living to contact them. Detective Tom Dowd may be reached at 303-441-3385. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
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CU police to Folsom Field burglar: We have your picture.
Jul 29th
On the evening of June 4, 2013, a suspect trespassed into the plumbing/metal shop offices on the east side of Folsom Field and stole 2 Samsung Galaxy 4G phones. He also rummaged around in a refrigerator and stole a bottle of water and some food.
On the afternoon of July 21, 2013, a man resembling the prior theft suspect entered the same area and stole 3 additional Samsung Galaxy 4G phones and $2 of cash from a desk. He again opened the same refrigerator and stole food.
The suspect is a white male in his mid-to-late 20s, approximately 5-foot-4-inches tall, 160 pounds, with multiple tattoos on his right forearm. He is wanted for two counts of felony burglary for stealing nearly $2,000 worth of items.
Those who have information on these crimes but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted via the Crime Stoppers website athttp://www.crimeshurt.com. Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
To get updates on crime alerts and other public safety information, see UCPD’s social media pages atwww.twitter.com/CUBoulderPolice and www.facebook.com/CUBoulderPolice.
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