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.
City Rangers have a relatively quiet week, and other OSMP news
Aug 1st
Rangers responded to:
• South Boulder Peak on a report of a lost hiker.
Rangers worked with RMR to find the hiker and get her back down safely.
• A report of a private citizen illegally grazing their horses on the Abbott property.
The private citizen set up water tanks and hay bales on the Abbott property.
A summons was issued with a mandatory court appearance.
• A report of an injured climber on the Dome. The climber fell approximately 8-10 ft,
potentially breaking their ankle. Rangers worked with RMR on this call.
• A party in Settler’s Park that had a warrant for their arrest.
Rangers worked with Boulder PD on this arrest.
• A report of two criminal trespasses. One happened in front of the Rolling Rock property,
while the other took place within the West South Boulder Creek Trailhead.
The suspect has not been found at this time.
• A report of an injured hiker on the Lower Bear Canyon trail. The hiker sprained their left ankle. Rangers worked with AMR on this call.
Cottonwood Pond Restoration
The restoration work at Cottonwood Pond and along Goose Creek is progressing. This project is a partnership between OSMP and Public Works and is funded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Cottonwood Pond, a former gravel pit, will be filled and restored to native wetland and riparian habitat. When completed, Goose Creek will meander through wetland and riparian habitat before reaching Boulder Creek. Of all wetland types, the Front Range has experienced the biggest loss of acreage in the riverine wetland type; this project will also increase riverine wetland habitat. The restoration project will also eliminate the Eurasian water milfoil and curly leaf pondweed, both aggressive non-native aquatic weeds, which currently infest the pond.
Community Outreach
OSMP Opening Art Show Evening a Success – Several hundred people, including many of the artists with work on display, turned out for the opening reception for the City of Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks art show, Art Inspired by the Land. The show celebrates art created by the community and inspired by OSMP lands. Enjoy this selection of photos from the event, many featuring the artists posing with their work.
The art show is located in the Boulder Public Library Canyon Gallery (1001 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder).
The show is open to the public and will run from July 20 – August 28 during normal library hours. Drop in and see how Open Space inspires local artists!
Wittemyer Trail Construction Volunteer Project, Sat. August 10th, 8 AM
Give a little of your summer at the second volunteer project to help build the new summit trail leading up the west side of Mt. Sanitas! Volunteers will clear the trail corridor, haul slash and construct trail. The Wittemyer West Sanitas Trail is being constructed to provide for a new approach to the summit of Mt. Sanitas from the west side. This project is physically arduous with a steep hike to the project site.
Sign up here: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=2073189375
Vegetable Harvesting at Cure Organic Farm, Thurs. August 15th, 8:45 amJoin OSMP to assist Anne Cure and her interns in harvesting tomatoes and other veggies. The City of Boulder Agricultural Specialist will discuss the history of agriculture in the area and organic vegetable production on OSMP. Learn what it takes to grow vegetables in this region (soil type, water, etc). Anne will share her particular farming methods that help the farm ecosystem and the community.
Sign up here: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=1452253309
Ask Coyote Bob!
Have you visited the OSMP kids page? Kids can complete puzzles and ask Coyote Bob questions.
https://bouldercolorado.gov/osmp/kids-pages
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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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SORRY–BCN1 WAS UNABLE TO DOWNLOAD THE PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE CLOTHES!!!!
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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.
Thayne Smika mugshot
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.”
Age progression to present
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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