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.
Boulder police: Person of interest sought in Circle K heist
Jan 24th
Boulder police would like to speak with a woman who was seen in a Circle K store the day before it was robbed. A witness told police she had been asking questions about convenience store robberies.
The woman is shown in attached photos taken from surveillance video at the store. Police are asking her to come forward, or for anyone who can identify her to contact detectives at 303-441-4474.
The Circle K store at 3185 28th St. was robbed just after 11 p.m. on Jan. 8. According to the clerk, a customer had loitered inside the store for some time before approaching the counter and demanding cash. The clerk gave the suspect money and the suspect left on foot. It’s not known if the suspect is male or female because he or she was wearing a hoodie that covered his/her entire face.
Here is what is known about the suspect:
- 5’10” tall, with broad shoulder
- Dark eyes, wearing eyeshadow and mascara
- Wearing boot-cut blue jeans with a tear or a hole in the left knee
- Long black gloves
- Black fabric shoes
The case number is P12-347.
Police are looking for more information about this case and specifically would like to speak with the woman in the attached photos. Please call 303-441-4474 to speak to Detective Kristin Weisbach. 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.
Boulder’s newest crime: catalytic converter theft
Jan 23rd
Boulder police release photo of possible suspect in catalytic converter thefts
Boulder police are investigating a string of catalytic converter thefts that have taken place over the past few weeks and are releasing a photo of a potential suspect.
So far, the department has received reports of 16 thefts since Jan. 4. The thefts are occurring during the overnight hours in the area bordered by Colorado Avenue to the north, Table Mesa to the south, Broadway to the west and Manhattan Drive to the east.
The thief or thieves have been targeting SUVs and pick-up trucks, such as Toyota Tacomas, 4-Runners and Nissan Pathfinders, as well as one Honda Element. The suspect or suspects use saws to remove the catalytic converters, and can do so in many cases in less than one minute. The catalytic converters can be sold to scrap metal dealers, who extract precious metals (like platinum) from them.
The suspect in the attached photos is possibly involved in the case. He is seen in a Glendale King Soopers using a credit card that was stolen from one of the vehicles associated with the catalytic converter thefts.
The case number is 12-278.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect or who has information about any of the catalytic converter cases is asked to contact Detective Kipp Euler at 303-441-3393. 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.
Another Boulder bank hit
Jan 19th
FirstBank branch robbed; police release suspect photos
Boulder police are looking for a male suspect who robbed a branch of FirstBank, located at 4770 Baseline Road. The robbery occurred at 11:42 this morning and was called in as a teller alarm. Police are working with the FBI and the Safe Streets Task Force on this case. (Case # P12-858).
Witnesses told investigators that the suspect walked into the bank, approached the teller and demanded money. No weapon was seen. The teller cooperated, and no one was injured. The suspect escaped on foot in an unknown direction.
The suspect is described as:
- White male
- 5 feet, 10 inches
- 180 to 200 lbs.
- Muscular build
- Long, thick goatee and mustache
- Wearing a green hoodie with a white shirt underneath, and jeans
- 30 to 40 years old
- White beanie-type hat
Surveillance photos of the suspect are attached.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect or who has information about the robbery is asked to contact the Boulder Police Department at 303-441-3330. 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.
