Crime
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Robber hits another Boulder bank
Dec 22nd
Boulder police investigating bank robbery
Police are looking for the suspect who robbed Great Western Bank, located at 2775 Pearl St. a little before 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 22, 2011.
The suspect walked into the bank and demanded cash from the teller. The teller complied, and the suspect fled on foot. He was last seen running west on Pearl St.
No weapon was used, and no one was hurt.
Most of the suspect’s face was covered in white, gauze-like bandages, which were taped with “dirty,” white medical tape. The area around his right eye was exposed, and witnesses believe he is a white male. He is described as:
- 5’6” – 5’7” tall
- 180 pounds
- 25 – 30 years old
- Wearing blue jeans, boots, a black hoodie and a teal-colored ski-type jacket over the hoodie
- Teal-colored knit beanie cap, with some sort of logo or writing on it
Another branch of Great Western Bank, located at 1900 9th St., was robbed Friday, Dec. 16, 2011. The suspect in that case also got away with an undisclosed amount of cash, and he is still at large. Investigators do not know yet whether the two robberies are related.
The case number is 11-16507.
Anyone with information about either robbery is asked to contact the Boulder Police Department’s Tip Line at 303-441-1974. 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.
Suspect at large after Boulder bank robbery
Dec 16th
A male suspect wanted in connection with a morning bank robbery is still at large and police are asking for the public’s help in identifying him.
The robbery took place at Great Western Bank, 1900 9th St., around 9:28 a.m. The suspect demanded cash, and the teller complied. No one was injured.
The suspect left the bank and ran into the parking garage of the nearby St. Julien hotel, where he left clothing and a combination hat/wig that he had allegedly used in the robbery. The parking garage was closed for a time as police searched for the suspect.
The suspect was last seen running north on 11th from Walnut. A photo is attached. He is described as:
- A white male
- 200 lbs.
- 5’9” tall
- Long brown hair, with highlights
- No facial hair
Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to contact the Boulder Police Department’s Tip Line at 303-441-1974. 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 proposes to close all outdoor public areas at night
Dec 16th
City manager proposes closing parks and recreation areas at night
Concerned about safety and health risks associated with encampments and other activities after nightfall, Boulder City Manager Jane S. Brautigam announced Friday that she is considering closing parks, parkways, recreation areas and open space between the hours of 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. The proposed rule, issued according to authority granted to her under city code, is subject to a 15-day period for public comment.
Members of the public may file written comments with the city beginning on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011, when notice will be published in the newspaper, and ending on Jan. 2, 2012. The city manager will consider all comments before deciding whether to impose the rule as written or make changes to it. The rule would take effect once she submits a final decision to the City Attorney’s Office.
The proposed rule would not apply to individuals passing through the affected areas on foot or bicycle or in cases where permitted events are being held. In addition, it would allow police to consider personal property left behind during these hours to be abandoned.
While the most visible use of these areas in recent days have been protestor encampments outside the Municipal Building, the rule is not intended to curb free or constitutionally protected speech. Individuals would remain welcome to congregate in city parks during daytime hours for these and any other lawful activities.
“The City of Boulder values the rights of all of our community members, including those who wish to use our public property,” Brautigam said. “We need to ensure that all people are able to do so safely and work hard to protect our public spaces for future generations to enjoy.”
“Closing our parks for a limited number of hours each night will help us address the important health and safety concerns while still providing for meaningful access during the day,” the city manager said. “I believe this is a balanced approach.”
Brautigam made the decision after consulting with City Attorney Tom Carr and Police Chief Mark Beckner and taking into account recent court decisions related to access to public property. Carr said the rule, which would impose reasonable time, place and manner restrictions, is similar to provisions for closures in other cities.
Copies of the rule are available for public review at Central Records on the second floor of the Municipal Building at 1777 Broadway. Individuals who wish to comment on the rule may send their written remarks by U.S. mail to Parks Closure Rule, City of Boulder Box 791, Boulder, CO 80306, or e-mail them toparksclosurerule@bouldercolorado.gov before or on Jan. 2, 2012.
