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At the Cortez Police Department, we want to remind everyone in our community that help is just a call or text away! If you're in immediate d...
Read MoreUnderstanding the Criminal Justice Process
When an officer issues a summons or makes an arrest, it begins the process of the criminal justice system that includes the DA’s Office (p...
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Happy 4th of July, Cortez. The Cortez Police Department encourages everyone to stay safe and stay informed by adding the Crimewatch mobile a...
Read MoreSgt. Carver Earns Elite Drug Recognition Expert Certificatio...
The Cortez Police Department is proud to announce that Sgt. Vance Carver has successfully completed DRE School and is now officially certifi...
Read MoreCortez Dispatcher, Aimee Raygoza Shares Candid Look at Dispa...
Dispatcher Aimee Raygoza delivered a compelling breakout session presentation at the Colorado NENA/APCO Conference on Wednesday, May 6, 2026...
Read MoreCOMMUNITY THANK YOU POST — 15,000 FOLLOWERS on FACEBOOK!
Cortez and Montezuma County, thank you. Because of your support, engagement, and willingness to stay connected with us, the Cortez Police De...
Read MoreHow Texting 911 Helps Dispatchers Help You
Did you know that texting 911 has been available in Montezuma County for some time, but many people still don’t realize it is an option? &...
Read MoreAnonymous Tips Make a Difference — Thank You, Cortez!
The Cortez Police Department truly appreciates every anonymous tip our community sends in. Your willingness to speak up helps us keep our ne...
Read More🏁 Vision Zero: The Goal for 2026 and Beyond
Every preventable crash, injury, or fatality is one too many. Your words matter to us, and we heard you loud and clear about the dangers of ...
Read MoreNew to Cortez? Stay Safe with the Everbridge Alert App!
Are you a new resident in the Cortez area? Add the Montezuma County Everbridge Emergency Alert System app to your phone today for severe wea...
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Event
Sep 29, 2026
Alive at 25 Driver’s Awareness Course Registration required: https://aliveat25.us/co/course-info?course_id=15277 Facebook Event link: https://www.facebook.com/share/14vQp3hxg4D/ Saturday, October 24, 2026 9:00 am - 1:30 pm Cortez Police Department 608 North Park Street Cortez,...
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Created Nov 29, 2025 / Updated Dec 16, 2025
Today, we stop for a moment to remember Sergeant Michael Moran, a dedicated Cortez police officer who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on November 29, 2023. It's hard to believe it's been two years since we lost our friend. Sergeant Moran was a guardian, a frien...
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Case
Created Aug 21, 2025 / Updated Jul 20, 2026
7/20/2026 - Salt is scheduled for a pretrial readiness hearing on 8/21/26 at 9am and a jury trial for September 8-28th in this case - #25CR164. He remains in custody at the Montezuma County Jail since his arrest on August 21, 2025. His bond is set at three million dollar...
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Case
Created Oct 13, 2026 / Updated Oct 15, 2026
Update - The person in the photo has been identified and his photo removed. Thank you to our followers for helping us to identify this individual in under 3 hours! The Cortez Police Department is seeking the community’s help. We think the person in the photo may have inf...
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Created Sep 29, 2026 / Updated Oct 2, 2026
Love isn't supposed to hurt. Yet, every year, millions of people suffer in silence, trapped in abusive relationships. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a crucial reminder that no one deserves to be hurt, threatened, or controlled by someone they love. If you or som...
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Created Sep 28, 2026 / Updated Sep 30, 2026
From the Montezuma-Cortez High School: Due to continued rainy conditions the M-CHS Homecoming Parade scheduled for today, 9/30/26 is canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience. Main Street (Highway 160) will be closed today, beginning around 5pm (lineup) ...
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Broadcast
Sep 28, 2026
*MISSING INDIGENOUS PERSON ALERT* Me'ya Casey (female) Age: 16 Height: 5'0" Weight:110 lbs. Eyes: Brown Hair: Red/dyed red CASEY WAS LAST SEEN IN THE 600 BLOCK OF MOUNTAIN SAGE ROAD IN TOWAOC, CO, ME'YA WAS WEARING ALL BLACK INCLUDING BLACK SHOES AND JACKET.
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Sep 28, 2026
Main Street (Highway 160) will be closed this Wednesday from North Park Street to Maple Street for the MCHS Homecoming parade with lineup at 5pm and the parade beginning at 5:30pm. During the event, flashing lights and sirens may be present. Officers from the Cortez Police Dep...
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Created Sep 9, 2026 / Updated Sep 26, 2026
It's been such a great summer! The Cortez community has done an exceptional job of keeping their vehicles locked and remembering to bring items of importance inside so that they aren't so tempting to thieves! Keep it up! #lockup #9pmroutine #Cortezsafety
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Created Sep 1, 2026 / Updated Sep 25, 2026
The Cortez Police Department invites you to join us tomorrow, Saturday, September 26, 2026, for a fun-filled day at the Cortez Farmers Market and Oktoberfest Cortez! From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., bring your family to the Cortez Farmers Market at 601 North Mildred Road, where you'll ...
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