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Eyes on the Road: Every Second Counts
A “quick text,” a “fast call,” or “just checking the map” can take your eyes off the road for seconds that matter. Distracted dr...
Read MoreBreaking Bad Habits: Because the only thing worse than forge...
Breaking bad habits starts with small, consistent steps. The Cortez Police Department is encouraging every household to build a simple night...
Read MoreMulti‑Day Ongoing Training Underway, Showing Our Commitmen...
The Cortez Police Department is committed to delivering the highest standard of service to our community, and that starts with continuous, r...
Read MoreSafety Begins Before the Emergency
If you have been following the national news about missing person Nancy Guthrie, you know how quickly the unexpected can happen. No one plan...
Read MoreDetective Kristin Cannon Accepts Sergeant Position with the ...
Congratulations Kristin! Detective Kristin Cannon began her career with the City of Cortez in August 2018 after relocating from Durango...
Read More"They aren't a bad person. It was just a bad night"
It's a common phrase heard after a family ends up in the courtroom due to a domestic violence case. When someone you love hurts you, it can ...
Read More9pm Check in for a Safer Night
Make a quick 9pm routine part of your day by locking your vehicles, grabbing any important documents or valuables, and making sure your home...
Read MoreSharing Photos Brings Consequences
Yesterday, a 15‑year‑old was sentenced to two years at the Department of Youth Services for stalking as an act of domestic violence caus...
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 MoreCortez Police Department Adds Two Officers
We are proud to welcome Officer Steven Lopez and Officer Kilton Korthank to the Cortez Police Department. Both recently graduated from the P...
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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 Feb 12, 2026
2/8/25 from The Journal: Salt’s arraignment is scheduled for March 19 at 3 p.m. Holiday, also charged with murder and assault, waived her right to a preliminary hearing. Her arraignment is scheduled for March 12 at 9 a.m. 10/21/25 - Robert Salt and Nykhona Holiday were a...
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Mar 3, 2026
A “quick text,” a “fast call,” or “just checking the map” can take your eyes off the road for seconds that matter. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of preventable crashes in Colorado. Stay alert. Stay focused. Stay alive. No text, call, or map is worth a life.
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Broadcast
Created Feb 26, 2026 / Updated Mar 4, 2026
3/4/26 - Dior continues to be listed as a missing Indigenous child. Please continue to report any contact with her or possible sightings, especially in Cortez and Towaoc, where she has close connections with friends and family. ☎️Reports can be made to the Cortez Police Depart...
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Created Feb 18, 2026 / Updated Feb 19, 2026
Breaking bad habits starts with small, consistent steps. The Cortez Police Department is encouraging every household to build a simple nightly routine that protects you, your family, and your property. Think of it like paying your car payment, mortgage, or insurance. You do it...
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Created Feb 19, 2026 / Updated Mar 3, 2026
As below freezing temps settle in, please take a moment to look out for those who depend on you. Make sure pets have warm shelter, children are dressed in layers, and vehicles are fully cleared of ice. Roads can be unpredictable in this weather, so slowing down and giving your...
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Arrest
Created Feb 18, 2026 / Updated Feb 24, 2026
2/24/26 - Salt remains in custody and is set to appear again today at 1:00pm. The courts are having difficulty finding him an alternative defense counsel (ADC). This happens sometimes when the public defender's office has a conflict of interest in taking his case.&...
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Created Feb 17, 2026 / Updated Mar 3, 2026
❄️Snow is falling and roads are slick. 🛻Please drive like lives depend on it. Slow down, keep your headlights on, stay off your phone, and make sure your windshield is fully cleared before you head out. 🧤🧣Pack winter clothing, water, and an emergency kit in your ca...
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Created Feb 9, 2026 / Updated Feb 19, 2026
The offices at the Cortez Police Department will be closed on Monday, February 16th in observation of Presidents' Day. Emergency services will remain available. Phone: 970-565-8441 for non-emergency service requests.
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Feb 12, 2026
The Cortez Police Department is committed to delivering the highest standard of service to our community, and that starts with continuous, rigorous training. Officers are currently in the middle of six full days of advanced instruction, strengthening their skills, sharpening t...
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