The Cortez PD Lost & Found has officially leveled up to “treasure trove” status. We’ve got more keys than a locksmith, more wallets than a department store, and enough phones to start a SECOND DISPATCH call center. If you’ve dropped something, it may be here waiting for yo...

Thanks to a question from James, we wanted to share this information with everyone! Here's how a call to dispatch works:  When any call (911 or non-emergency) comes in, dispatchers use a Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system to immediately assign the nearest available firs...

The administrative offices at the Cortez Police Department will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025 for the Labor Day Holiday.  All emergency services will remain available. 

Are you at least 15 1/2 and want to qualify to get your driver's permit?  Have you been court-ordered to complete a defensive driving class?   Sign up now for the in-person Alive at 25 class taught by Officer Karla Ross on Saturday, September 27!  https://a...

The Cortez Police Department arrested Robert Salt Jr. and Nykhona Holiday (pictured below) in connection with the tragic assaults that occurred in Veterans Park on Wednesday night, August 20th. The two suspects appeared in Montezuma County Combined Courts on Thursday, August 2...