1:44 p.m.: A man reported an illegal trash dumping at the 26000 block of Road F in Cortez. Four bags of urine were found dumped by a gate at the site. Security video showed a gray Dodge pickup (with a Raiders sticker) backing up to the gate and a man and woman disposing of a large trash can’s contents. The truck’s license plate was traced to a woman in La Plata County. Deputies collected the video evidence; the incident is under investigation.
6:20 a.m.: An altercation between two male inmates occurred at the Montezuma County Detention Center. Deputies responded after one inmate was found injured after a fight in a shower. Both men sustained minor injuries. Jail staff reviewed surveillance footage and determined both were active participants. Each man was cited on suspicion of third-degree assault.
11:55 a.m.: A man reported vandalism at Joe Raul Park on the 100 block of Central Ave. in Dolores. He discovered long scratches down the side of his girlfriend’s vehicle after a softball game. The damage, estimated at $500 to $1,000, appeared to be caused by an object dragged along the car. The victim suspected the woman’s ex-boyfriend, who had argued with them during the game, but the man denied involvement. Photos of the damage and a rock found near the car (possibly used in the incident) were collected as evidence. The case remains under investigation.
7:05 p.m.: A woman reported her wallet missing in Dolores after visiting a local business and community center around the 400 block of Riverside Ave. The wallet is described as a red leather wallet valued around $10-$20, containing two credit cards, two Medicare cards, her driver’s license, and approximately $400 in cash. She had already canceled the bank cards. No leads or suspects were identified.
9:23 a.m.: A possible dog poisoning was reported on the 41700 block of Colorado Highway 184 in rural Mancos. A man’s dog became violently ill, and a veterinarian confirmed signs consistent with antifreeze (ethylene glycol) poisoning. It is unclear how or where the dog ingested the substance. The owner found no evidence of trespass or tampering on his property, and the dog survived after treatment. Deputies have no suspects at this time and are continuing to investigate.
9:45 a.m.: Deputies served an arrest warrant on a man at a residence on the 8700 block of Road G, southwest of Cortez. The man was wanted for failure to appear in court. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Montezuma County Detention Center.
4:25 a.m.: A black bear accessed unsecured trash at the Uptown Plaza Trailer Park on the 18300 block of Colorado Highway 145 in Dolores. The trash was not stored in a bear-resistant container, violating town ordinance. The site was linked to a man residing at the location. A summons is expected to be issued.
8:48 p.m.: A man was stopped for a headlight violation near Road G and Road 22.6 in Cortez. Deputies discovered an active warrant and arrested him on suspicion of failure to appear. He was transported to the Montezuma County Detention Center without incident.
9:53 a.m.: A man already in custody at the Montezuma County Detention Center was served an additional arrest warrant. The warrant was processed and the man remained in custody.
4:55 p.m.: A man was remanded into custody at the Montezuma County Combined Courts on the 800 block of N. Park St. in Cortez. He was transported to the Montezuma County Detention Center and booked on two court cases.
10:43 a.m.: A woman used a counterfeit $100 bill to purchase cigarettes at a store on the 10200 block of U.S. Highway 491 in Cortez. Surveillance footage helped identify her, and she was cited on suspicion of forgery and theft. She was also trespassed from the store.
3:09 p.m.: A woman reported her adult son missing after he failed to arrive for a camping trip in Durango. His last known location was in Coconino County, Arizona. A BOLO was issued and the case remains open.
1:33 a.m.: A man was arrested on suspicion of assault and obstructing a peace officer after allegedly striking another man and resisting arrest at a residence on the 28300 block of Road K.2 in Cortez. He was found hiding under a vehicle and later refused medical attention before being booked into the Montezuma County Detention Center.
11:09 a.m.: A woman turning herself in at the Montezuma County Detention Center was found to have a high blood alcohol level and required medical clearance. She was transported to the hospital and then returned to the detention center.
4:51 p.m.: A man was cited for violating a burn ban after deputies observed a log burning on his property on the 25100 block of Road T.5 in Dolores. He extinguished the fire and was issued a summons.
5:12 p.m.: A woman was arrested on six outstanding warrants after deputies responded to a traffic accident at the intersection of Road G and Road 21 in Cortez. She initially provided her sister’s name but later admitted her identity.
1:39 p.m.: A man reported finding his stolen bicycle on a property on the 25800 block of U.S. Highway 491 in Pleasant View. The bike was identified by unique features and returned to the owner. The suspect was last seen at the location a week prior.
12:49 p.m.: Deputies assisted Cortez Police in a traffic stop on the 500 block of S. Cedar St. in Cortez involving a stolen vehicle. A man in the rear passenger seat was taken into custody. Deputies provided cover during the arrest.
10:55 a.m.: A man in custody at the Montezuma County Combined Courts was transported to the Montezuma County Detention Center on suspicion of menacing with a weapon. He was booked without incident.
Note: Summaries are based on anonymized incident reports and do not imply guilt or conviction. Assisted by AI.
