2026013852 - Man surrenders after standoff at hotel

On Oct. 18 around 2:30 p.m., officers responded to a hotel in the 200 block of East 120th Avenue after a guest reportedly displayed a knife when asked to check out.

The man returned to his room and made statements that raised concerns for his safety and the safety of officers. Officers evacuated nearby rooms and spent nearly four hours attempting to resolve the situation. SWAT and crisis negotiators responded, and the man eventually surrendered without further incident.

The 37-year-old man was arrested on several charges, including felony menacing, and transported to the Adams County Jail after being medically cleared. There was no threat to the broader community.

2026013879 - Police investigate robbery, assault at Huron Street gas station

On Oct. 19 just after 3:30 a.m., officers responded to a hold-up alarm at a gas station in the 8800 block of Huron Street. The store clerk reported being robbed and assaulted by four suspects.

Officers reviewed surveillance footage that showed the suspects entering the store and assaulting the clerk before fleeing in a vehicle southbound on Huron Street. Crime scene investigators responded to process the scene and collect evidence to support the investigation. The investigation remains ongoing.

2026013895 - Patrol officer talks armed man into surrendering

On Oct. 19 at about 10:45 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 13400 block of Uinta Street for a report of an armed individual making concerning statements. A shelter-in-place order was issued for nearby residents while officers worked to resolve the situation.

Officers secured the area and launched drones for visual support. A patrol officer spoke with the individual by phone and convinced him to surrender. He was detained without further incident.

Co-responders arrived on scene, and additional firearms were secured for safekeeping. The shelter-in-place order was lifted. Great work by the responding officers, especially the patrol officer whose communication helped bring the situation to a safe resolution!

2026014077 - Officer locates felony menacing suspect after BOLO

On Oct. 23 just after 11 a.m., dispatch aired a BOLO for a male driver who had reportedly pointed a handgun at someone in another jurisdiction. Additional details about the suspect and vehicle were provided.

Less than 15 minutes later, an observant Thornton officer located the vehicle leaving a gas station in the 3900 block of East 104th Avenue. Officers observed that the driver matched the suspect description and they initiated a traffic stop.

The driver was detained until officers from the investigating agency arrived. Great work by our officer for remaining vigilant and quickly locating the vehicle!

2026014109 - High-speed crash leaves two people seriously injured

On Oct. 24 just after midnight, officers responded to a serious crash involving two vehicles in the 2200 block of East 104th Avenue.

The initial investigation revealed that the suspect vehicle was traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed when the victim began turning into the intersection. The victim was unable to avoid the crash due to the speed of the suspect.

The suspect vehicle rolled several times, seriously injuring the 17-year-old male driver and his female passenger, who had to be extricated. The victim was transported to a hospital and fortunately did not have serious injuries.

Investigators believe impairment may also have contributed to the crash. Traffic investigators and CSI responded to the scene, and the investigation is ongoing.

*** Arrest totals may not equal the sum of individual categories. Some arrests include multiple charges, and not all arrest types are listed. ***

*** Crime data is continuously collected and updated, so these numbers may differ from day to day for a number of reasons. ***

Have crime concerns or questions about crime in your area? Contact our Community Liaison Officers! They’re always happy to meet and discuss what matters most to your neighborhood. They can be reached at clo@thorntonco.gov.

Case Report 25-2779: Thornton Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in a homicide that occurred on Feb. 26, 2025. Around 11:15 p.m., Kendra and Chad Anderson were found deceased inside their home in the 16300 block of Columbine Street with gunshot wounds. A fire had been intentionally set in an attempt to conceal the crime. This case remains unsolved and continues to be actively investigated. Metro Denver Crime Stoppers is now offering up to $12,000 for information that helps solve this case. Anyone with information is asked to call 720-913-7867 or submit an anonymous tip using the button below.

Your tips help keep our community safe. If you recognize a suspect or have information about an ongoing investigation, call the Thornton Police tip line at 720-977-5069 or submit an anonymous tip via Crime Stoppers.

Planning for safety in an abusive relationship



For someone experiencing domestic violence, thinking about safety can feel overwhelming, especially when leaving or making changes may increase the risk of harm.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, consider these safety-planning steps:

• Identify trusted support. Think about a trusted friend, family member or co-worker who can help if needed.
• Plan for emergencies. If it is safe, identify a place to go and a way to get there.
• Keep important items accessible. If safe to do so, keep copies of important documents, medications, keys and other essentials somewhere accessible.
• Consider digital safety. Be aware that shared accounts, location settings and devices may reveal your activity.
• Connect with an advocate. Our victim advocates can help explore options and develop a personalized safety plan.

Every situation is different, and there is no single right decision for everyone. A victim advocate can help someone consider options based on their circumstances. For confidential support, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Know Before You Ride

Know the rules before you ride this summer! Thornton municipal code was recently updated. Here are the key rules for e-bikes, scooters, motorcycles, and recreational vehicles in Thornton:



• E-bikes with operable pedals are permitted on sidewalks and bike/pedestrian paths and trails at speeds up to 20 mph
• The following are prohibited on bike/pedestrian paths, trails, and sidewalks (except authorized personnel): 
• Non-pedal electric bicycles and similar motorized devices (including electric motorcycles), except e-balance bikes for children 6 years of age or younger 
• Gas-powered vehicles (including motorcycles, dirt bikes and similar recreational vehicles) 
• Speeds over 20 mph
• No riding wheeled vehicles of any kind in prohibited areas (playgrounds, game courts, sports courts, pavilions, park lawns, fields, etc.)
• Careless, reckless, or unlawful operation of any wheeled device is subject to enforcement and citation of up to $2,650
• Parents and guardians may be held responsible for violations and associated penalties involving minors operating devices unlawfully
• HOW TO REPORT: If unsafe riding is happening right now, call the Thornton Police Non-Emergency line at 720-977-5150. For ongoing or recurring issues, use the "Report a Traffic Concern" form at thorntonpd.org.

Sign up for ThorntonReady Emergency Alerts

The City of Thornton has launched ThorntonReady Emergency Alerts, a new notification system that provides targeted community alerts to help keep residents informed during urgent situations.

The new system replaces the previous CodeRED platform and delivers timely updates about severe weather, community emergencies, law enforcement activity and other important public safety notifications.

Signing up is free and quick. Once registered, you can choose to receive alerts by text message, phone call, or email, and the system can communicate in more than 120 languages.

Residents can also create a secure and voluntary Safety Profile for their household that provides dispatchers and first responders with critical information such as medical conditions, medications, and access and functional needs.

Records Specialist Stamp

What’s your go-to snack or coffee order during a long day?

My typical go to coffee order is just a plain iced vanilla latte, but if I’m not feeling coffee, I will always be down for some french fries as a midday snack.

What's something most people don't realize about working in the Records Division?

The one thing that I didn’t realize before working in records is that a lot of detail that goes into processing paperwork. It sometimes takes a lot of cross-referencing multiple resources to make sure that items match or make sense prior to us being able to even approve anything.

What's your favorite part of the day or favorite task?

I really enjoy interacting with the public and feel a great sense of accomplishment when I am able to find information for them, especially if they are looking for something super specific that may need a lot of searching in our records management system. I specifically really enjoy finding case numbers and call for service numbers and using all the different search filters in the system.

What's been a moment where you felt especially proud or felt you made a positive difference in your role?

I have been in my role here at TPD for a little under 6 months and am still learning, but I did work a similar role at a different agency before. I worked directly with CCIC a lot and that side of agency records, so I have been able to bring some of that knowledge into the Records Unit and give some useful tips to the team on how to find information or utilize it better to cross reference. If you need to know how to query something, I’m your girl!

If you weren't in law enforcement, what would you be doing?

I have a deep level of love for dogs and used to work with dogs at a daycare/boarding facility for about 7 years. If I didn’t work in law enforcement, I would probably either own my own daycare/boarding facility or my own dog sanctuary (and name it something around my dog, Pivot). More than that, I’d specifically want to take in dogs with needs that couldn’t be met at a normal daycare/boarding facility.

Records Specialist Stamp helps keep the Thornton Police Department running smoothly by maintaining police records, processing reports and assisting with records requests. Her attention to detail helps ensure information is accurately documented and accessible to those who need it. Though much of her work happens behind the scenes, she plays an important role in supporting department operations and serving the community!

Interested in joining the TPD team and serving our community?

Check out current job openings here!

Sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, and elder abuse are just a few additional serious crimes that we typically do not share specific details about to protect the privacy of victims. These crimes are often underreported. Please know that the Thornton Police Department is committed to supporting victims and working diligently to investigate and solve these cases.

If you or someone you know is a victim, help is available. You can report incidents directly to law enforcement or access resources for support.

Thornton Victim Services Unit: Call 720-977-5172 or visit thorntonpd.org/victimservices

National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799-7233 or visit www.thehotline.org/  

Love is Respect (for youth): Visit https://www.loveisrespect.org/  

Violence Free Colorado: Call 1-800-799-7233 or visit https://violencefreecolorado.org/  

Colorado Coalition Against Sexual Assault: Call 303-839-9999 or visit https://www.ccasa.org/for-survivors/

Ralston House (for child and teen survivors of abuse): Visit https://www.ralstonhouse.org/

Colorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline: Call 844-264-5437 

National Center on Elder Abuse: Visit https://ncea.acl.gov/

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: Visit https://www.missingkids.org/