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Alleged shoplifter runs over Big R worker
A Big R employee in Widefield reportedly was run over by shoplifting suspects who were attempting to flee the scene Thursday afternoon (Sept. 29), according to the El Paso County... — Updated 10/5/2022
House party 911 call leads to shots fired arrest
On Friday evening (September 30) just after 8:30 PM, Fountain police officers were dispatched to the 11000 block of Berry Farm Road (near Jimmy Camp and Link roads) for reports of a house party. Witnesses advised the 9-1-1 call... — Updated 10/4/2022
I-25 grass fire leads to arrest
A grass fire off of southbound I-25 south of Pikes Peak International Raceway near Fountain on Thursday resulted in one arrest. Here is a statement from the El Paso County... — Updated 10/4/2022
House party 911 call leads to shots fired arrest
On Friday evening (September 30) just after 8:30 PM, Fountain police officers were dispatched to the 11000 block of Berry Farm Road (near Jimmy Camp and Link roads) for reports of a house party. Witnesses advised the 9-1-1 call... — Updated 9/30/2022
Man arrested after I-25 grass fire
A grass fire off of southbound I-25 south of Pikes Peak International Raceway near Fountain on Thursday resulted in one arrest. Here is a statement from the El Paso County... — Updated 9/29/2022
Big R employee run over by shoplifting suspects
A Big R employee in Widefield reportedly was run over by shoplifting suspects who were attempting to flee the scene Thursday afternoon, according to the El Paso County Sheriff's... — Updated 9/29/2022
FPD K-9s get protective gear
Fountain Police Department K9s Moody and Goose have received bullet- and stab-protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s,... — Updated 9/29/2022
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Suspect still on run after lengthy lockdown of a neighborhood
A suspect is still at large after an incident last week that had residents in a Fountain neighborhood sheltering in place for several hours, and wondering why this happened when... — Updated 9/21/2022
Cross Creek home damaged in Sunday afternoon fire
The Fountain Fire Department responded to a house fire on Bentwater Drive the afternoon of Sunday, Sept. 18. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. This photo shows... — Updated 9/20/2022
Suspect wanted after lockdown in Fountain
A suspect is still at large, but residents in a Fountain neighborhood were told Tuesday evening they could return home after an hours-long lockdown that began early that afternoon.... — Updated 9/14/2022
Firefighters remember 9-11
Firefighters across Colorado remember the catastrophic event of 9-11.... — Updated 9/13/2022
County's dispatch center reaccredited
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) Communications Center has been re-accredited as the world’s 29th Medical Accredited Center of Excellence. Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE) promotes organizational excellence in... — Updated 9/6/2022
Public Safety teams share smiles, candy at Fall Festival parade
Public Safety teams help spread festive cheer during the Labor Day Parade on Monday, Sept. 5.... — Updated 9/6/2022
New state plan focuses on animal law enforcement support and animal mistreatment prevention
The Bureau of Animal Protection (BAP) within the Colorado Department of Agriculture has released a strategic plan outlining key priorities and goals for the BAP over the next... — Updated 8/30/2022
Reminder: Call *CSP to report suspected impaired drivers
Since the *CSP (*277) program was implemented in July 1998, Colorado motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians have reported thousands of "real time" suspected impaired drivers. Just... — Updated 8/30/2022
Fire damages two Fountain homes
All residents made it out safely when a fire broke out in a home on Medicine Bow Avenue in Fountain on the evening of Aug. 23. The fire started around 8 p.m. "Fountain Fire along... — Updated 8/30/2022
Known Fountain sex offender arrested for woman's murder
A registered sex offender living in and around Fountain has been arrested for the murder of a woman. On Aug. 15, Fountain Police Department officers were dispatched to the 9000... — Updated 8/26/2022
Fire damages Medicine Bow house
All residents made it out safely when a fire broke out in a home on Medicine Bow Avenue in Fountain on Tuesday evening. The fire started around 8 p.m. "Fountain Fire along with the... — Updated 8/24/2022
Man dead at Hancock and Jet Wing
Colorado Springs Police Department responded to a shooting near at a Kum & Go at Hancock Expressway and Jet Wing, just a few blocks north of Security and east of S. Academy... — Updated 8/19/2022
Fountain sex offender arrested for murder
A registered sex offender living in and around Fountain has been arrested for the murder of a woman. On August 15, Fountain Police Department officers were dispatched to the 9000... — Updated 8/17/2022
Deputy and female resident killed in Security
A female resident and an El Paso County Sheriff's deputy were killed in a shooting Sunday evening, Aug. 7, in Security, followed by the apparent suicide of the suspected gunman.... — Updated 8/16/2022
Fountain officers lauded for their efforts during Aug. 7 fatal shooting
A tragedy that struck a residential neighborhood in Security has had ripple effects throughout the region, including in Fountain. Some of the first officers to arrive to the... — Updated 8/16/2022
Quilts to help provide a personal touch in police interactions
A little bit of comfort can go a long way in helping someone feel better in a time of crisis. A local community group donated a large supply of quilts for the Fountain Police... — Updated 8/16/2022
Shield 616 donates armor
Several Fountain Police Department officers are shown with some of the body armor donated to FPD by Shield 616 on July 28 in City Hall. Thanks to this generous donation, 20... — Updated 8/10/2022
FPD seeks help ID'ing suspects
Fountain Police Department is seeking to identify the pictured individuals in connection with the trespass of a motor vehicle and subsequent use of a victim's credit card on July 27... — Updated 8/9/2022
