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4 hours ago
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GJPD to host National Night Out Aug. 5
MESA COUNTY, Colo. (KREX) – The Grand Junction Police Department is inviting city residents to join them in the 2025 National Night Out. The evening will work to build a stronger relationship between law enforcement and the community they serve. The event 'encourages residents to come together, foster relationships, and enhance public safety through meaningful engagement with local police officers,' according to the news release. The National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 5, and will give the community the opportunity to converse about safety concerns, meet local law enforcement and learn about crime prevention efforts. 'We truly value the opportunity to meet with our community face-to-face,' said Stan Ancell, special units sergeant for the Grand Junction Police Department. 'National Night Out is a powerful reminder of how strong partnerships lead to safer, more connected neighborhoods.' Participation in the event is free. To register, visit the GJPD website here. Registration closes July 28. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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3 days ago
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Grand Junction Bomb Squad determines unknown liquid in jars safe
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — On Tuesday, at approximately 2:20 p.m., the Grand Junction Police Department (GJPD) responded to a report of unknown liquids found in jars in the 2500 block of Ouray Avenue. The reporting party stated that she had discovered several jars with an unknown liquid in a residential garage. Technicians with the Grand Junction Bomb Squad were called to assist. Bomb technicians with the Grand Junction Fire Department HazMat Technicians tested the substances and confirmed that the jars held no threat to the community. There was no evidence of any Molotov cocktail materials found during the incident. All of the substances will be taken to the hazardous waste facility. Recognizing the concern following the recent attack in Boulder, the Grand Junction Police Department takes reports of all suspicious activity seriously. GJPD encourages Grand Junction residents to be vigilant and call 911 for any unusual activity. The GJPD believes this incident to be isolated with no ongoing threat to the community. WesternSlopeNow will update this story if it develops. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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6 days ago
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Man, reportedly under the influence, assaults missionary group member
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) – A man was arrested Friday afternoon after he was reportedly intoxicated while being visited by a group of missionaries before he assaulted one of the members. The initial incident occurred around 1:25 p.m. The Grand Junction Regional Communication Center received a report of a man who threatened to kill his roommate at their home in the 2100 block of North 26th Street, according to the Grand Junction Police Department. While the missionaries were visiting with the suspect at his home, the man allegedly assaulted one of the members in the kitchen. The group immediately left the house before his roommate arrived not long after. The suspect reportedly tried to stab his roommate with a knife but he was able to restrain the man before law enforcement arrived. GJPD then took the suspect, Joel Ballantyne, 33, into custody. He was transported to the Mesa County Detention Facility and booked on attempted first-degree assault, felony menacing, attempted second-degree assault on a peace officer, menacing, harassment and restraining order violation. The police department said it believes this was an isolated incident and there's no ongoing threat to the community. The investigation is ongoing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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29-05-2025
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GJPD issues warning of fradulent emergency scam calls
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — On Thursday, the Grand Junction Police Department (GJPD) alerted the public to various scams involving fraudulent phone calls and emails. These scams are designed to deceive individuals into sending money. For example, in one scam, the scam caller falsely claims that an individual's loved one has been involved in a car crash or has been arrested. They demand immediate payment to cover medical expenses or bail. Presenting as government agencies, another scam involves scammers conducting an audit and demanding that an individual pay in cryptocurrency like Bitcoin. Last month, a Clifton man was scammed out of over $130,000 by a scammer pretending to be a government official from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The scammer threatened to arrest the man, alleging that he owed the FTC money. GJDP notes that these scams are alarming as the scammer knows the name of the victim's family member or other personal information to sound convincing. GJPD urges the community to take the following steps if they receive a suspicious call or email: Remain calm and resist the urge to respond. Verify the claim. Do not send money or provide financial information. Avoid sharing additional personal information. Report the incident to local law enforcement. Warn others who may be more vulnerable to scams. While acknowledging that these scams can be terrifying, GJPD reminds individuals to take a moment to assess the situation, verify the information and contact law enforcement immediately. Those who believe that they have been targeted or victimized by a scam are encouraged to contact non-emergency dispatch at 970-242-6707. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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27-05-2025
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Man arrested for April 19 crash that resulted in serious injuries
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) – A man was arrested Tuesday connected to a collision that happened over a month ago, according to the Grand Junction Police Department. Eric Carr, 23, was issued an arrest warrant after his Toyota Tacoma he was driving allegedly ran a red light and crashed into a Nissan Rogue. He was reportedly under the influence and traveling at a high rate of speed. Carr and the other driver, who remains hospitalized, were transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Another person sustained minor injuries in the collision. After he was released from the hospital, Carr was taken into custody by GJPD officers and booked into the Mesa County Detention Facility. He's charged with vehicular assault – DUI, vehicular assault – reckless driving, DUI and driving while revoked (DUI/reckless). The crash originally occurred around 10:05 a.m., April 19 at 24 1/2 Road and U.S. Highway 6 and 50. GJPD and Grand Junction Fire Department responded to the collision. The police department thanked the off-duty doctors, nurses and firefighters who stopped to provide aid at the scene of the crash. The case is under investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
