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4 days 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 This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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6 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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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.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
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13-year-old issued summons in Orchard Mesa Middle School fight
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) – The Grand Junction Police Department announced Thursday that a 13-year-old minor was issued a summons for third-degree assault related to an incident earlier this week at Orchard Mesa Middle School. The initial fight happened on Monday, but the GJPD received a report about it on Tuesday. A video of the fight went viral on social media including claims that school staff didn't intervene. Mesa County Valley School District 51 said in a statement that staff wasn't aware of the fight at the time. 'Contrary to claims, staff members were not in the immediate vicinity or ignoring the situation. School personnel addressed the incident immediately as soon as they became aware. Student safety is always our top priority, and we take these situations seriously. Our Director of Safety & Security was made aware of the incident and immediately forwarded video of the incident to GJPD,' the school district said. D51 is also investigating the incident. The identities of those involved in the fight won't be released per the Colorado Open Records Act. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13-05-2025
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NATIONAL POLICE WEEK SPOTLIGHT: GJPD Officer follows in brother's footsteps
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — In recognition of National Police Week, Grand Junction Police Department Officer Trever Olsen visited KREX News as part of our special 'Behind the Badge' series. During his visit, Officer Olsen shared with Justin Brown insights into his role within the GJPD and his commitment to serving the community. Inspired by his brother, who also serves in law enforcement, Officer Olsen highlighted the challenges and rewards of his job, emphasizing the dedication required to ensure public safety. As National Police Week continues, Officer Olsen's visit serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by officers and the positive impact they have on our community. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
