13-03-2025
Larimer County deputy, shot by suspect in Edora Park, recovering at hospital
DENVER (KDVR) — A Larimer County Sheriff's Office deputy is recovering in the hospital after he underwent surgery on his arm after he was seriously injured by gunfire on March 10.
On Monday around 2 p.m., two Larimer County deputies tried to stop an off-road motorcycle for traffic violations in Fort Collins. Both deputies were on agency-issued motorcycles and when the suspect drove onto the Edora Park bike path and they followed.
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The suspect stopped in the park, got off his motorcycle and exchanged gunfire with the pair of deputies, striking one. On Wednesday, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office reported the deputy had a serious arm injury, but had 'successfully underwent surgery and is recovering in the hospital.'
The deputy who was struck has been with the agency for 27 years, the sheriff's office said, and the second deputy involved has been with the Larimer County Sheriff's Office for 15 years.
The deputies' names are not being released at this point but will be included in the Critical Incident Response Team investigation report.
'A routine traffic stop on a sunny Monday afternoon quickly turned into a life-threatening encounter. This is a chilling example of the unknown risks that law enforcement faces daily,' said Larimer County Sheriff John Feyen in a release. 'I'm extremely grateful for the courage and composure our deputies showed in this situation. I also appreciate the outpouring of support for our injured deputy as he continues to heal.'
The Larimer County Sheriff's Office said that the suspect 'fell to the ground and did not comply with deputy commands' after exchanging gunfire with the deputies. A K-9 was deployed to drag the suspect away from his gun, and authorities said Monday that the suspect was transported to a hospital with serious injuries.
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The Larimer County Sheriff's Office did not provide an update on the suspect's condition. It said that the Loveland Police Department is leading the CIRT investigation and will provide updates regarding the criminal case. The sheriff's office said it is responsible for releasing updates about involved personnel.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the incident and has not yet spoken to law enforcement is asked to contact Detective Hooper at 970-962-2032. Anyone who wants to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers of Larimer County at 970-221-6868 or
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