18th Judicial District Attorney's Office - Colorado

Earlier this year, the 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office presented Det. Brian Lippa with the Outstanding Law Enforcement Investigator Award for his work on a s*x assault case at Pirates Cove Water Park in Englewood last summer. The defendant, Trenton Moscovita, ultimately pleaded guilty and was sentenced to more than two decades in prison. You can hear from the police detective below and learn more about this case here:
https://arapahoeco.gov/news_detail_T13_R1526.php
Englewood Police Department

***SENTENCING UPDATE***
This week, Trenton Moskovita, 19, was sentenced to 22 years in prison followed by 10 years to life of SOISP (S*x Offender Intensive Supervised Probation) for s*xually assaulting a young girl at Pirates Cove Water Park last summer. You can read more about this case here:
https://arapahoeco.gov/news_detail_T13_R1526.php

District Attorney Amy Padden was honored to speak at this year’s Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting Special Olympics Colorado.

The event brought together law enforcement agencies, community leaders, athletes, and supporters to celebrate the incredible impact of Special Olympics programs across Colorado.

Thank you to everyone who participated in carrying the Flame of Hope and supporting these outstanding athletes.



Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
Special Olympics Colorado

Today, we stood alongside the Aurora Police Department to honor the brave officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community during the 2026 Fallen Officer Memorial.

Their courage, service, and dedication will never be forgotten.💙

Aurora Police Department
Aurora, Colorado City Hall

***SENTENCING UPDATE***
Rye Austin Lee Schaben has been sentenced to 112 years to life in prison for a violent kidnapping and assault case that occurred back in 2024. Our original news release on this case can be found here:
https://arapahoeco.gov/news_detail_T13_R1357.php

***MEDIA RELEASE***
Following a 7-day trial, an Arapahoe County jury found Hector Delarosa, 21, guilty of Child Abuse Resulting in Death in the 2024 death of his newborn daughter.

Medical experts determined the 10-day-old infant's injuries could not have resulted from an accident. Delarosa will be sentenced next month.

More information about this case can be found here:
https://arapahoeco.gov/news_detail_T13_R1479.php

This case was investigated with our law enforcement partners at the Aurora Police Department.

Today is Denim Day, a moment during S*xual Assault Awareness Month to stand with survivors and call out a harmful myth: what someone wears is never an invitation or consent.

Denim Day began after a court decision in Italy shifted blame onto a survivor’s clothing instead of holding the offender accountable. In response, people around the world started wearing denim as a way to push back against victim-blaming and show support for survivors.

Chief Deputy DA Chris Gallo and Consumer Fraud Protection Director Jamie Sorrells joined Arapahoe County Commissioners in signing a proclamation recognizing S*xual Assault Awareness Month.

If you or someone you know needs access to resources, please call 720-874-8500. You may also email [email protected] or [email protected] and we'll connect you with the appropriate staff.

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The 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, in partnership with the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office hosted its 9th Annual Victims’ Rights Week Ceremony this week. The event brought together approximately 200 attendees in recognizing multiple prosecutors, victim advocates, law enforcement officials, and organizations dedicated to supporting crime victims and pursuing justice on their behalf.
https://arapahoeco.gov/news_detail_T13_R1470.php