Holyoke Police Department

09/10/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CITY OF HOLYOKE ANNOUNCES REDUCTION IN SPEED LIMITS ON CITY SIDE STREETS

HOLYOKE, COLORADO – The City of Holyoke and the Holyoke Police Department would like to inform residents and motorists of an upcoming change to speed limits on city side streets.
Effective Monday, September 14, 2026, the speed limit on city side streets will be reduced from 30 mph to 20 mph.
The new 20 mph speed limit will apply to city side streets throughout Holyoke, with the exception of E. Johnson Street, Interocean Avenue, and Denver Street. The posted speed limits on those roadways will remain in effect.

45-Day Warning and Education Period

To provide motorists with an opportunity to become familiar with the new speed limit, the Holyoke Police Department will conduct a 45-day warning and education period beginning September 14.
During this period, officers will issue warnings rather than citations for violations of the newly reduced 20 mph speed limit. Motorists are encouraged to use this time to become familiar with the new speed limits and adjust their driving habits accordingly.
Beginning November 1, 2026, officers will begin issuing citations for violations of the new 20 mph speed limit.

Reducing speeds on city side streets is intended to promote safer travel throughout Holyoke, particularly in residential areas where motorists share the roadway with pedestrians, bicyclists, children, and other members of the community. Lower vehicle speeds provide drivers with additional time to recognize and react to potential hazards and can help reduce the severity of crashes when they occur.

The City of Holyoke and the Holyoke Police Department appreciate the community’s cooperation during this transition. The goal of the warning period is to educate motorists and provide ample opportunity for everyone to become accustomed to the change before enforcement begins.

Motorists are encouraged to slow down, stay alert, and watch for newly posted 20 mph speed limit signs throughout the community.

Important Dates

September 14, 2026: New 20 mph speed limit takes effect; 45-day warning and education period begins.
November 1, 2026: Citation enforcement of the new 20 mph speed limit begins.
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Holyoke Police Department
City of Holyoke, Colorado

09/06/2026

🚨 HOLYOKE PD — IMPORTANT PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

We currently have a four-legged suspect in custody. 🐶👮‍♂️

This individual was apprehended for loitering, suspiciously wagging its tail, and refusing to provide proper identification.

The suspect is friendly, adorable, and appears to have absolutely no remorse for its crimes.

If you recognize this offender, please contact the Holyoke Police Department so its owners can come pick it up. 😂

No charges are expected at this time… but treats may be required as evidence. 🦴

Please share so we can get this little fugitive home! 🐾

08/03/2026

This is Karolis Budrys from Lithuania, Europe. He is spending the summer in our area as part of an educational internship program.

Karolis has introduced himself to law enforcement and city officials and is authorized to work in the communities he visists. he does have an accent and is very respectful. He is driving a silver Toyota 4-Runner with Florida plates.

Over the coming weeks, he will be visiting with families and selling educational books, study guides, and learning resources for children and students, including materials for early learning, school success and college entrance exams preparation.

This is only a community awareness post and should not be considered and endorsement of any product, service, or company.

07/19/2026

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Intervención del Departamento de Policía de Holyoke ante sospechoso atrincherado – 17 y 18 de julio de 2026

El 17 de julio de 2026, aproximadamente a las 10:00 p. m., agentes del Departamento de Policía de Holyoke acudieron tras recibir un reporte de múltiples disparos cerca de la cuadra 300 de South Campbell Avenue. Al llegar, los agentes observaron a un hombre, identificado como Jeffrey Allen Torrez, de 35 años, caminando de un lado a otro en el jardín delantero de una vivienda mientras sostenía un r***e de caza de gran calibre. Cuando Torrez se percató de la presencia policial, se retiró al interior de la vivienda y se atrincheró.

Debido a que el sospechoso estaba armado y existía la posibilidad de que se produjeran más disparos, se solicitaron recursos adicionales. Poco después, llegaron agentes del Departamento de Policía de Haxtun y de la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Phillips para ayudar a asegurar la zona. También se contó con el apoyo del Departamento de Policía de Yuma, la Patrulla Estatal de Colorado y la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Yuma.

Una vez asegurado el perímetro de la vivienda, los agentes evacuaron las casas cercanas para garantizar la seguridad pública. Se desplegó un vehículo blindado del Departamento de Policía de Holyoke y los agentes emitieron repetidas órdenes verbales para que el sospechoso saliera de la vivienda; no se obtuvo respuesta. Ante el elevado riesgo, se activó el equipo regional SP.E.A.R. del noreste, junto con personal táctico de la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Kit Carson.

Al llegar, el equipo táctico desplegó un dron aéreo, el cual confirmó que la vivienda estaba bloqueada desde el interior. Un negociador de rehenes del equipo SP.E.A.R. intentó establecer contacto telefónico con el sospechoso en varias ocasiones, pero no obtuvo respuesta.

Tras varias horas de intentos fallidos de comunicación, el equipo táctico introdujo municiones químicas de letalidad reducida en la vivienda con el fin de lograr que el sospechoso se rindiera. Torrez permaneció atrincherado y sin responder. Aproximadamente a las 2:10 a. m., agentes tácticos rompieron una ventana para introducir un dron aéreo en la vivienda y localizar al sospechoso. Al acceder por la ventana, los agentes observaron a Torrez tendido en un sofá y determinaron que no respondía. Se procedió a una entrada táctica y se encontró a Torrez fallecido; se sospecha que la causa fue una sobredosis de sustancias controladas. Se realizará una autopsia para confirmar la causa oficial de la muerte.

El Departamento de Policía de Holyoke expresa su más profundo agradecimiento al Departamento de Policía de Haxtun, a la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Phillips, a la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Kit Carson, a la Patrulla Estatal de Colorado, al Departamento de Policía de Yuma, a la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Yuma, a los Servicios de Emergencia Médica (EMS) de Holyoke, al Centro de Comunicaciones, a la Ciudad de Holyoke, y al Departamento de Bomberos de Holyoke por su respuesta rápida, coordinada y profesional.

07/19/2026

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Holyoke Police Department Officer Involved Response and Barricaded Suspect – July 17–18, 2026

On July 17, 2026, at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers of the Holyoke Police Department responded to a report of multiple gunshots near the 300 block of South Campbell Avenue. Upon arrival, officers observed a male individual, identified as 35 year old Jeffrey Allen Torrez, pacing in the front yard of a residence while holding a large caliber hunting r***e. When Torrez became aware of law enforcement presence, he retreated into the residence and barricaded himself inside.

Due to the armed suspect and the potential for further gunfire, additional resources were requested. Officers from the Haxtun Police Department and the Phillips County Sheriff’s Office arrived shortly thereafter to assist in securing the area. Additional support was provided by the Yuma Police Department, Colorado State Patrol, and the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office.

Once the residence was contained, officers conducted an evacuation of nearby homes to ensure public safety. A Holyoke Police Department armored vehicle was deployed, and officers issued repeated verbal commands for the suspect to exit the residence; no response was received. Given the heightened risk, the Northeast Regional SP.E.A.R. Team was activated, along with tactical personnel from the Kit Carson County Sheriff’s Office.

Upon arrival, the tactical team deployed an aerial drone, which confirmed the residence was barricaded from within. A SP.E.A.R. hostage negotiator attempted multiple phone contacts with the suspect, all of which went unanswered.

After several hours of unsuccessful communication attempts, the tactical team introduced less lethal chemical mu*****ns into the residence in an effort to prompt the suspect to surrender. Torrez remained barricaded and unresponsive. At approximately 2:10 a.m., tactical officers breached a window to deploy an aerial drone inside the residence to locate the suspect. Upon breaching the window, Officers observed Torrez lying on a couch and determined he was unresponsive. Tactical entry was made, and Torrez was found deceased from a suspected controlled substance overdose. An autopsy will be conducted to confirm the official cause of death.

The Holyoke Police Department extends its deepest appreciation to the Haxtun Police Department, Phillips County Sheriff’s Office, Kit Carson County Sheriff’s Office, Colorado State Patrol, Yuma Police Department, Yuma County Sheriff’s Office, Holyoke EMS, and the Holyoke Fire Department for their rapid, coordinated, and professional response. We would also like to thank the Phillips County Communication Center and the City of Holyoke for their amazing support and response.

07/18/2026

UPDATED INFORMATION:

The incident in the 300 blk of S Campbell has been resolved. There is no public threat and law enforcement will be processing the scene. Any residents in the area that have evacuated are now safe to return home!

Thank you for your support and cooperation!

07/18/2026

URGENT
We strongly urge for civilians to stay away from the 300 block of South Campbell.

We urge residents within the area of 300 south Campbell to stay inside of their house as there is a heavy police presence in the area. This post will be changed with further updates.

07/01/2026

07/01/2026

The Holyoke Police Department is deeply saddened by the loss of Sheriff Beard. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and to the members of the Phillips County Sheriff’s Office. Rest in peace Sheriff, we have the watch.

06/01/2026

AVISO DE INFORMACIÓN PÚBLICA
Reducción del límite de velocidad en toda la ciudad – Próxima entrada en vigor
Durante la sesión ordinaria del Concejo Municipal de Holyoke celebrada el 21 de abril de 2026, a petición del Jefe Myers, el Concejo aprobó por unanimidad reducir el límite de velocidad en toda la ciudad a 20 mph.
ESTE CAMBIO AÚN NO HA ENTRADO EN VIGOR. El nuevo límite solo será exigible una vez que se hayan instalado las nuevas señales de tráfico, de conformidad con las leyes y reglamentos del Estado de Colorado. Se prevé que dicha instalación se lleve a cabo en los próximos 30 a 40 días.
Dónde se aplica el nuevo límite de velocidad
El límite de 20 mph en toda la ciudad se aplicará a todas las calles secundarias y zonas residenciales dentro de la Ciudad de Holyoke, a excepción de aquellas calles que ya cuenten con límites de velocidad señalizados. Las siguientes calles NO se verán afectadas:
• Interocean Avenue
• Denver Street
• Este Johnson Street
• County Road 41
Ubicaciones de instalación de las nuevas señales
Se instalarán señales con la leyenda "LÍMITE DE VELOCIDAD EN TODA LA CIUDAD: 20 MPH, SALVO INDICACIÓN CONTRARIA" en los principales puntos de acceso a la ciudad, en las siguientes ubicaciones:
• Este y Oeste Denver Street
• Norte y Sur Interocean Avenue
• Este Johnson Street, a la altura de CR 41
• Oeste Jules Street, a la altura de CR 37
Cronograma de aplicación de la normativa
Una vez instaladas las nuevas señales:
1. Se iniciará un periodo de 30 días destinado a advertencias y avisos informativos.
2. Transcurrido dicho periodo, los agentes comenzarán a emitir multas de tráfico por infracciones al nuevo límite de velocidad.
El Departamento de Policía de Holyoke publicará la fecha oficial de entrada en vigor en el periódico *Holyoke Enterprise* y en esta página web una vez que se haya completado la instalación.