Rifle Police Department

10/13/2026

🎃👻 LOOK WHO’S TAKING OVER THIRD STREET! 👻🎃

We keep saying the Third Street Trunk-or-Treat is a community event, and THIS is exactly what we mean. 🧡

Please help us give a HUGE thank you to our 2026 participants:
🍬 A to B Movers
👻 Advocate Safehouse
🍬 Alpine Bank
👻 Aquatic Zoo
🍬 Bank of Colorado
👻 Beauty Bar on Third
🍬 Bookcliffs Art Center
👻 Car Seat Cleaning Bestie
🍬 CASA of the 9th
👻 Centro de la Familia
🍬 Chamber
👻 Chateau at R***e
🍬 Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance
👻 CRFR
🍬 Dispatch
👻 DOC
🍬 ECOS Environmental & Disaster Restoration, Inc.
👻 Emanuel Church and School
🍬 EMS Unlimited
👻 Grand River Health
🍬 Grand Valley Athletics
👻 Great Expectations
🍬 Grizzly Youth Hockey
👻 Honey Kissed Bakery
🍬 Hope and Home
👻 Journey Home Animal Care Center
🍬 Lift-Up
👻 Lydia Allen Farmers Insurance
🍬 Massage Wellness LLC
👻 Midland Arts Co
🍬 Mountain Family Health Centers
👻 Mountain Waste
🍬 Murray Dental Group
👻 NLS Events & Services
🍬 One Jewelers
👻 Pursue Joy
🍬 Revolution Mortgage
👻 R***e Climbing Center
🍬 R***e Cowork
👻 R***e Creek Apartments
🍬 R***e FFA/Garfield County 4-H
👻 R***e IT
🍬 R***e Library
👻 R***e Parks & Rec
🍬 River Valley Roll-Offs
👻 Riverstone Theatre Collective
🍬 Roaring Fork Swann Clinic
👻 Roto-Rooter
🍬 Valley Settlement
👻 VELZ Junk Removal & Hauling

That’s a LOT of candy headed to Third Street. 🍬🍭 And even more importantly, it’s a pretty amazing example of how our community shows up for its kids.

To every organization donating candy, time, creativity, staff, and probably more than a few hours figuring out how to build the perfect BOOth — THANK YOU! 💙

Now we just need YOU to come enjoy it!

🎃 Friday, October 30
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Downtown R***e – Third Street
🍬 FREE for the whole family

Start planning those costumes, R***e. Third Street will be SPOOKTACULAR! 👻🎃🍬

10/13/2026

💜 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH | THROUGH THEIR EYES

“I haven't seen my friends in a few weeks. He gets jealous so easily. If I don't respond right away, he blows up my phone. He says it's because he cares and doesn't want to lose me. I know he loves me... right?”

May 2 — A teenage girl's diary.

At first, he made her feel special. He wanted to spend every minute with her. He told her she was different from other girls, that nobody understood him the way she did.

She thought it was love.

But slowly, things began to change.

He didn't like her friends. He questioned who she was talking to. He got angry when she didn't answer his messages immediately. And when she tried to explain how she felt, he told her she was overreacting.

Now, she spends more time worrying about making him angry than enjoying their relationship.

She's never been hit. But that doesn't mean she isn't experiencing abuse.

Emotional abuse and controlling behavior can be difficult to recognize, especially for teenagers navigating their first relationships.

Parents, caregivers, and friends — know the warning signs of teen dating abuse:
• Constant monitoring:A partner demands immediate responses to texts, calls, or messages.
• Extreme jealousy: They become angry when their partner spends time with friends or family.
• Isolation: They discourage friendships, family relationships, or activities outside the relationship.
• Manipulation: They use guilt, threats, or accusations to control their partner's decisions.
• Emotional intimidation: Their partner feels like they're constantly walking on eggshells.
• Blaming and minimizing: They dismiss hurtful behavior with phrases like "You're too sensitive" or "I only act this way because I love you."
• Loss of independence: A teenager begins changing their clothing, behavior, friendships, or routines to avoid upsetting their partner.

How can we help?

💜 Start conversations early. Talk with teenagers about healthy relationships, boundaries, trust, and respect.

💜 Listen without judgment. Avoid criticizing their partner or making them feel embarrassed about their relationship.

💜 Take their concerns seriously. Emotional abuse is real, even when there are no physical injuries.

💜 Keep communication open. Let them know they can come to you without fear of punishment or an angry reaction.

💜 Help them find support. Encourage them to speak with a trusted adult, school counselor, or domestic violence advocate.

And to every teenager reading this:

Jealousy is not proof of love. Control is not protection. Constant monitoring is not affection.

You should never have to give up your friends, your family, or your sense of self to keep someone else happy.

A healthy relationship should let you be yourself, maintain friendships, set boundaries, and feel safe expressing your feelings.

If something about your relationship doesn't feel right, trust that feeling. Talk to someone you trust.

For confidential teen dating abuse support, visit loveisrespect.org, call 866-331-9474, or text LOVEIS to 22522.

This diary is fictional. The reality of teen dating abuse is not.

💜 Love shouldn't hurt. We believe you. We support you. Let's end the cycle—together.

***ePD

10/12/2026

- the suspect has been arrested.

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⚠️ ARMED AND DANGEROUS – PLEASE BE AWARE

Thornton Police are searching for a suspect who shot and seriously injured a police officer before fleeing the scene. Luis Arebalo remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.

Please review and share the information below. Do not approach or attempt to contact this individual. If you see him or know his immediate whereabouts, call 911.

NEWS RELEASE: Officer Involved Shooting

On October 11, 2026, at approximately 9:33 p.m., Thornton Police officers responded to the 12800 block of Ulster Street to investigate a report of an unwanted person.

While officers were on scene speaking with the reporting party, the suspect fired multiple rounds at officers, striking one Thornton Police officer. The injured officer was transported to an area hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries. A second Thornton Police officer returned fire during the incident. At this time, investigators have not determined whether the suspect was struck by the officer's gunfire. The suspect fled the scene and remains at large.

The suspect has been identified as Luis Arebalo (DOB: March 3, 1989). Arebalo is described as 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing approximately 180 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black short-sleeved shirt and dark-colored pants.

Arebalo is considered armed and dangerous. Members of the public are urged not to approach or attempt to contact him. Anyone who sees Arebalo or has information regarding his immediate whereabouts should call
911.

Thornton Police investigators are actively working to locate Arebalo and continue to pursue investigative leads. Anyone with information that may assist in this investigation is encouraged to contact the Thornton
Police Tip Line at (720) 977-5069.

Additional information will be released as it becomes available and as the investigation allows.

10/12/2026

💙🐾 A Little Kindness Goes a Long Way! 💙

A HUGE thank you to the amazing fourth graders at Graham Mesa Elementary School!

These wonderful young citizens have been learning about the power of kindness, and we are so grateful they chose the R***e Police Department and our friends at Colorado River Rescue to share a little of that kindness!

The students surprised us with beautiful thank-you cards filled with thoughtful messages, kind words, and appreciation. You absolutely made our day! 💙

And let's not forget K9 Apollo! 🐾 He was more than happy to accept ALL the pets and attention from his new friends. We're pretty sure he thinks kindness should always include belly rubs!

To the students and teachers at Graham Mesa, thank you for reminding us that even the smallest acts of kindness can make a BIG difference.

Keep spreading that kindness, kids! Our community is a better place because of young people like you! 💙

***ePD ***eColorado

10/10/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗖 𝗩𝗜𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 | 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗜𝗥 𝗘𝗬𝗘𝗦

“𝙄 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙧. 𝙄 𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥 𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙜𝙚𝙩 𝙗𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧. 𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙨𝙝𝙚'𝙨 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙢, 𝙨𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙗𝙚 𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙡 𝙢𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙚'𝙨 𝙨𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙮. 𝘽𝙪𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙞𝙣, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄 𝙛𝙚𝙚𝙡 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙄'𝙢 𝙬𝙖𝙡𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙣 𝙚𝙜𝙜𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙨 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚.”

March 18 — A husband's diary.

When we think about domestic violence, we don't always picture a man as the victim. But men experience domestic violence, too. And for many, admitting what's happening can be incredibly difficult.

He loves his wife. He remembers the good days. He wants to believe her apologies and promises that things will change.

But he's also afraid in his own home.

He would never raise a hand against his wife. Yet he's embarrassed to admit that she's been physically hurting him. He worries people will laugh, question his masculinity, or simply refuse to believe him.

So he stays quiet. And he keeps hoping tomorrow will be different.

𝗗𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗯𝘆 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿. 𝗡𝗲𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻.

Recognizing signs of abuse in men:

• Unexplained injuries or repeated excuses for bruises and scratches.
• Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities they once enjoyed.
• Appearing anxious or fearful about upsetting their partner.
• Being constantly criticized, humiliated, threatened, or belittled.
• Having their finances, communications, or movements controlled.
• Making excuses for their partner's aggressive or controlling behavior.
• Expressing shame, embarrassment, or feeling that no one would believe them.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽?

• Take him seriously. Abuse is abuse, regardless of who is experiencing it.
• Listen without judgment. It may have taken tremendous courage for him to speak up.
• Avoid stereotypes. Physical strength does not protect someone from emotional or physical abuse.
• Don't tell him to fight back. Retaliation can escalate an already dangerous situation.
• Respect his decisions. Offer support without pressuring him to leave before he's ready.
• Help him find resources. Domestic violence advocates and safety planning services are available to men, too.

For confidential assistance, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 𝟴𝟬𝟬-𝟳𝟵𝟵-𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘 (𝟳𝟮𝟯𝟯) or visit 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲.𝗼𝗿𝗴. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

This diary is fictional. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁.

💜 Love shouldn't hurt. We believe you. We support you. Let's end the cycle—together.

***ePD

10/08/2026

🐻💙💛 LET’S GO, BEARS! 💛💙🐻

R***e High School’s Homecoming Parade is TOMORROW, Friday, October 9!
Come downtown, line the parade route, and help us celebrate our R***e Bears!

🚧 Road Closure: Railroad Avenue from Highway 6 to East 10th Street will close beginning at 9:45 a.m.

🎉 Parade Starts: 10:00 a.m.
⏰ Estimated Duration: About one hour

Please plan for the temporary road closure—and better yet, grab a spot along the route and help us show our Bears some hometown pride!

GO BEARS! 🐻💙💛

10/07/2026

🐻💙💛 LET’S GO, BEARS! 💛💙🐻

R***e High School’s Homecoming Parade is this Friday, October 9! Come downtown, line the parade route, and help us celebrate our R***e Bears!

🚧 Road Closure: Railroad Avenue from Highway 6 to East 10th Street will close beginning at 9:45 a.m.

🎉 Parade Starts: 10:00 a.m.
⏰ Estimated Duration: About one hour

Please plan for the temporary road closure—and better yet, grab a spot along the route and help us show our Bears some hometown pride!

GO BEARS! 🐻💙💛

10/07/2026

💙 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 💙

In recognition of 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸, we want to give a well-deserved shoutout to two people who do an incredible amount for our community: 𝗖𝗦𝗢 𝗗𝗮𝘄𝗻 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗦𝗢 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁!

As Community Service Officers, Dawn and Alan wear a LOT of hats. They help address code concerns, assist with animal-related calls, work with residents to find solutions, support our officers, help at community events, and tackle plenty of other tasks that don't always make it into a social media post.

A big part of their job is simply working with people. Code enforcement isn't just about rules—it's about education, problem-solving, communication, and helping keep our neighborhoods safe, clean, and welcoming.

Dawn and Alan approach that work with professionalism, patience, compassion, and a genuine commitment to the people who call R***e home.

Thank you, Dawn and Alan, for caring for our community and being such an important part of the R***e Police Department. 💙

***ePD ***e

10/06/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧

Please use extra caution and follow all traffic signs when traveling on Megan Ave.

Grand River Health

The Grand River Health campus in R***e features quality healthcare in R***e Colorado. Services include a 24/7 ER, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, surgery center, physical therapy department, an infusion center and more.

10/05/2026

🎃👻 LOOK WHO’S TAKING OVER THIRD STREET! 👻🎃

We keep saying the Third Street Trunk-or-Treat is a community event, and THIS is exactly what we mean. 🧡

Nearly 50 local businesses, nonprofits, organizations, and community partners have already signed up to create BOOths, hand out treats, and make this an incredible Halloween celebration for R***e families!

Please help us give a HUGE thank you to our 2026 participants:
🎃 A to B Movers
👻 Advocate Safehouse
🎃 Alpine Bank
👻 Aquatic Zoo
🎃 Bank of Colorado
👻 Beauty Bar on Third
🎃 Bookcliffs Art Center
👻 Car Seat Cleaning Bestie
🎃 CASA of the 9th
👻 Centro de la Familia
🎃 Chamber
👻 Chateau at R***e
🎃 Colorado Farm Bureau Insurance
👻 CRFR
🎃 Dispatch
👻 DOC
🎃 ECOS Environmental & Disaster Restoration, Inc.
👻 Emanual Church and School
🎃 Gina Welker - American Insurance
👻 Grand River Health
🎃 Grand Valley Athletics
👻 Great Expectations
🎃 Grizzly Youth Hockey
👻 Honey Kissed Bakery
🎃 Hope and Home
👻 Journey Home Animal Care Center
🎃 Lift-Up
👻 Lydia Allen Farmers Insurance
🎃 Massage Wellness LLC
👻 Midland Arts Co
🎃 Mountain Family Health Centers
👻 Mountain Waste
🎃 Murray Dental Group
👻 NLS Events & Services
🎃 One Jewelers
👻 Pursue Joy
🎃 R***e Climbing Center
👻 R***e Cowork
🎃 R***e Creek Apartments
👻 R***e FFA/Garfield County 4-H
🎃 R***e IT
👻 R***e Library
🎃 R***e Parks & Rec
👻 River Valley Roll-Offs
🎃 Riverstone Theatre Collective
👻 Roaring Fork Swann Clinic
🎃 The Well
👻 Valley Settlement
🎃 VELZ Junk Removal & Hauling

That’s a LOT of candy headed to Third Street. 🍬🍭 And even more importantly, it’s a pretty amazing example of how our community shows up for its kids.

To every organization donating candy, time, creativity, staff, and probably more than a few hours figuring out how to build the perfect BOOth — THANK YOU! 💙

Now we just need YOU to come enjoy it!

🎃 Friday, October 30
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Downtown R***e – Third Street
🍬 FREE for the whole family

Start planning those costumes, R***e. Third Street will be SPOOKTACULAR! 👻🎃🍬