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Douglas County sheriff's office reports low crime levels but flags assaults and juvenile off‑highway vehicle issues
Summary
Chief White and deputies told council there is not a significant crime trend in Castle Pines but reported six assaults in the last 30 days and several incidents tied to bars; deputies also described enforcement and outreach for electric motorcycles, scooters and golf carts used on streets and sidewalks.
Chief White updated the council on local enforcement priorities and recent trends. He said the department is working a recurring complaint about a large vehicle parked on Briardale and has been troubleshooting ticketing and measurement to enforce parking codes. On crime counts he said "in the last 30 days, 6 assaults in progress" were the highest violent‑crime statistic and that identity theft cases are down.
Deputies and council members discussed juveniles operating non‑street‑legal e‑motorcycles and scooters. A deputy explained the state distinction: vehicles above a certain wattage classify as e‑motorcycles and require registration, mirrors, lights and a license; officers have been contacting youth and parents and issuing citations where appropriate. The sheriff's office said it will continue targeted patrols of bars and increased presence at events and pools during summer months.
