CSP Colorado Springs

Thank you to the Rocky Mountain Vibes for inviting us to the Law Enforcement Appreciation game on September 7.

Sobriety checkpoint tonight on Highway 16 in Fountain, between Fountain Mesa and I-25. We will kick things off at 9 p m

Sobriety checkpoint, tomorrow night, starting at 9 PM. Highway 16 (Mesa Ridge Parkway) westbound. This is a combined operation with the Fountain Police Department .

We're conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint tonight on E-470. Don't risk a DUI or someone's life. Make a plan for a sober ride!

Hey, Class of 2025! Did you know that in 2023, only 56% of teen passengers reported wearing seat belts regularly in the U.S.? The failure to wear seat belts significantly increases the risk of injury or death in a crash, underscoring the need for parents and peers to reinforce the importance of seat belts, even when not driving

Turning corners and turning heads. Earlier this month, we kicked off the racing season at the @ColoradoSpeedway by unveiling our new pace car. Whether headed to the track or any other event this weekend, drive the speed limit. Leave racing for the professionals.

From the National Weather Service: BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 3 PM MST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 70 mph. * WHERE...Northern El Paso. Please be prepared.

** Winter Storm Alert! ** A winter storm is forecasted to hit the Denver Metro area around rush hour traffic tonight. Roads may become slick and hazardous, so reduce your speeds and leave extra space. The storm is expected to continue through the night into tomorrow morning's commute. If you can't stay home, plan ahead and allow extra travel time. Do you know what to do in a crash? Watch this video.

Yellow means to prepare to stop, not speed up. Last year, troopers investigated almost 70 deadly crashes caused by drivers who ignored traffic lights and stop signs. Always stop on red - it's the law and saves lives. A few seconds isn't worth the risk of a devastating crash.

Even though the temperature is below freezing, our Troopers are still out making sure the roads are safe. Trooper Sutton located and arrested an impaired driver near Cimarron Hills early in his shift. Don't drink and drive. Call a sober ride. 2B7 #dui #drivesober

Amazing work Corporal Archer! Your professionalism shined through and has positively impacted members of the motoring public! Keep up the amazing work! #PathForward

When you see a motorist on the shoulder, move over or slow down. It's not just about being courteous, it's the law. Safety starts with your actions.

Patrolman Michael H. James December 18, 1975 Patrolman James stopped a pickup driving westbound on Colorado 24 near Limon. While James was running a driver’s license check, the driver assaulted him and took his service revolver. James tried to regain control of the situation but he was shot several times. The suspect left James beside the road and disabled the patrol car radio. A short time later, a truck driver with a CB radio called the Limon dispatch office and reported a wounded officer. James was dead by the time the doctor arrived. The suspect surrendered after three hours and was later convicted of robbery, murder, and being a habitual criminal. He was sentenced to three life terms. James entered the Patrol May 9, 1971.

New Colorado law: no phones while driving. Beginning Jan. 1, drivers are prohibited from using a mobile device, unless you have a hands-free accessory. Learn more at codot.gov/handsfreeco. #dropthedistraction

Patrolman Gerald R. Williams December 16, 1967 Patrolman Williams was killed while assisting two motorists near Rocky Ford on Colorado 50. One motorist was out of gas, and the other was stuck in the median. While Williams was walking on the roadway, a vehicle driven by a La Junta man hit him. Williams was transported to a hospital in La Junta and was pronounced dead on arrival. Williams entered the Patrol November 6, 1961

On December 7, 1941, the word was forever changed when the attack on Pearl Harbor claimed over 2,400 lives and thrust the United States into World War II. This day marks a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by service members and civilians alike, as well as the resilience and unity that followed in its wake. Let us honor the memory of those who perished and pay tribute to the courage of those who rose to the challenge in defense of freedom. We will never forget.

End of Watch Trooper Joseph A. Ynostroza December 6, 1989

Trooper James K. Farris November 29, 1980 Trooper Farris was killed while pursuing an eastbound traffic violator near Frisco on Interstate 70. During the pursuit, the patrol car went out of control, ran off the road, and rolled. Farris was wearing his seatbelt, but the force of the rollover was so severe that he sustained critical injuries. He died a short time later at Summit Medical Center in Frisco. Farris entered the Patrol August 6, 1979.

Hands on the wheel, not your phone. Effective Jan. 1, it is illegal in Colorado to use a mobile device while driving, unless you have a hands-free accessory. Learn more at codot.gov/handsfreeco. #DropTheDistraction

Attention drivers: Important road closures are coming up that may affect your travel plans. Stay informed and plan your routes accordingly to avoid delays. Here is a list of current closures: I-70 Eastbound Airpark to Burlington I-70 Westbound Burlington to Limon I-25 Southbound from Pueblo to Colorado/New Mexico state line US 24 Eastbound/Westbound Calhan to Limon US 40 Westbound from Cheyenne Wells to Limon US 160 Eastbound/Westbound from US 350 Junction to CO 389 Junction US 160 Eastbound/Westbound from Kim to US 385 Junction US 287 Northbound from Wiley to Kit Carson US 350 Eastbound Eastbound/Westbound from Trinidad to La Junta CO 59 Northbound/Southbound from Yuma to Kit Carson CO 71 Northbound/Southbound from Last Chance to Punkin Center CO 86 Eastbound/Westbound from Kiowa to I-70 CO 94 Eastbound/Westbound from El Paso County line to US 40/287 Junction CO 109 Northbound/Southbound from La Junta to Kim CO 389 Northbound/ Southbound from New Mexico state line to US 160 Junction Check website COtrip.org to stay up to date on closures today.