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Chacon death ruled a homicide
Chacon A 2016 case involving the death of a man whose remains were found off of Mill Creek Road was recently determined to be a homicide. The full version of this story is available in the print...
View ArticleMan interrupts ACSO traffic stop, resists arrest
On Sunday, June 11, the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) arrested a man after he approached a deputy and interrupted a routine traffic stop, shouting profanities at both the deputy and driver....
View ArticleFirst-degree murder charge filed in shooting death
Charges have been filed against Chad Nystrom, the man accused of killing Richard “Dick” Isaacs. The full version of this story is available in the print edition and e-edition of the Pagosa Springs SUN....
View ArticleJuvenile arrested for stealing truck, possessing gun
The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) arrested a 16-year-old on the evening of June 13 after he stole a truck and was later found with a firearm in his possession. The full version of this story...
View ArticlePSPD searching for hit-and-run driver
The Pagosa Springs Police Department (PSPD) is asking for the public’s help in locating a vehicle that was involved in a three-vehicle accident before fleeing the scene. The full version of this story...
View ArticleACSO searches for individual who shot, killed alpaca
The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) is looking for an individual who shot and killed an alpaca, possibly from U.S. 84, on the morning of Sunday, June 25. The full version of this story is...
View ArticleACSO responds to domestic violence calls
The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) responded to several domestic violence disputes over the course of the week. The full version of this story is available in the print edition and e-edition...
View ArticleCharges filed in shooting death
Charges have been filed against Charlotte Benally, the woman accused of being an accessory to the killing of Richard “Dick” Isaacs. The full version of this story is available in the print edition and...
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Shooting death: Benally’s arraignment continued to Sept. 5
Charlotte Benally The arraignment hearing for Charlotte Benally, the woman accused of being an accessory in the killing of Richard “Dick” Isaacs, has been continued to Sept. 5 at 9 a.m. The full...
View ArticleTwo arrested for assault after allegedly breaking man’s jaw
The Pagosa Springs Police Department (PSPD) arrested two individuals on July 20 after they allegedly assaulted a man, resulting in serious bodily injuries. The full version of this story is available...
View ArticleJuvenile allegedly assaults sister, attempts to ride horse to town
The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) arrested a juvenile on Sunday, Aug. 6 after he allegedly had a physical confrontation with his older sister and tried to halter a horse to ride into Pagosa...
View ArticleTwo arrested for trying to sell stolen firearms, other goods
On Thursday, Aug. 8, the Pagosa Springs Police Department (PSPD) arrested two individuals on charges of theft after they attempted to sell stolen items to the San Juan Trading Post. The full version of...
View ArticleLocal man arrested for felony menacing, theft
On Aug. 19, the Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) arrested a man who was allegedly intoxicated and pointed a stolen shotgun at a deputy. The full version of this story is available in the print...
View ArticleNo arrest made in shooting fatality
No arrests have been made following an incident regarding a self-defense killing that resulted in U.S. 160 being closed for roughly 15 hours. The full version of this story is available in the print...
View ArticleSuspect caught in robbery, vehicle chase
A man has been arrested after he allegedly assaulted a woman, stole her pickup truck and led law enforcement officers on a multicounty pursuit. The full version of this story is available in the print...
View ArticleSchool district named in suit
Editor’s note: Due to the nature of the allegations, The SUN has chosen not to include the names of the individuals involved or details of the actions alleged out of respect to those involved. A...
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Former resident re-arrested for rape after 27 years on the lam
Photo courtesyAndrew Binion/Kitsap SunWarron Big Eagle On Sept. 6, a former Pagosa Springs resident entered an Alford plea to a 1987 statutory rape case after avoiding prosecution for almost 30 years....
View ArticleFemale arrested in motor vehicle theft
A woman has been arrested after allegedly stealing a man’s car whose property she was living on. The full version of this story is available in the print edition and e-edition of the Pagosa Springs...
View ArticleMan arrested on assault charge
The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) arrested a man after he allegedly assaulted another individual during an argument. The full version of this story is available in the print edition and...
View ArticleUpdate: Law enforcement seeking wanted man
Archuleta County law enforcement are looking for a white male, approximately 5-foot-9-inches tall, wearing a dark-colored sweatshirt and blue jeans. He may be bald or wearing a white baseball hat. The...
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