Seven Suspects Arrested For Home Burglary in Colorado Springs
If you live in Colorado Springs, hearing about a home burglary in your neighborhood can feel unsettling—and that’s exactly what happened early Monday morning, Nov. 10. Around 7 a.m., I learned that officers from the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) were called to the 3000 block of East Bijou Street, near East Platte Avenue and North Circle Drive, after reports of a burglary in progress.
When the police arrived, they saw two people stepping out of a white Ford Bronco and entering the home—only to discover later that the vehicle had been stolen. It’s the kind of scenario that immediately makes you think: could this happen to me or someone I know? I know I felt that rush of concern just reading the reports.
CSPD quickly set up containment, bringing in their Tactical Enforcement Unit, K9 team, and even the drone unit to manage the situation safely. The officers used verbal commands to get people inside the house to leave, and as they did, five people were arrested on outstanding felony and misdemeanor warrants. In addition, the officers recovered a firearm at the scene, and two more individuals were taken into custody for the stolen Bronco…