CIRT Investigates Use of Taser Resulting in Serious Injuries
The 19th Judicial Critical Incident Response Team
March 30, 2026
CIRT Investigates Use of Taser Resulting in Serious Injuries
This press release is being distributed on behalf of the 19th Judicial Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT).
[Firestone, Colo.] – On March 29, 2026, at approximately 12:25pm, a Colorado Parks and Wildlife Ranger initiated a traffic stop on an individual driving in the St. Vrain State Park, in Firestone, Colo. The Ranger attempted to take the suspect into custody for suspicion of driving under the influence. The suspect resisted arrest and a struggle ensued. The Ranger requested backup from nearby law enforcement agencies. The Ranger sustained minor injuries.
A police officer from the Dacono Police Department arrived on scene. The suspect continued to refuse to follow the officer’s commands, and the Dacono Police Officer fired a Taser at the suspect. The Taser was effective and caused the suspect to fall backwards, hitting his head. The suspect was provided medical treatment and transported to a nearby hospital. The suspect is currently in serious condition.
The 19th Judicial Critical Incident Response Team will be handling this investigation. If anyone in the community has any information on this, please contact Detective Elizabeth Finch with the Greeley Police Department at 970-350-9682.
This is an active investigation, and more details will be released as they become available. All media inquiries will be handled by the Critical Incident Response Team Public Information Officer. For future media requests, please contact Public Information Officer, Kristen Duus with the Greeley Police Department at Kristen.duus@greeleypd.com.
MEDIA CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: Kristen.duus@greeleypd.com Phone: (970) 702-8330
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