UPDATE: The Summit County Sheriff’s Office is responding to a series of urgent incidents, including illegal Christmas trees, identity fraud, and physical altercations at local ski resorts. These events unfolded between November 24 and November 30, raising concerns about safety and security in the area.
On November 26, deputies initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle without a front license plate. The driver provided false identification, claiming another name. Utilizing a fingerprint reader, authorities identified him as a man with two outstanding warrants for intoxicated driving and a revoked license. He was arrested and taken to the county jail, facing multiple charges.
In a separate alarming incident, a Breckenridge woman fell victim to identity theft on November 27. After a suspicious call from someone claiming to be from Verizon, scammers successfully transferred her phone number and attempted to access her bank accounts. Fortunately, her banks blocked fraudulent charges, but a new credit card was opened in her name. The woman quickly disputed the charge, but she received countless emails from the scammers trying to breach her accounts.
Dog bites also figured in the sheriff’s log. On November 26, a delivery person was bitten by a dog while making a delivery in Summit County. The dog has since been quarantined for 10 days, and its owner received a citation.
Physical confrontations at popular ski resorts have also raised alarms. On November 27, a fight broke out at Copper Mountain during the Copper Cup event, while another altercation occurred at Keystone Resort on November 30 over a disagreement between skiers and snowboarders.
Adding to the chaos, on November 28, a deputy stopped another vehicle for lacking a front license plate. The driver, who also failed to provide valid identification, was arrested after it was revealed he had a history of traffic offenses and a revoked license.
In a more lighthearted but still concerning incident, deputies issued a warning to a family on November 29 who were caught cutting down a Christmas tree outside the designated area near Lowry Campground. They had the necessary permit from the U.S. Forest Service but misunderstood the cutting zones.
Finally, on November 30, deputies received reports of an intoxicated individual causing discomfort among patrons at a café in Copper Mountain. Although he was visibly intoxicated, law enforcement determined he had not committed any offenses and verbally trespassed him from the property at the request of security.
These incidents highlight the pressing need for vigilance in Summit County, particularly as the holiday season approaches. Residents and visitors alike are urged to remain alert and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
Stay tuned for further updates as the situation develops.
