Calhan Police Department

03/13/2026

The Calhan Police Department is asking for the community's assistance with identifying this individual. If you have any information relating to the identity of this person, please contact the Calhan Police Department at the Following - OFFICE: 719-347-2586 or DISPATCH: 719-390-5555. We appreciate your assistance.

03/09/2026

The Calhan Police Department is seeking the community's assistance in identifying a vehicle involved in the theft of a high-value piece of construction equipment. This incident occurred on Sunday, March 8th, at the lot located at 15 5th Street. We urge anyone who recognizes the truck in the attached photo or has any information related to this theft to please contact the Calhan Police Department at 719-390-5555. Your cooperation is vital in helping us recover the stolen equipment and apprehend those responsible. Thank you for your support.

02/13/2026

Shout out to Ofc. Meyer!

🚔 Today we’re celebrating Officer Mark Meyer, our incredible Calhan SRO! From keeping our schools safe to building strong relationships with students and staff, we’re so grateful for all he does.

When he’s not on duty, you’ll find Officer Meyer hunting, fishing, camping, or spending time with his horses. 🐎 His soundtrack of choice is “Daydream Cowboy” by Chris LeDoux. 🤠 His favorite movie is the classic Hondo with John Wayne.

⭐ Fun fact: Officer Meyer once served as a Camp David White House Marine before volunteering for Desert Storm — talk about dedication and service! 🇺🇸

👮‍♂️ Thank you, Officer Meyer, for protecting, mentoring, and supporting our Calhan students every day. We appreciate you more than words can say!

02/13/2026

For Release

02/08/2026

Great job to our local fire department!

A late night fire destroyed a dog kennel in Calhan, killing one dog and leaving another in critical condition. Quick action by employees and volunteer firefighters saved 30 others. Instead of rebuilding first, the owners are now raising money to thank the volunteer fire departments who responded.

01/23/2026

Before you travel this weekend

Please check the road conditions, you can do this at cotrip.org. Remember wind always makes snowy conditions worse.

Pack an emergency kit that includes food, water, and blankets for everyone in the vehicle.

Inform someone of your route and estimated arrival time, and notify them when you depart and arrive.

Although we would recommend you stay home during bad winter conditions, if you do need to travel plan extra time and drive slow. During poor weather, driving at or above the speed limit is not recommend.

Snow will spread into the Continental Divide on Friday then across the southeast plains Friday afternoon through Saturday before decreasing Saturday night. The heaviest snow is expected across the mountains but amounts are still prone to change, especially south of highway 50. Winter Weather Advisories have been posted, and additional advisories may become necessary depending on the evolution of the storm. Please continue to monitor the forecasts closely and prepare for slick and snow covered roads.

01/15/2026

Recently, we made a post about scam prevention. A member of our depatment recived the following text this morning. This is a scam! If you or one of your family members recive this message or a similar message, and have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

01/12/2026

********************UPDATE*********************

BOTH SUSPECTS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED!!!!!

We appreciate all the tips and information that was provided by the public and members of our community. It was your input that was allowed us to close out this matter. Thank you and good work.

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The Calhan Police Department is investigating a theft that occurred on 01/11/2026. We are asking the community for help in identifying the suspects. If anyone knows the identity of either person in this photo, please contact us at (719) 347-2586.

01/10/2026

Telephone, internet and other forms of scams often target the elderly and other vulnerable members of our communities. To help us prevent these criminals from victimizing these members of our communities, we ask you to please reach out to your family and friends that you believe are at a higher risk of falling victim to these crimes and have conversations with them about the risks of telephone and other scams. Here are some ways we can work together to protect our at risk loved ones:

Before they are scammed (Prevention)

• Start Casual & Frequent: Weave fraud prevention into regular conversations, not just during a crisis.
• Share Your Story: Talk about scams you've encountered (even if you didn't fall for them) to create a safe space for sharing.
• Role-Play Scenarios: Practice what to do if they get a suspicious call (e.g., "Who is this?", "Verify with a known number").
• Normalize "Second Opinions": Encourage them to always ask you or another trusted person if they're unsure.

When they might be scammed (Intervention)

•Lead with Empathy: Say, "I'm worried about you," not "How could you be so foolish?".
•Validate Feelings, Not the Scam: Reassure them, "Scammers are experts at tricking smart people like you; it's not your fault".
•Listen: Let them tell their story without interruption to identify red flags together.
•Ask, Don't Accuse: "Can we just double-check this together so I can stop worrying?".
•Identify Red Flags: Point out urgency, requests for secrecy, or pressure to pay immediately as major warning signs.

If they've already been scammed (Support)

• Focus on Next Steps: Ask, "What can we do next?" to move forward together.
• Protect Information: Help them check for identity theft and secure accounts.
• Report It: Encourage reporting to the FTC (ReportFraud.ftc.gov) or ic3.gov (FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center).
• Offer Practical Help: Assist with contacting banks, changing passwords, or finding support resources.

01/02/2026

For public release