Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) announced Tuesday that a fugitive wanted in Florida for an alleged violent sexual assault of a juvenile was arrested in the city’s 2000 block of Wold Avenue. The operation was a joint effort involving the U.S. Marshals Service Southern Colorado Violent Offender Task Force, the Fountain Police Department’s Directed Investigations Community Engagement division, and a Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office K‑9 named Zeus.

Coordinated multi‑agency response

Law enforcement officials in Florida alerted CSPD that the suspect might be residing in Colorado Springs. Detectives from the U.S. Marshals Service responded, and CSPD provided tactical support, including a mobile drone from its Real Time Crime Center. The drone operator observed the suspect attempting to exit the residence through a back door, prompting officers to announce their presence at the front door.

When the suspect realized a K‑9 was on scene, the animal’s presence and the tactical team’s warnings led to an immediate surrender, avoiding further confrontation.

Arrest and extradition

After the peaceful surrender, officers placed the suspect in custody and transported him to the Colorado Springs Criminal Justice Center. He remains there awaiting extradition to Florida, where authorities will pursue charges related to the alleged assault of a minor. CSPD has not released the suspect’s identity due to the sensitive nature of the investigation.

Community safety and inter‑agency cooperation

The successful capture underscores the importance of cooperation between local, state and federal law‑enforcement agencies. CSPD highlighted the role of the drone and K‑9 unit in locating and apprehending the suspect quickly and safely, demonstrating the department’s commitment to protecting Colorado Springs residents, especially its most vulnerable members.

Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities. The Colorado Springs Police Department continues to work closely with partner agencies to ensure public safety and to bring fugitives to justice.

About the agencies involved

• Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD): Provides local law‑enforcement services, including tactical response and community outreach.
• U.S. Marshals Service Southern Colorado Violent Offender Task Force: Federal agency responsible for apprehending fugitives and managing violent offender cases.
• Fountain Police Department – Directed Investigations Community Engagement division: Works with neighboring jurisdictions on complex investigations.
• Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office K‑9 Unit – Zeus: Provides canine support for tracking and apprehending suspects.

The coordinated effort reflects the dedication of Colorado’s law‑enforcement community to uphold the rule of law and protect families across the state.

Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.