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The
Manitou Springs Police Department responds to approximately
3,000 calls for service a year. These responses range from minor
citizen assists and complaints to assaults, homicides, and illegal
clandestine drug manufacturing labs. The Manitou Springs Police
Department is a community oriented policing agency, and our
officers strive to work with the citizens to better the community.
Our department is actively involved in a proactive form of law
enforcement, believing that preventing crime is one of the best
services we can provide to our citizens. We are also relentless
in our efforts to solve the crimes that do occur, apprehend
suspects, and seek justice for all involved.
The Manitou
Springs Police Department protects and serves the City of
Manitou Springs with a population of approximately six thousand
residents, and encompassing approximately six square miles.
Throughout the late spring, summer, and early fall, the population
just about triples in size due to the influx of tourists who
enjoy the awesome views, fresh air, relaxed atmosphere, and
many area attractions.
FRAUD ALERT
Check Fraud Scam
Officers of the Manitou Springs Police Department have begun to receive check fraud scams and want the public to be aware so that no one falls victim to this crime.
A brief overview of the scam entails a check being sent from overseas to a recipient in the United States. The potential victim then deposits the check into his account and then wires a portion of the check via Western Union to the sender who is overseas. After checking the account, the victim discovers that the check was fraudulent and unable to retrieve the specified funds and thus is out the wired funds. Because of the offender location somewhere overseas, U.S. law enforcement has no jurisdiction over this matter and cannot prosecute the offender. Officers urge the public to be cautious when receiving unsolicited correspondence from overseas when money is involved.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Officer E. Oliver at the Manitou Springs Police Department. (719)685-5407 |
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