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Parker Road tip leads to arrest in stolen vehicle and theft case

Parker Road tip leads to arrest in stolen vehicle and theft case

A resident report helped police stop a stolen Jeep and arrest two suspects along Parker Road; the case matters as it highlights local vehicle theft and probation supervision.

James Thompson•2 min read•03:34 PM

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About Douglas, CO

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Approximately 357,978 residents

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Castle Rock, Colorado

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843 square miles in central Colorado

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Castle Rock opens registration for 2026 summer youth camps

Castle Rock opens registration for 2026 summer youth camps

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Douglas County trains residents in adult mental health first aid

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Douglas County warns of statewide DMV outage during February upgrade

Douglas County warns of statewide DMV outage during February upgrade

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New Southpark Pickleball Complex Construction Complete but Opening Postponed

New Southpark Pickleball Complex Construction Complete but Opening Postponed

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Castle Pines posts agenda and opens applications for parks board

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January Storm Leaves Patchy Snow Across Douglas County Suburbs

January Storm Leaves Patchy Snow Across Douglas County Suburbs

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Philip S. Miller Park: Douglas County's Major Recreation Hub

Philip S. Miller Park: Douglas County's Major Recreation Hub

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Castle Pines Posts January 13 Council Agenda - Swearing-In Scheduled

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Castle Rock Approves $1.1M Purchase to Expand Open Space

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Douglas County Leaders React After Resounding Home Rule Defeat

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Parker Revises Rules to Support Mobile Businesses and Food Trucks

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Local leaders preview 2026 legislative priorities at Lone Tree breakfast

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Train-Linked Brush Fire Near Louviers Raises Local Wildfire Concerns

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Douglas County Reassures Residents Benefits Programs Continue Without Interruption

Douglas County Reassures Residents Benefits Programs Continue Without Interruption

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Highlands Ranch Mansion Opens Regular Public Hours and Tours

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Douglas County Court Approves 25% Rental Cap in Sawgrass Community

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Douglas County Winter Trails Guide, Health Benefits and Access

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