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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Today, June 19, 2026, shortly after 1:00 p.m., personnel from the LaSalle Fire Protection District and emergency medical services responded to a 911 call in the 100 block of South 1st Street regarding a person pinned beneath a tractor-trailer truck.

Fire and medical personnel arrived on scene and extricated a 36-year-old man from underneath the vehicle. Life-saving measures were immediately initiated, and the man was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Officers with the LaSalle Police Department are actively investigating the incident. The victim’s identity will be released by the Weld County Coroner’s Office following notification of next of kin.

Anyone with information about the incident, who witnessed the event, or who may have video footage is asked to contact Sgt. Chamberlain at [email protected], Officer Hernandez at [email protected], or call 970-284-5541.

Our sincerest condolences are extended to the victim’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.

No further information will be released at this time.

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06/19/2026

Weld County man taken into custody after fleeing traffic stop

What starts as a quiet night for our night shift patrol can turn busy in an instant.

Just after 2:30 A.M. yesterday morning a Weld County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Nissan Sentra at Pelican Lane and Pelican Way (near the city of Evans). The deputy reportedly witnessed the driver of the Nissan drive through a flashing red light without coming to a complete stop.

The deputy contacted the driver, who was later identified as 25 year old Amada Hernandez Garcia and suspected he was impaired.

The deputy returned to his patrol car to continue his investigation, and he noticed the Nissan’s brake lights came on indicating the vehicle was likely shifting into gear. The deputy approached the driver’s side window and ordered Hernandez Garcia to stop, but he reportedly drove off.

After searching the area, the deputy who initiated the traffic stop eventually found the Nissan partially off the roadway in an embankment. As the deputy approached the car, he saw someone inside the vehicle that appeared to be Hernandez-Garcia trying to climb out of the car window. The deputy ordered Hernandez-Garcia to show his hands. Hernandez-Garcia fell out of the car, and onto the ground. Once Hernandez-Garcia got to his feet, he fled, and the deputy chased after him on foot. The deputy ended the foot pursuit by firing his taser at Hernandez-Garcia. Once Hernandez-Garcia fell to the ground, the deputy was able to handcuff him. Emergency medical services arrived, and transported Hernandez-Garcia to a local hospital.

At the hospital, while trying to move Hernandez-Garcia, his restraints were temporarily released, and he reportedly assaulted a member of the medical staff. After Hernandez-Garcia was medically cleared from the hospital, he was transported to the Weld County jail where he faces charges of:
• Second Degree Assault - Police Off/Fireman Minor Injury
• Criminal Mischief $300 - $1000 Private
• Obstructing Peace Officer/Police Animal/Fireman
• Vehicular Eluding
• Failed To Drive in a Single Lane (Weaving) (Traffic)
• Drove Vehicle While Under Influence
• Possessed Open Alcoholic Beverage Container in Vehicle
• Failure To Display Proof of Insurance (Traffic)
• Failed To (Remain At/Return To) Accident Scene (Traffic)
• Failed To Obey Traffic Control Signal (Traffic)

No matter how the night unfolds, our night shift deputies are dedicated to keeping Weld County safe! All charges are merely accusations until, or unless proven guilty in a court of law.

06/19/2026

Have the Juneteenth holiday off today? Beat the heat with an afternoon at the pool! Discovery Bay Waterpark is hosting its 19th Anniversary with free swimming from 12-6 p.m. Meet Play on the Way mobile recreation at Balsam Park for some outdoor games and explore the natural area while you’re here. Part of the 20 Years of Play celebration. Be sure to pick up a passport, get it stamped at a daily activity and turn it in on June 21 to win a prize! https://greeleyco.gov/events/greeley-events/204385033/

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Heading to downtown Greeley for Friday Fest tonight? Stop by the Ice Haus from 5-7 p.m. for a 21st Anniversary event and skate on the synthetic ice on the patio. They’ll have food trucks available so you can grab a snack while you listen to music. Stay for an exclusive 21 and older Cosmic Skating from 6-8:30pm or enroll in the Paint and Sip class and create a masterpiece. Learn more at https://greeleyco.gov/events/greeley-events/204384069/

06/19/2026

Do you know what your Sheriff & Commissioner do for you? Join us on June 27th, at the Milliken Public Library, 266 S Irene Ave. Milliken 80543 from 12:00-1:30 P.M. All candidates have been invited.

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