Colorado Springs Crime Report: Vandalism, Assault, and Undetermined Death

Colorado Springs, Colorado, crime report for the week ending September 16, 2025.On the morning of September 12, police were called to the main entrance of the Office of the Sheriff downtown regarding damage and vandalism, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Security footage showed a suspect attempted to force entry near Centennial Hall in the early morning hours, then vandalized the building’s security hardware when entry was unsuccessful. Deputies later identified and arrested 62-year-old Mitchell Highsmith after recognizing him from surveillance footage near Centennial Hall. Highsmith was booked into jail and charged with criminal attempt to commit second-degree burglary and felony criminal mischief. His bond was set at $2,000. This case remains open with no further suspects sought at this time.Shortly after midnight on September 12, the Regional Communications Center received a 911 call about a large fight in an apartment complex in the 1600 block of Hampton South. Patrol deputies arrived to find multiple individuals in a heated argument outside the residence, with injuries reported inside. Multiple victims were injured, some seriously, and emergency services transported them to hospital. Investigation revealed one adult female and three juveniles allegedly forced their way into the apartment and assaulted occupants before neighbors intervened. Deputies arrested 18-year-old Aolani Barnes on charges of first-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit second-degree assault, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and third-degree assault. Barnes later posted $5,000 bond and was released; the investigation remains active. No case numbers were provided.On September 16, KOAA reported that the El Paso County Coroner’s Office determined the cause of death for Cheryl Bennett, a Colorado Springs woman reported missing in late July near the intersection of Austin Bluffs and Dublin Boulevard, as undetermined. Her body was found south of the Champion Apartments on August 1. The coroner concluded she drowned in the presence of a prescription medication, but police do not suspect foul play. This case remains under investigation, and authorities encourage anyone with additional information to come forward. No suspect description was released.Prank calls to 911 created confusion for first responders across the city this week, according to the Cortez Police Department. While not specific to Colorado Springs, this highlights a broader regional trend that may impact local emergency response readiness.There were no major trends in violent crime this week, though property crimes and vandalism remain a persistent focus. Theft and burglary calls were within typical city averages, and there were no reported homicides unrelated to the above death investigation.For emergencies, dial 911. To provide a tip about an unsolved crime in Colorado Springs, contact the Colorado Springs Police Department non-emergency line or submit information anonymously through Crime Stoppers.Thank you for tuning in for today’s Colorado Springs crime report. If you want regular updates, subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI