The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) in Colorado says “multiple deputies are down” and a code red alert has been issued amid an “active” situation south of Denver.
The situation is happening on or near County Line Road between Colorado Boulevard and University Boulevard, and Highway C-470 is closed as a result.
The DCSO says citizens should avoid the area, while residents should shelter in place and avoid windows and exterior walls.
UPDATE, we have multiple deputies down, no update on their status. The scene remains active and please avoid the area.
— DC Sheriff (@dcsheriff) December 31, 2017
A Code Red was sent out regarding this incident. Any citizens in the affected area are instructed to shelter in place, avoid windows and stay away from exterior walls. pic.twitter.com/RgutCEqgJA
— DC Sheriff (@dcsheriff) December 31, 2017