Burglary Associated with Attempted Burglary

Fort Morgan Police are investigating one burglary that may have occurred because someone wanted to commit another burglary in a nearby business. On June 10th an officer was called to a store in the 100 block of West Kiowa Avenue where the owner had discovered someone had broken into their business, however nothing appeared to be missing. Upon further investigation, evidence was located that suggested the suspect’s intention may have been to gain access to the business next door after failing to gain access to it from the outside. While nothing was taken and damage was minimal, breaking into a building with the intent of committing a crime within is a burglary which is a class 4 felony. Second degree burglary is punishable by a jail sentence of two to six years and a fine between $2,000 and $500,000. Police are asking anyone with information in this case to call police at (970) 867-5678. If a person with information wishes to remain anonymous they can call Crime Stoppers at (970) 542-3411 or submit your tip online and remain anonymous. Anyone giving information that results in an arrest could receive a cash reward.

Police Investigating Second Armed Robbery

Fort Morgan Police are investigating another armed robbery that occurred at about 11:00p.m. Monday night. The robbery was reported by an employee from North Main Conoco located at 1300 North main Street. The employee reported the man came into the business and walked to the bathroom. The employee was grabbed from behind and the male suspect displayed a knife. After taking an undisclosed amount of money from the register, the suspect ran from the store southbound. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male wearing a knit cap, dark jacket with a hood and blue jeans. The suspect used one of his hands to diguise his face during the incident. The employee was not injured during the robbery. Dispite the immediate arrival of officers, the suspect was not located. This is the second armed robbery in the same general area within a week with similar characteristics. Anyone with information concerning these robberies is asked to call Detective Sergeant Sharp at 542-3940, Fort Morgan Police at 867-5678 or Crime Stoppers at 542-3411 or tips can be submitted online using the Crime Stoppers link at www.cityoffortmorgan.com

Police Investigating Strong Armed Robbery

The Fort Morgan Police Department responded to a call of a robbery that occurred at Happy Butts, 922 Main Street, Wednesday afternoon at approximately 2:25 pm. Police are looking for two men who walked into the store from the back entrance and approached the sales clerk allegedly pulling a knife out and held it to the clerk's throat. The men allegedly went around the counter, and made her open the register. The men fled with cash and checks from the register and a white colored lock box about the size of a brief case. They were reported to be in their early twenties, wearing dark ball caps, brown jackets and black scarfs concealing their lower faces. They were last seen running south down the alley and east on 8th Avenue. Anyone with any information on the suspects is urged to contact the police department at (970) 867-5678 or Crimestoppers at (970) 542-3411 and remain anonymous. You may also submit your tip online and remain anonymous.

Fort Morgan Newspaper Vending Machines Stolen

Fort Morgan Police are asking for information on the theft of three newspaper vending machines stolen from the Fort Morgan area. The machines were taken from three different locations within a twenty-four hour period. The entire machine along with newspapers and coins were taken. Most likely the newspaper dispensers were taken, the coin boxes were broken into, and the coins stolen from the machine. It’s possible the machines have been discarded somewhere after the money was stolen. If the intent was to steal the coins from the vending machines a charge of burglary may apply to the thieves who took the devices, resulting in a felony charges. Residents throughout the county are asked to be on the look-out for newspaper machines that may have been abandoned in fields, ditches, or other remote locations. Anyone finding a machine is asked to call the authorities in their area or if they have information on who committed the thefts to call the Fort Morgan Police Department at (970) 867-5678. If a person with information wishes to remain anonymous they can call Crime Stoppers at (970) 542-3411 or submit your tip online and remain anonymous.

Fort Morgan Police Continue To Investigate Burglary

Fort Morgan Detectives are continuing to investigate a burglary that occurred in the early morning hours of April 1st. Two suspects broke into a business at 527 State Street and stole more than $1,000 dollars of merchandise and caused over $700 in damages. Surveillance cameras caught images of the thieves and the photographs have been publicized in the news and on the police department’s website. Morgan County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $1,000 dollars for information that leads to the arrest of those responsible for the burglary. A person giving information can remain anonymous and still receive a reward by calling 542-4311. Anyone with information on this or other crimes is asked to call the Fort Morgan Police Department at 867-5678, call CRIMESTOPPERS at (970) 542-3411, or submit your tip online and remain anonymous. Police are hopeful that someone will recognize one or both men in the photos and provide information that will help solve this case.

Fort Morgan Business Victim of Wire Fraud

A Fort Morgan business trying to collect payment for services they provided was taken advantage of a second time when they became the victim of a fraudulent out-of-state collection agency. The local company had supplied services to a business located near the Denver Metro area and did not receive payment for the work they performed. They contacted an out-of-state collection agency in an attempt to recover payment for the services. The fraudulent collection agency requested payment up front and told the victim to send the money by wire, followed by a request for a check in the same amount. The victim confirmed that the wired money had been received and wisely refused to send a check. The local business never received any payment or assistance from the fraudulent collection company. When they attempted to contact them, the phone had been disconnected and authorities found the business address was not a legitimate location. This is one of several recent reports the Fort Morgan Police have received where criminals use a wire transfer service to defraud their victims. Residents should use extreme caution when wiring money. Money that is stolen through a wire fraud scheme is difficult to recover and victims are often left with nothing to show for their payment. If you think you have been a victim of a fraud or theft, call the Fort Morgan Police Department at 867-5678 or if you or anyone has information on this or other crimes is asked to call the Fort Morgan Police Department at 867-5678, call CRIMESTOPPERS at (970) 542-3411, or submit your tip online and remain anonymous.

Police Investigate Robbery At Local Business

On March 3rd, Fort Morgan police were called to the 900 block of State Street on the report of a theft that occurred at a business located there. Officers spoke with a witness who stated a Hispanic male had come into the building and was acting suspicious. When the male was observed again a few minutes later, he was going through the personal property of some of the other occupants of the building. When confronted, the suspect attempted to flee the business with some of the belongings. A brief struggle occurred when one of the victims attempted to retrieve stolen property the suspect was holding. No injuries were reported and the suspect fled on foot. Witnesses described the suspect as having very short black hair, bushy eyebrows and a lip piercing. He had a thin build and was wearing a dark coat with dark pants and tennis shoes. Officers contacted a possible suspect and are continuing to investigate this case. Anyone with information on this or other crimes is asked to call the Fort Morgan Police Department at 867-5678 or CRIMESTOPPERS at (970) 542-3411. Anyone giving information that results in an arrest could receive a cash reward.

Police Investigate Residential Burglary

Fort Morgan police are looking for information about a day-time burglary that occurred in the 800 Block of East Eighth Avenue on February 16th. The homeowner left the residence earlier in the day and returned home several times throughout the day. When they finally returned home later that evening, they discovered a laptop computer missing, though at that time, nothing else seemed to have been taken. However, upon further investigation by the resident, they discovered some power tools missing from the garage. It is believed the thefts occurred sometime during the day, and the burglar may have found an open door inadvertently left unlock by the owner. Items take in the burglary include a laptop computer with a brand name of “Ultra” and two DeWalt cordless drills, one possibly a 12-volt and the other an 18-volt. Anyone with information on this or other crimes is asked to call the Fort Morgan Police Department at 867-5678 or CRIMESTOPPERS at (970) 542-3411.

Police Investigate Attempted Burglary

Fort Morgan Police are looking for information in connection with an attempted residential burglary and theft from a storage shed. On January 30th, a homeowner returned home to their residence in the 900 block of Meeker St. to find that someone had attempted to break into the home through the front door. The thief tried to force the door open, but was unsuccessful because a deadbolt lock was used to secure the door. While the door sustained about $100 damage, the burglar did not gain entry into the dwelling: however; a nearby storage shed was broken into and some items may have been taken. The exact value is still under investigation. Burglary of a residence is a class 3 felony and punishable by four to twelve years in prison. Anyone with information related to this case is asked to call the Fort Morgan Police Department at 867-5678, or CrimeStoppers at 542-3411.