Officer Reports 4/28/25 to 5/4/25

4/28…Nothing reported.

4/29…11:40 am…Zone 8...Mirada Road: BIS on-duty Officer received several calls from a member regarding a possibly homeless female wearing all black clothing, walking South towards the zoo. BIS Officer responded, and homeless appearing female was contacted at 11:56 am. Female was distraught and unsure of her location. Officer assessment indicated she was not a threat or impaired. Officer provided her with a ride to the South Nevada Avenue area where homeless services were available. The officer cleared the call at 12:15 pm.

4/29…6:22 pm…Zone 7…Lake Avenue: While patrolling, BIS Officer observed a homeless appearing male trespassing on private property. Officer initiated contact and the suspicious male proclaimed he was "one of the many homeless in America". Male was described as a WM, late 20s/early 30s, brown hair and beard, wearing a red hat, black jacket and pants. Homeless male appeared alert and not impaired. Officer informed the male he was trespassing on private property. The homeless male immediately left the property and the area when requested without any issues. Officer cleared the contact at 6:27 pm.

4/30…8:08 am…Zone 1...Mesa Ave: Received a call from a BIS member regarding a homeless appearing person lying on a bus stop bench. The BIS Officer arrived in the area at 8:18 am and checked the area but was unable to locate anyone at, or near, the location initially thought to be where the homeless appearing person was seen. While patrolling the area approximately an hour later, the BIS Officer did find and contact a homeless appearing female sleeping on a different bus stop bench in the area. The female refused any assistance. She appeared to be alert and not impaired and was waiting for the bus to arrive to leave the area. Officer cleared and checked back later to find the female was gone. No other calls were received.

5/1…Nothing reported.

5/2…7:45 am…Zones 4 and 10…Strickler, Sanford and Penrose:  A non-member resident notified BIS Friday morning after personal items were stolen from their vehicle, which was parked in their driveway in front of their garage. The resident provided video footage capturing footage of one of the suspects.

Later Friday afternoon, a Broadmoor-area resident posted a video on the Nextdoor app showing two armed individuals with handguns drawn approaching a home, while a third suspect searched a car parked in front of the garage. A fourth suspect waited in a vehicle on the street. BIS subsequently posted a Community Alert regarding this incident.

Shortly after the Community Alert was sent, a third Broadmoor-area resident shared a photo with BIS of an armed individual walking up their driveway towards their home. A second Community Alert was then posted Saturday morning.

The videos and photos from all three homeowners clearly show the same suspects involved in each incident, which took place between 3:00 AM and 3:30 AM on Thursday morning May 1st.

The only known detail about the suspects is that they were driving a dark-colored four-door sedan. One suspect was wearing bright white sneakers, while another was seen in a heavy down puffy jacket. Our Chief of Security, Mark Trostel, is actively working with CSPD on this matter.  CSPD is investigating whether these incidences are connected to the individuals involved in the Community Alert sent out on February 23rd.  We will update members as soon as more information becomes available. 

Nightly Security Checklist:

• Lock all doors and windows, including vehicles and garages.

• Arm all security alarms.

• Keep a charged phone nearby with the BIS mobile number saved.

• Remove all valuables from vehicles, including loose change and garage remotes.

• Close and lock side gates.

• Ensure exterior lights and security cameras are functioning properly.

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Please remain vigilant and alert. If you observe anything suspicious, do not engage—call BIS at 719-661-0719 or 911 immediately.

5/3…Nothing reported.

5/4…5:07 am…Zone 7…Lake Avenue: Received a call from a BIS member about a possible homeless male hitch hiking in the area.  The member reported the male was seen walking on Lake Ave and appeared to not be wearing any shoes. The BIS Officer arrived at 5:12 am and contacted a homeless appearing WM, mid-30s. wearing a blue jacket, black pants, and white hi-top tennis shoes, at Berthe Circle and Lake Avenue. The male stated he got turned around and was unsure of his location. He also stated he was looking for the nearest gas station. After assessing the male and determining he was alert, non-threatening and not impaired, the male was given a ride out of the area to the McDonald’s on South Nevada Avenue. The officer cleared the call at 5:20 am.

5/4…4:51 pm…Zone 2…Polo Drive: Received a call from a non-member regarding a motor vehicle theft that occurred early in the morning on this date, at about 3:45 am. Vehicle taken was a white 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 pick-up truck. No suspect information known or provided. Report to be made to CSPD. BIS Officer logged the information and vehicle description for sharing with other Officers.

5/4…5:33 pm…Zone 10…Sanford Road: Received a call from a BIS member about two suspicious males in an open space parking area. Described as two HM’s wearing black shirts and black pants and possibly had facial tattoos, carrying a black bag. Reporting member also stated there was a newer, dark-colored, possibly black SUV with no visible plates parked on Sanford Road. The BIS Officer responded from the area of Star Ranch Road and arrived in the area at 5:59 pm and began checking the area. No vehicles were observed parked on Sanford Road and no one was seen in the area matching the description given. No other calls regarding the suspicious males were received. BIS Officer patrolled the area searching for the vehicle and suspicious males for several minutes then logged the information for future reference and sharing with other Officers. Cleared the call at 6:05 pm.