Cherry Creek State Park
Coverage of Cherry Creek State Park in the Nexus archive.
- Water rescue in progress at Cherry Creek State Park
A water rescue is underway at Cherry Creek State Park Swim Beach, with two people reaching shore and one still missing. Multiple agencies, including Arapahoe County sheriff's deputies, South Metro Fire Rescue, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife, are responding to the incident.
- Six people have been detained after gunfire reported at Cherry Creek State Park beach; no known injuries
Six people were detained after gunfire was reported at Cherry Creek State Park's swim beach in Arapahoe County, Colorado. Law enforcement, including Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, responded to the incident, which occurred around 3:30 p.m. Sunday. No injuries were reported, and part of the beach was closed during the ongoing investigation.
- 6 detained after shots fired at Cherry Creek State Park swim beach, officials say
Six individuals were detained after shots were fired at Cherry Creek State Park's swim beach, leading to the closure of a portion of the area.
- Officials investigating drowning at Cherry Creek State Park
Officials are investigating a drowning incident at Cherry Creek State Park. A man and a child were on a paddleboard when they fell into the water south of the swim beach around 3:49 p.m.
- Water rescue operation underway at Cherry Creek State Park
A water rescue operation is underway at Cherry Creek State Park in Arapahoe County, Colorado. South Metro Fire Rescue, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office have responded to the incident. The situation is still developing and will be updated.
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife preparing for water rescues despite potential boat ramp closures
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is preparing for water rescues amid potential boat ramp closures caused by low water levels. The agency is staging boats at marinas, using inflatable boats, and conducting drills to maintain response capabilities. Specific concerns include Cherry Creek State Park, where water levels are 3 feet below normal, while Chatfield Reservoir remains stable.
- Colorado Parks and Wildlife preparing for water rescues despite potential boat ramp closures
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is preparing for water rescues amid low water levels causing boat ramp closures. The agency is using marina-based boats, inflatable boats, and conducting drills to ensure emergency response capabilities. Key areas like Cherry Creek State Park face potential ramp closures due to significantly lower-than-normal water levels.