Troopers Involved in Shooting on Highway 24

news release from the Colorado State Patrol

(TELLER COUNTY, COLO) - On August 25, 2026, at approximately 7:15 a.m., troopers were conducting a traffic stop on Highway 24 near milepost 286 (West of Woodland Park).

During the attempted traffic stop, the two troopers were shot. One trooper has serious wounds, and the second trooper has minor wounds. 

This is an active and ongoing investigation. We will provide updates as they become available. We ask that motorists avoid the area during the investigation.

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