CBI makes tip line for concerns related to Costilla County Sheriff’s Office alleged misconduct

COSTILLA COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has made a dedicated tip line where community members can share information about potential misconduct by the Costilla County Sheriff’s Office.

On March 26, the 12th Judicial District Grand Jury issued indictments charging the sheriff, undersheriff, and two deputies with various crimes, including second-degree assault, abuse of a corpse, official misconduct and failure to intervene.

For more information on the case, click here.

The CBI says the public is encouraged to use the following dedicated resources:

• Tip Email: cbi_CostillaCountySOComplaints@state.co.us
• Tip Line: (719) 631-8550

According to officials, callers should leave a message with their name, contact information, and the nature of the complaint. The CBI says it will monitor both the email and phone lines.

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