Cow, Dogs, and 911 Calls Highlight Durango Area Blotter

La Plata County Sheriff's Office logs a range of calls from April 10-13.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:53pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a cow hoof print in the dirt, the texture and shadows dramatically emphasized by the harsh lighting, conceptually representing the variety of rural community concerns the sheriff's office must respond to.A recent spate of neighborhood calls to the La Plata County Sheriff's Office underscores the diverse range of issues local law enforcement must address to maintain community order.Durango Today

The La Plata County Sheriff's Office in Durango, Colorado responded to a variety of calls over a recent four-day period, including a resident wanting to shoot their neighbor's cat, a cow and calf blocking a highway, loose dogs, and an accidental 911 call.

Why it matters

These types of routine law enforcement calls provide a glimpse into the everyday issues and concerns that arise in a rural Colorado community, highlighting the range of situations deputies must respond to.

The details

On Friday, a resident on Edgemont Highlands called deputies because they wanted to shoot their neighbor's cat for antagonizing their dog. Later that evening, a cow and her calf were standing in the middle of Buck Highway. On Saturday, a German shepherd and golden doodle were reported running loose along U.S. Highway 160, and someone on North Dalton Ranch Road said a person had been knocking on their door throughout the night. On Sunday, a woman on County Road 337 accidentally dialed 911 while showing her child how to use the emergency number, and another person reported a 150-pound friendly dog on County Road 501.

  • On Friday, April 10, the calls occurred at 8:03 a.m. and 8:11 p.m.
  • On Saturday, April 11, the calls occurred at 3:15 p.m. and 4:31 a.m.
  • On Sunday, April 12, the calls occurred at 12:43 p.m. and 5:27 p.m.

The players

La Plata County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the various calls logged in the blotter.

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The takeaway

These types of routine calls highlight the diverse range of issues and concerns that rural law enforcement must address, from animal control to accidental 911 calls, demonstrating the multifaceted role deputies play in maintaining public safety and order in a community.