From the streets to the school hallways, the #ThorntonPD SROs are ready for another great year! They wanted to provide you with a quick safety refresher: walk with a buddy to and from school, keep your head up (phones down), look both ways before crossing the street, and

Last week, #ThorntonPD officers observed a suspicious vehicle and made contact with the driver. During the interaction, they noticed drug paraphernalia in plain view, prompting a search of the vehicle. That search uncovered: - 104 grams of powdered fentanyl - 6 grams of

The life of a… race car driver? Yeah, no. Not today! 🚓✨ Caught by #ThorntonPD driving 97 mph in a 45 near 104th & Riverdale. It’s giving illegal, dangerous, and potentially deadly. The driver was issued a citation requiring a mandatory court appearance. Potential penalties

The #ThorntonPD Traffic Unit recently conducted a commercial vehicle enforcement operation and saw great results! ✅ 40+ trucks inspected ✅ 16 summons issued ✅ 18 overweight violations ✅ 8 out-of-service violations The most important outcome? Four drivers operating

Fentanyl, meth, cocaine, and a loaded gun taken off our streets! Great work by #ThorntonPD officers and our partners at Colorado's 17th Judicial DA's Office-Brian Mason.

Now Hiring: Emergency Communications Supervisor 🚨 Do you lead by example and understand the power and impact of great leadership? We’re looking for a leader to guide, inspire and support our heroes under the headset. The Thornton Emergency Communications Center is built on

School is back in session!🚦🚌 Officer Sibert with the #ThorntonPD Traffic Unit has some important reminders for you. Don’t forget, fines are doubled in school zones. Slow down, watch for kids, and do your part to keep everyone safe. Make the choice to drive responsibly every

Today, we welcomed seven new officers to the Thornton Police Department! 🎉 This class is especially historic as it is the very first to graduate from #ThorntonPD’s own North Metro Police Academy. Their hard work, courage, and dedication have prepared them to serve our

That “finally a police officer” feeling. 😎

Fact Check: Abductions & Human Trafficking in Thornton The Thornton Police Department has received several inquiries about false information circulating on social media. Posts claim that zip ties found on car door handles indicate potential abduction or human trafficking

TRAFFIC ALERT: Westbound 104th Avenue is closed at Fox Run Parkway as officers investigate a serious crash involving a motorcycle. One person has been transported to the hospital. Please use alternate routes.

The #ThorntonPD Community Liaison Officers had a blast hitting the field with participants in Thornton's Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR) Program! The AIR Program makes sure everyone has the chance to play, grow, and connect through recreation. #TPDCommUNITY

Checking in with our #TPDCommUNITY to make sure you know how to reach us! ⬇️ 🚨 Call or text 9-1-1 if: - There’s an immediate threat to life or safety - A crime is in progress - Fire, medical, or police response is needed right away 📞 Non-Emergency Line (720-977-5150): - A

Happy #NationalDogDay to our #ThorntonPD four-legged heroes! 🐾 Today we celebrate K-9 Max, K-9 Roscoe and K-9 Bolt. They might look cute, but they’re highly trained to chase down suspects, sniff out danger, and keep our community safe. Join us in thanking them for their

The #ThorntonPD Traffic Unit is getting after it! Recent stops remind everyone: Thornton is NOT the place to speed. • 92 mph on I-25 at 120th • 50 mph in a 20 mph school zone • 93 mph on I-25 at 84th Whether it’s endangering kids near schools or racing down the interstate,

You were warned. #ACSO, Westminster Police, Thornton Police Dept & Colorado State Patrol are on the lookout. Keep your registration current—or risk a ticket. #BetterTogether #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #LawEnforcement #Colorado #AdamsCountyCO

Yesterday, the #ThorntonPD Traffic Unit partnered with Adams County Sheriff's Office (Colorado), Westminster Police, and Colorado State Patrol for a regional enforcement focused on expired license plates and temporary tags. Thornton officers alone had: • 86 traffic stops • 84 citations issued • 6 vehicles impounded