Custer County has issued an order for a 5-mile radius around Rocky Ridge Road, located between the towns of Westcliffe and Galena by Bear Peak after a report of shots fired.
As of 3pm according to Fox 21 in Colorado Springs, the suspect was continuing to fire shots from his home, and deputies are working toward a peaceful surrender.
The incident began shortly after 9:45 a.m. today, when deputies responded to a “low priority” call on Rocky Ridge Road northeast of Silver Cliff. Upon arrival, Custer County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said deputies reported shortly before 11:30 a.m. that they were under gunfire. The deputies and a bystander on scene were not injured. This is an ongoing story and we will update you as information comes in.
