Chase Mikesell, a deputy with the Teller County Sheriff’s Office and the son of Sheriff Jason Mikesell, has been charged with driving under the influence following a crash over the weekend.
According to the Colorado State Patrol, the incident occurred on Highway 24 at the Divide Junction, where a vehicle stopped at a construction zone was rear-ended by Deputy Mikesell.
A breath test administered at the scene showed a blood alcohol content of 0.15, nearly double the legal limit of 0.08.
Mikesell faces charges of driving under the influence of alcohol (excessive alcohol content), careless driving, and possession of a weapon while under the influence.
Sheriff Jason Mikesell, who currently serves as Teller County Sheriff, has also announced his candidacy for Governor of Colorado in 2026.
For official updates, visit the Colorado State Patrol Newsroom or the Teller County Sheriff’s Office.
