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The Thornton Police Department uses a third-party vendor, LEXIS NEXIS – Community Crime Map, to provide maps of select crime categories.
Disclaimer: The LEXIS NEXIS Community Crime Map compiles crime data through automated processes that may contain errors. No party makes any warranty, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, timeliness, or completeness of the data. The map displays selected crime incidents from our jurisdiction and may not reflect all reported crimes. Each law enforcement agency determines which types of crimes are shown, and data availability can vary by jurisdiction. Users can view data from other jurisdictions on the map, but such data is subject to the display policies of the respective agencies. The public is strongly cautioned not to rely on this information for decision-making or for taking, or refraining from, any actions.
The following types of incidents are specifically excluded from the information on the Community Crime Map in Thornton's jurisdiction:
Information associated to an open case
Mental health holds
Medical calls
Any case that has been administratively locked or judicially sealed
How to use the Community Crime Map:
Enter an address (perhaps your own) to get started.
Define what crimes you want to look at by clicking "Filter" and checking the boxes next to the crime title.
Define what time period you want to look at by selecting and starting and ending date.
Define how much area around your address you want to include in your search.
Click the “search” button and “icons” will appear on the map on your screen.
If you want to know specifics about these reported crimes, click on the icon for more information.
This page also provides links to additional resources, including active crime bulletins, sex offender information, statewide crime data, and the City of Thornton Municipal Code.
The Thornton Police Department is continually working to expand how we share information with the community.
Have crime concerns or questions about crime in your area? Contact our Community Liaison Officers! They’re always happy to meet and discuss what matters most to your neighborhood. They can be reached at clo@thorntonco.gov.
If you see suspicious activity, report it to law enforcement immediately. You can call 9-1-1 or use our non-emergency line at 720-977-5150. Safety in Thornton depends on all of us—if you see something, say something.