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Bedsheet Swastika Removed From Jefferson County Hillside Along I-70

Investigators are seeking tips at 303-271-5612 in a newly opened criminal case.

Overview

  • The sheets were anchored on Jefferson County Open Space near Lookout Mountain and were visible from the south side of Interstate 70.
  • Rangers were alerted shortly after sunrise Saturday, hiked to the site, and removed the display.
  • Deputies documented the scene with drone footage before removal and are searching for suspect(s) as potential charges remain undetermined.
  • Jefferson County’s Board of County Commissioners issued a statement condemning the antisemitic display.
  • The episode is noted alongside an earlier Denver case at the Austin Building that was investigated by the Denver Police Bias-Motivated Crimes Unit.