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News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security9 July 2026RTD expands elevator program for safe, welcoming transit experience at stations
Reprogrammed elevator doors cut calls for service related to unwanted activity and elevator maintenance by up to 77% as RTD expands the initiative to 16 stations systemwide
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security3 June 2026RTD reminds customers and community to practice safety near trains
RTD rail service is increasing in frequency on June 7; customers should be aware o fdangers near trains to reduce risk of accidents
Personal Safety and Security26 May 2026RTD, Truckers Against Trafficking partner to raise awareness of human trafficking
This summer, RTD is joining members of the transportation industry across North America to educate youth, caregivers, and community members about human trafficking in age-appropriate ways.
News ReleaseService DeliveryService DisruptionPersonal Safety and Security20 May 2026RTD to begin work in June on next area of Downtown Rail Reconstruction to repair the agency’s oldest rail assets
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security29 April 2026RTD seeks public’s help following copper wire thefts
Transit Police sharing images of two suspects from video footage for identification
Personal Safety and Security31 March 2026New online tool lets customers be partners in safety
Customers have 24/7 connections to RTD Transit Police to support a safe, comfortable, and welcoming transit experience from start to finish
Personal Safety and Security6 March 2026East Colfax BRT project advances as RTD begins operational testing
Personal Safety and SecurityCustomer Experience2 March 2026Rain or shine, it’s easy to step up for safety
While winter weather has made a leap year over Colorado this season with a historical absence of snow and remarkably warm temperatures, RTD takes many measures to prevent ice and snowy conditions from contributing to slips and falls.
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security26 February 2026RTD Transit Police patrolling from two new substations to boost officer visibility and response
Starting tomorrow, Transit Police will be stationed from the Downtown Boulder Station and RTD Elati facility to augment districtwide patrolling across eight counties and 40 municipalities
Personal Safety and Security23 February 2026Avoiding distractions to stay safe on transit
Here’s how to get to your destination without slips and trips
Personal Safety and Security2 February 2026RTD Transit Police recognized by Boulder Police Department for immediate response in 2025 Pearl Street attack
Nine Transit Police officers recognized in pinning ceremony on Jan. 20 for assisting in aftermath of Pearl Street attack in June 2025
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security22 January 2026RTD conducted nearly 5 million fare checks on rail in 2025
Fare enforcement will continue to grow in 2026, ensuring paid customers use RTD services, promoting customer engagement with officers, and increasing fare revenue
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security5 January 2026RTD Transit Police names 2025’s Top Five achievements to progress community safety
Transit Police Department marked consistent decreases in security-related calls and reports of illicit drug activity throughout 2025 and launched its detective bureau in Q4
News ReleaseService DeliveryService DisruptionPersonal Safety and Security23 December 2025RTD January service changes include reinstating the L Line and resuming regular D and H line travel patterns
Starting Jan. 4, rail lines impacted by the Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project will be restored to their regular travel patterns and select bus routes will experience minor schedule changes
Personal Safety and SecurityCustomer Experience17 December 2025Keeping systems secure to keep the region moving
How RTD’s cybersecurity team protects digital tools and platforms
Personal Safety and Security16 December 202512 days of Transit Police facts for the holidays
Check out 12 RTD Transit Police facts from 2025!
News ReleaseOutreach and EngagementService DeliveryPersonal Safety and Security16 October 2025RTD prepares for expected weekend demonstrations; staff will monitor situation for service impacts
RTD's Service Alerts, website, and app will provide the most up-to-date information about temporary detours or service disruptions
News ReleasePersonal Safety and Security15 October 2025RTD Detective Bureau set to investigate crimes with today’s official launch
Transit Police Department has established protocols with police agencies across eight counties and 40 municipalities to pursue investigations occurring on RTD property
Personal Safety and Security17 September 2025Working around the clock for safe transit
RTD’s safety efforts deliver measurable results
Personal Safety and Security10 September 2025Military veterans bring skills that enhance the Transit Police
News ReleasePersonal Safety and SecurityPeople Power8 September 2025RTD selects new Deputy Chief of Transit Police Department
Sean Faris joins the RTD-PD with more than 35 years of experience