Traffic

The Traffic Unit has been one of the most successful and well-received police services in the city. As a dedicated effort to make citizens partners in addressing problems associated with residential speeding and traffic violations in their neighborhoods, the Unit utilizes a Specialized Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) approach in dealing with those identified chronic problem locations, focusing on traffic law enforcement with an emphasis on safety.

Street Racing

The Traffic Unit routinely conducts special enforcement on Hwy 36, West 120th Avenue, I-25, and the Northwest Parkway in an effort to stop street racers. Unfortunately, this is just one traffic issue in a city with 275 miles of roadway.

Over the past few months, the police department has dedicated additional resources to this issue in an effort to deter the racers. Currently there is an effort in place by the Colorado State Patrol, in partnership with local police departments, to address street racing. 

Reporting illegal street racing online is now available for citizens to report street racing activities in their communities. While you will not get an immediate response from the Broomfield Police Department, the information will be stored and shared with law enforcement agencies across the state. Many of these racers are repeat offenders, and the information provides a helpful database to identify them. 

Additionally, you can always call our non-emergency line 303-438-6400 to report incidents of street racing as they’re happening. We will get a patrol officer to the area as quickly as possible.

Accident Alert

During inclement weather Broomfield may go on accident alert. Call the police if you are in a crash and:

  • A driver is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  • Someone is injured or injury is unknown.
  • A driver fails to provide proof of insurance.
  • Vehicles are blocking the roadway and cannot drivers cannot remove them.

If any of these apply report the crash at 303-438-6400 or 911.

Contact Us

7 DesCombes Dr, Broomfield CO 80020
bpd@broomfield.org
303-438-6400 or 911

Hours

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Weekends & Holidays: Lobby Closed

Staff

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Kent Wichlacz
Commander
Special Services Bureau

A photo of Larry Ottosen

Larry Ottosen
Sergeant
Traffic Unit

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Gary Larson
Sergeant
Traffic Unit