Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Latest southern Colorado news, weather and sports from FOX21 News

Burglary suspect on the run
Posted: 01.25.2012 at 7:15 PM
0
Mason Simmons  / Courtesy: El Paso County Sheriff's Office
Photo

EL PASO COUNTY, COLO. -- El Paso County Sheriff's detectives need your help finding a burglary suspect.

They're looking for 20-year-old Mason Simmons of Fountain.

He's a black man, 6'3" and weighs 280 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. Deputies said he's considered armed and dangerous.

He's facing multiple charges including possession of a weapon by a previous offender, second degree burglary, theft exceeding $20,000 and conspiracy to commit second degree burglary.

He's one of four accused of burglarizing two homes Monday.

It happened in the 5000 block of Hicks Drive in the Security-Widefield area, and deputies said electronics, jewelry and firearms were taken.

Recent burglaries in the area
Springs man scams Fla. elderly 
Brothers steal tools from gym 
Man caught with stolen car 

Three others are in custody. They are 22-year-old Jacob Barnes of Colorado Springs, 20-year-old Kullen Falconer of Fountain and a 17-year-old girl from Colorado Springs.

The three are facing multiple charges, including second degree burglary, theft exceeding $20,000 and conspiracy to commit second degree burglary.

If you have information on Simmons, please call the Sheriff's Office at (719) 390-5555.

Popular Stories
Thumbnail
Couple who died in Black Forest Fire identified
Travis Ruiz   |  2 hours, 54 minutes ago  |  8 comments
Thumbnail
Wildfires burn north of Colorado Springs
FOX21 Continuous News Desk  |  2 hours, 9 minutes ago  |  14 comments
Thumbnail
Continuing to give back, after losing her home
Sam Baranowski  |  Yesterday at 8:00 AM  |  9 comments
Follow FOX21
Get news and weather notifications on your phone by downloading the iPhone or Android app below
Sign up to get alerts and updates for breaking news, severe weather, and deals:
submit
ADVERTISEMENT
Special Features
Home and Garden
Home and garden tips
Dining & Entertainment
Info and coupons from local businesses
Worship & Remembrance
Need a place to worship or need to give your loved one a proper burial? We have all the information to make it easy for you.
Best Bets
Advice from experts
ADVERTISEMENT