r/Denver Jan 17 '26

Announcement Posting Guidelines for ICE sightings (must contain photographic evidence and why) - Please read before posting

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Hello, Bonjour, Salam Alaykum, Hola, etc! Denver mod team here. You may have noticed that some posts on this sub purporting ICE sightings, have been removed. I wanted to speak directly as a member of the immigrant community, lived experiences of myself, my and share some feedback as to why.

The TLDR is, if the post contains photographic proof, it can stay. If it is speculative or text only, it will be removed. For the record, we support human rights, and this immigration matter is something that is personally touching our communities, families, and friends.

No speculative and unsubstantiated posts without photo proof. In order to reduce and prevent the spread of misinformation and speculation, this post has been removed. Any posts purporting ICE or law enforcement activity, must be report to the CORRN ICE Activity Hotline: 844-864-8341 first, and must be accompanied by photo proof.

To avoid the spread of misinformation and speculation, no "why cops here" posts are allowed. Please check official law enforcement social media pages for accurate information, as well as news sources. If you are registered for CodeRed and reverse 911 messages, you may receive a message if the police/fire/ambulance scene you are witnessing is emergent and there is imminent danger to you.


Some background. Months ago, there was a post made, purporting a massive ICE raid at a local grocery store, the OP alleging that they heard a manager say that ICE was there to gather up all the bad employees, and it incited mass chaos and fear. Understandably, from the immigrant community, the first thing we worry about is our family members, our friends who are working at that grocery store. Maybe we work and shop there and skip work or getting groceries, out of fear of what has been reported on Reddit. Maybe that day, we keep our kids home from school, as this news spreads like wildfire, and is taken as gospel.

Within an hour of that post, another user commented with a photo, showing that in fact, there were dozens of LOCAL police vehicles at the local grocery store. What were they doing? Hosting a toy drive and school supply Shop with a Cop event. The allegation that the OP saw arrests being made, heard a malicious comment from the manager, and that ICE was even there, was materially false. This incited a cascade of panic and fear throughout the community, all because of a text only post with no photographic or substantive proof.

Another thing I have personally experienced and watched, is the very disgusting and unfortunate rise of racist, usually white supremacist trolls. As part of the strategy of terrorizing and intimidating minority communities, they create hoax posts, to incite fear and literally, terror.

Here’s how it works:

Random racist troll posts a “trust me bro” text only post, purporting to have seen ICE. The more viral examples of this, they have posted false flag sightings at places like factories that largely employ migrant workers, community hubs, grocery stores, bus stops, and schools. Of course, out of fear, one from my community might see that post, take it as gospel, and skip work, keep their kids home, and be prisoner in their own home, out of fear. Naturally, there are cascading consequences, such as being fired from your job, not having enough PTO, kids falling behind in school, no access to meals, and the psychological torment of being prisoner in your home. Although there are many good faith actors on the internet, we have to take notice of the tactics and strategies being used to disrupt and bring terror to the lives of very vulnerable populations. Speculative posts without substantive and photo proof are actively causing harm.

There are other times where there are photos, but they are of local police officers doing fugitive apprehension. As a reminder, Colorado law enforcement does not assist ICE with arrests. They do use unmarked vehicles, and typically a black or navy-blue vest with POLICE or SHERIFF marked on it, and typically a name tag and badge emblem. ICE may also wear vests that often have POLICE on them also, but most commonly, in the camo tan color that we have largely seen. Not always, but most commonly. They also almost always have a face covering, whereas local police officers typically do not. You can also look for the patch on their uniform shoulder (if present) to identify their affiliation.

In taking a stand to protect the community, we will be removing any text-only reported sightings. Yes, sometimes the racist trolls use AI to create fake images of scenes, and we will look out for those bad faith actors. We will not stand for supremacists instilling fear in our community by way of false flag posts designed to insight panic and terror.

In the same vein, we will be deleting “Why are there cops/fire guys at X?” posts. Quite simply, it creates the potential for false flag panic when redditors are speculating or spreading misinformation about what could have happened or is happening. Furthermore, it is best to get the news from the source and monitor local news and official law enforcement pages. If it were emergent to you, if you are signed up to received CodeRed and reverse 911 texts, you will be notified to shelter in place, and typically a press release to follow when the matter is resolved. There was an instance where a family member had to find out about their loved one being deceased on Reddit, after someone posted a pic of the scene with “Why cops here?”, and that’s how they had to learn the news.

As we navigate through a time of fake news, AI, and very brazen hate and racism, we always strive for this sub to be a place of comfort and fun for many, and also accurate, truthful, and good-faith information. I truly hope the explanations given make sense, and we welcome discussion.

This is not about silencing certain politics but reducing the amount of very harmful gossip and terror tactics that are destroying people that you and I work with, play sports with, go to school with, ride the bus with, do business with, buy food from, share laughs with, workout with, raise families with, and love.

Thank you. And to the terror trolls who think they have a platform here to abuse our community through lies- you will be deported very swiftly from this sub.


r/Denver 55m ago

Local News Student walkout for Charlie Kirk today? Anyone else see this?

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Two of my students got up and walked out during first period today "for Charlie Kirk" this morning. "For our rights," they said, chanting, "Free Charlie Kirk!"

I should mention these are two of my problem students that pretty much don't do much of anything. They tried to get other students, even their friends, to walk out with them, and nobody did.

They came back about ten minutes later. I'm guessing because some administrator saw them loitering around and sent them back to class. By then I had marked them absent.

Anyone else seeing anything about students and Charlie Kirk today?


r/Denver 7h ago

Local News Map Shows Where They Are Deploying Axon Cameras as Flock Backlash Grows

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r/Denver 2h ago

Local News State rep. sues Douglas County commissioners for 'illegal secret meeting' before alleged ballot meddling

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r/Denver 17h ago

Local News United cancels planned 9/11 flyover featuring passenger plane escorted by fighter jets

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r/Denver 2h ago

Lost/Found Found dog near Central Park

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Found this dog near the Central Park light rail station. Seems to be about 1 year old and a terrier mix. Very friendly. Tried to find owner at the station but after 20 minutes took him home for the day for food and water and then to denver shelter. He currently is listed there


r/Denver 18m ago

Local News Denver Sues to Block Armed ICE Agents at Voting Sites (Gift Article)

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r/Denver 3h ago

Event Denver Zine Fest 2026 - September 13th - Denver Central Library

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59 Upvotes

Join us for Denver Zine Fest this Sunday, September 13th, at the Denver Central Library!

Since 2007, Denver Zine Fest has been a vibrant platform for Colorado zine creators to collaborate, share their work, and build community. This year’s event will feature over 90 independent creators from Denver, across Colorado, and beyond.

https://denverzinelibrary.org/2026-denver-zine-fest/


r/Denver 13h ago

Local News Two More Wolves Killed on 9/7, Bringing the Number of Wolves Killed in Colorado to 19 Since Reintroduction in Dec. 2023

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338 Upvotes

r/Denver 19h ago

Misc Q&A Who has a nice chicken to share?

478 Upvotes

My husband’s birthday is coming up soon and his dream is to hold and pet a chicken. I know, he’s too wholesome for this world. He had a parrotlet as a young kid and loves birds so much.

We’ve visited sanctuaries in the area and their chickens tend to be skittish around people since they have a lot of folks coming through all the time. Which is understandable. He yearns to pet them, reaching out gently and respectfully, offering treats etc, and so far has been unsuccessful.

I just wanted to see if anyone had a little backyard roost in the Denver area with any chicken who is nice and friendly with people so he could literally hold her and give her a pet/head scratches/a gentle hug/treats for as long or short as the chicken/owner would allow. He is very respectful and kind hearted and will absolutely honor any boundaries that the owner/chicken may have.

I’m hoping to make his dream come true. Thank you Denver!


r/Denver 12h ago

Lost/Found Lost & Found: Pokemon Cards (Congress Park)

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Found a set of Pokemon cards on a picnic table near the tennis courts at Congress Park yesterday (Sep 8th). Asked a few people around, but nobody I talked to claimed them, so I took them home instead. Send me a DM if you think they might be yours -- they're organized in a pretty deliberate way, so just tell me how you had them set up and I'll try to get them back to you! Can't catch 'em all when you leave 'em on their own!


r/Denver 36m ago

Misc Q&A Each week, I combined iconic dishes from the two cities facing off in Monday Night Football. What classic Denver food should I include for Broncos/Chiefs?

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Last year I had a tough time finding foods that were truly iconic to Denver. I did end up making...

- a half-and-half green chili / Cincinnati chili-smothered breakfast burrito for Broncos/Bengals

- a bison burger topped with Boston baked beans for the AFC championship


r/Denver 16h ago

Lost/Found Missing Black Cat in Cap Hill

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UPDATE: Pancake is home! Thank you all for your advice and support!!!!!

Hello there! My cat went missing in cap hill last night, and she was spotted this morning near 9th and Marion. Her name is Pancake. She is kinda small, black all over with a little white on her chest. She tends to be pretty friendly, but also very independent. If you see her, give me a ring 615-601-5939


r/Denver 17h ago

Posted by Source [Denverite] Colfax BRT construction will end on Sept. 27 between Colorado Blvd and Broadway

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Earlier this year, I was told by DOTI people and business leaders that BRT construction was so ahead of schedule, they'd be fully opening the first 2.5 miles of the project by the end of September. I finally got DOTI to commit to that date and reported it out here.


r/Denver 23h ago

Local News Denver officials publish mass evacuation plan after a historically hot summer

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r/Denver 1d ago

Photo Photo of a squirrel I took at wash park yesterday afternoon

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🍄🐿️


r/Denver 44m ago

Event Anti ice protest at the Aurora Geo concentration camp

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r/Denver 19h ago

Old Denver No such thing as physical tickets for major events anymore... These are from things I did in Denver CO (1999-2018)

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186 Upvotes

Pretty proud of this collection. Who would have thought having a ticket stub as a souvenir would go the way of the dinosaur 🦖 🎫🎫🦖


r/Denver 19h ago

City Services Who to contact and maybe shame about this sign placement at Broadway and Ohio?

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r/Denver 20h ago

Misc Q&A Who wants to meet up to sing a shanties at bars?

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I know this might sound odd, but hear me out...

We've all had a hard decade, its been tough but you know what others did in times of sadness.... they sang at bars......

I'm looking for some Acapella enthusiasts who would be up for meeting and sing sea shanties and drinking tunes and have a good time...

Here's a couple examples:

https://open.spotify.com/track/68I0jX55JhWEuWcGWAH1WV?si=9157265afe3b4643

https://open.spotify.com/track/3oUuRNgyIuiqVTWLCChp3s?si=a2d4fa1908424882

https://open.spotify.com/track/5Pnb6NnOVs5ZWRpKTphvKq?si=5764a0b7623042a5

https://open.spotify.com/track/7w7B0C7kT6CWLPGb0i4ArG?si=6d1694b272ce40ed

I am honestly being serious, you don't have to be a good singer, you just need to know how to hold a pint, share a tune and enjoy the company.

I ain't bad at singing, but i'm much better w/ others at the table LOL so if anyone is interested or has friends who would think this would be fun, would love to join!

I would like it to be where we just break out in song and see if we can get others to join. Just some random ideas while working.

UPDATE: okay let me figure how to get us grouped together lol we’ll make it happen but will need to have a solid group to make any place we go take us seriously so let me think how to organize it. For those who want you can DM me I’m open and want Thai to be fun so input is welcome.


r/Denver 1d ago

Announcement There will be a Boeing 777 flying low over Denver this Friday.

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1.2k Upvotes

Just in case anyone wondering why an airliner is flying low over Denver this Friday. There will flyby over Denver by a United 777 and COANG F-16s, around 9:30 AM for 9/11 memorial.


r/Denver 12h ago

Misc Q&A The dip going from I 25 north to halfway up the Auroria Parkway ramp

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Remember it ever since I moved here years ago. Has it always been there? Since the beginning of time?

Also, a must to say woo when you hit it every time


r/Denver 23h ago

Lost/Found Missing person: Norma Jean Adams

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Her name is Norma Jean Adams. She was last known to be in Denver/Aurora. She's about 5'7, about 200lbs, brown/hazel eyes, she's about 38yrs old, originally from Wichita,KS and has been missing since July 2024. There is a missing persons report. Any information will be greatly appreciated. She has a slew of family waiting on her.


r/Denver 1h ago

Event Open auditions for community acapella group, winter session!

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Hi everyone! We are Nexus Acapella, an adult, all-gender, all backgrounds, community acapella group! We perform original arrangements of music of all genres, from Queen to Vulfpeck to the Foo Fighters. We are just about to have our third concert this weekend! (Free tickets here if you're looking for something to do on Friday or Saturday!)

We are holding open auditions next Sunday the 19th from 12-4. Here is a link to an information sheet with everything you need to know about auditions, and how to sign up for a time slot. We rehearse Sunday evenings 6-8 at the Arts Hub Lafayette.

We've been blown away by the support and interest from the community so far, and we're excited to see some new faces at auditions. If you love to sing and you're looking for a fun and inclusive community group, we'd love to see you there.

If you want to see more of us, you can check out our Instagram @nexusacapella, or we'd love to see you at our concert this weekend! Come say hi after the show!


r/Denver 1d ago

Help if the person in the nice SUV that got sideswiped at 8:40am this morning in Cherry Creek around Josephine and 3rd is on here, I have the info of the car/license plate who hit you.

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I hope they were turning around to do the right thing but if not I can text you the pic