Crime & Safety
Colorado Public Safety Alert: Wanted Man Escapes Along I-76
FORT MORGAN, CO — Authorities in northeastern Colorado are urging residents to remain alert after a man wanted on felony robbery and parole escape warrants fled from a transport vehicle along Intersta
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-10-17T11:43:04.434Z
FORT MORGAN, CO — Authorities in northeastern Colorado are urging residents to remain alert after a man wanted on felony robbery and parole escape warrants fled from a transport vehicle along Interstate 76. The escape occurred near Fort Morgan, prompting public safety warnings from sheriff's offices in Morgan and Weld counties.
According to the Morgan County Sheriff 's Office, Byron Roth, 33, escaped at approximately 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 16, while being transported through Morgan County toward Weld County, where he was scheduled to be booked on felony robbery charges.
Suspect Flees Near Interstate 76
Investigators said Roth was being transported by Advantage Treatment Facility when he reportedly told the driver he was feeling ill.
The driver stopped the vehicle near mile marker 79 on Interstate 76.
Once the vehicle stopped, Roth exited and fled on foot, heading east toward Fort Morgan.
Authorities clarified that Roth did not escape from the Morgan County Jail or from the custody of Morgan County Sheriff's Office personnel.
The sheriff's office also reported that Roth was not handcuffed or shackled during the transport.
Description of Wanted Man
Law enforcement released the following identifying information:
Name: Byron Roth Age: 33 Height: Approximately 5 feet, 11 inches Weight: Approximately 180 pounds Eyes: Green Hair: Brown Last reported clothing: Gray shirt and blue sweatpants Last known location: I 76 near mile marker 79, eastbound toward Fort Morgan Authorities also released photographs of Roth to help the public identify him.
Warrants Include Felony Robbery
According to the Morgan County Sheriff's Office, Roth has outstanding warrants involving escape from parole and felony robbery out of Weld County.
The sheriff's office described him as a wanted individual and asked residents throughout Fort Morgan and surrounding communities to remain vigilant.
The Weld County Sheriff's Office separately shared an alert asking residents to watch for Roth and report any information about his whereabouts.
Authorities Warn: Do Not Approach
Law enforcement officials specifically warned residents against attempting to confront, approach or detain Roth.
Anyone who sees Roth should immediately call 911 and provide dispatchers with his location, direction of travel and any other relevant details.
People with information about his whereabouts are also encouraged to contact the Morgan County Sheriff's Office or their nearest law enforcement agency.
Authorities have not provided additional details about how Roth was able to leave the transport vehicle without restraints.
The investigation and efforts to locate Roth were ongoing at the time of the sheriff's office announcements.