Pueblo, CO – Colorado law enforcement agencies are mourning the loss of Adams County Sheriff’s Office Commander Karl Smalley, who died in the line of duty, according to a public statement shared Tuesday by the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office.
According to officials, Commander Smalley dedicated more than three decades to public service and was widely regarded as a respected and influential leader within the law enforcement community. His career included numerous roles and responsibilities, each marked by what colleagues described as integrity, commitment, and courage.
The Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office said it stands with its “brothers and sisters” at the Adams County Sheriff’s Office and with the Smalley family during what they called an immensely difficult time. The agency emphasized Smalley’s lasting impact, noting that his service and leadership “will not be forgotten.”
No additional details about the circumstances of his line-of-duty death were immediately provided. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is expected to release further information as it becomes available.
Communities across the region have begun sharing condolences online, and several Colorado law enforcement agencies have echoed public statements honoring Commander Smalley’s legacy. Many described him as a mentor and a steady presence throughout his career.
Support services for the Smalley family and the Adams County Sheriff’s Office are also being coordinated, officials said.
A memorial service or public procession has not yet been announced.
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