April 5, 2005

Contact: Lynn Kimbrough, 720-913-9025 

INVESTIGATION CONCLUDES WITH NO CHARGES

The investigation of allegations of wrongdoing leveled by a former Jefferson County Commissioner has concluded without the filing of criminal charges.

Rick Sheehan made a formal complaint in late November 2004, alleging that he was the victim of threats and extortion by people active in county politics.  The allegation was turned over to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation in January 2005 for further investigation.  The results of the investigation were turned over to the Denver DA’s Office for a decision on the filing of charges.

The Denver District Attorney’s Office has concluded that there was no likelihood of proving any criminal intent.

The decision not to file criminal charges has been relayed to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation as the investigating agency as well as other involved parties.

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