In a bid to drastically improve readiness in the face of potential threats, the 10th Judicial District Court and Probation staff, along with the Pueblo County Sheriff's deputies, engaged in a rigorous active shooter drill at the Dennis Maes Judicial Building. The simulation featured a scenario with two shooters on the loose within the complex, challenging the preparedness of courtroom and probation employees, including judges and magistrates. This enactment had a clear aim: to closely evaluate their responses to such a high-stress, critical situation.
Regularly stationed Pueblo County Sheriff's deputies were put to the test, their reactions meticulously appraised during the exercise. This was the sheriff's office's opportunity to safely put into practice and eventually fine-tune their collective response to dangerous incidents. According to the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, an after-action report will be developed, providing crucial feedback on performance, outlining the positives, and pinpointing areas in need of bolstering.
It should be noted that this is the second year the judiciary staff has collaborated with the sheriff's office for this proactive initiative. Chief Judge Gregory Styduhar commended the drill, stating, "Exercises like this are crucial for building our readiness," as obtained by the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office. He continued to emphasize the importance of collaboration between the courts and the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office court security team, with safety as the paramount objective.
