Denver Police issued a community alert Friday warning that Rodney Thomas McReynolds, who is designated a sexually violent predator, is currently staying in the Capitol Hill area near Pearl Street and Colfax Avenue. Officers described McReynolds as transient and told neighbors to stay alert but not to confront him. The department urged residents to use official reporting channels instead of social media and reminded the public to call 911 for emergencies.
What Denver Police Posted
The alert names Rodney Thomas McReynolds and identifies him as a sexually violent predator in the Pearl and Colfax area, according to the Denver Police Department. The department’s post links to an informational briefing on YouTube and lists phone numbers for registry questions and non-urgent tips. It also flags that “this social media platform is not monitored 24/7” and instructs residents to call 911 if they need immediate help.
Why the City Notifies Neighbors
Colorado law requires community notification when someone is classified as a sexually violent predator and entered into the state’s central registry, according to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and the relevant state statute. The rules call for ongoing registration for people with that designation and give local law enforcement the authority to alert nearby residents. Officials stress that these notices are meant to raise awareness, not to replace police work or guarantee anyone’s safety.
How Neighbors Can Respond
If you see criminal activity, police say you should call 911 right away. For non-urgent issues, Denver’s non-emergency line is (720) 913-2000, per the City of Denver. For questions about registration, the department lists its Sex Offender Registration/Compliance Unit at (720) 913-6511, according to the Denver Police Department. Officers are asking the community not to confront or harass McReynolds and to send tips through official channels so investigators can follow up.
Registry Records and Caution
Online registry records list an entry for Rodney Thomas McReynolds and identify him as a sexually violent predator, according to OffenderRadar. Police and state guidance emphasize that vigilantism or harassment of anyone on the registry is a crime and that community safety depends on sharing information with law enforcement, not taking matters into one’s own hands. Anyone with video or other evidence is asked to send it through official reporting lines so investigators can review it.
