Neighbors in Denver's Washington Park West neighborhood are waking up to a serious new alert, as police say a man designated a sexually violent predator has moved into the area. Officials identified him as Carl Vincent Avery and reported that he is now living at 132 E. Ohio Avenue, triggering a statutorily required community notification. The department's announcement includes a short video and contact information for residents who have questions or concerns.
Police name, address and resources
According to the Denver Police Department, the alert identifies Avery by name and lists his residence as 132 E. Ohio Avenue in Washington Park West. The notice links to a video and instructs residents to call 911 for emergencies, the non-emergency line at 720-913-2000, or the Sex Offender Registration Unit at 720-913-6511 with non-urgent questions.
Why Colorado law requires community notification
Colorado law calls for active community notification when an individual is designated a Sexually Violent Predator under C.R.S. 16-13-901 through 16-13-905, and the state guides how that process works. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation explains that the SVP label is reserved for the highest-risk registrants and that local law enforcement agencies are responsible for leading the outreach in their communities.
Where the information is recorded
The City and County of Denver keeps a public roster of individuals designated as Sexually Violent Predators, and that list includes an entry for "Avery, Carl Vincent." Local law enforcement uses this registry when putting together notifications, and the city’s sex-offender page also lists contact information for the Sex Offender Registration Unit and additional resources for residents who want more background.
How neighbors can respond
The department advises that anyone who sees suspicious or criminal activity should call 911 immediately. For non-urgent information or tips, residents can call Denver Police at 720-913-2000 or reach the Sex Offender Registration Unit at 720-913-6511, as laid out in the agency’s announcement. Those who want to review the full statement and the short video can find the post on the Denver Police Facebook page or contact the registration unit directly for clarification.
