Judge in Glass case gives prosecutors and defense time to work things out

BY CHRIS KOEBERL CKOEBERL@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM

Former Clear Creek County Sheri deputies Andrew Buen and Kyle Gould appeared brie y in court in proceedings linked to their charges for the 2022 shooting death of Christian Glass. e two are expected to return in late September in what could lead to a plea bargain to avoid a trial.

Glass’s family, including his parents Simon and Sally Glass, were also in the Clear Creek County courtroom, all wearing pink. It was Christian’s favorite color, according to family attorney Siddhartha Rathod.

“Each day they have to be in a courtroom with two of the men responsible for murdering their son is exceedingly di cult, as it would be on any parent,” Rathod said. Buen is charged with murder in the 2nd degree, o cial misconduct, and reckless endangerment. Gould is charged with criminally negligent homicide and reckless endangerment.

e Aug. 7 hearing lasted about ve minutes before 5th Judicial District Court Judge Catherine Cheroutes. Cheroutes continued the hearing to Sept. 25 to allow prosecutors and defense counsel an opportunity tor mediate, Cheroutes said in court.

Rathod said that’s typically an indication a plea deal could be on the table for defendants, but did not have speci cs on the case ere is no reason to believe that Glass would have been a danger to any law enforcement personnel, to himself or to any member of the public, the indictment states.

According to charges, Glass died on the night of June 10-11, 2022, when he was stranded in his car. He had called 911 for help, saying he was trapped and his car was stuck. O cers asked Glass to leave his car, but he refused in what turned into a long stando that ended when o cers broke the car window and used a Taser on Glass. Clear Creek Sheri ’s Deputy Andrew Buen shot Glass ve times, killing him, according to the indictment.

Glass never made any threats to any law enforcement and was at no point armed with a rearm.

Former Sgt. Gould was in contact via cell phone with Buen during the encounter, the indictment states. It goes on to say during the cell phone conversation, Buen muted his bodyworn camera audio. e conversation was not recorded.

Gould is charged with criminally negligent homicide and reckless endangerment.

A civil suit resulted in a $19 million settlement, against four agencies, including the county Sheri ’s O ce. In a court-ordered apology as part of the settlement with the Glass Family, Clear Creek County Sheri Rick Albers placed blame on his o cers who “failed to meet expectations.”

Later, on Aug. 3, Albers stepped down after 43 years in law enforcement.

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Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup Days in Empire: Friends of Clear Creek will host Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup Days in Empire from 8-10 a.m. on Saturdays, Aug. 19 and Sept. 16. Meet at the Empire Visitors Center, and the group will clean up a half mile of Empire’s two-mile stretch along Highway 40.

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Free legal clinic: A free legal clinic will be from 2-5 p.m. ursday, Sept. 14, at both the John Tomay Library in Georgetown and the Idaho Springs Library. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions and explain the process and procedure for all civil issues, including family law, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law, small claims, veterans issues, and civil protection orders. Call your local library to be added to the sign-upmsheet. Idaho Springs Library 303-567-2020 or Georgetown Library 303-569-2620.

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Mountain Youth Network showcase: Learn more about the programs o ered by Mountain Youth Network and how you can be involved at the annual showcase from 4-6 p.m. Aug. 22 at Tommyknocker Brewery in Idaho Springs. is event is open to community member who want to support Clear Creek County youth. Visit mountainyouthnetwork.org for more information.

Paddle & Brew: Cabin Creek Brewing is hosting Paddle & Brew from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, at Georgetown Lake. Registration fee is $15 and paddle board rentals are $10.

Community barbecue: Keller Williams Preferred Realty will host a community barbecue from 1-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, at Sugar Plum, 1845 Miner St., Idaho Springs. Food, music and autographs available with former Denver Bronco Randy Gradishar. RSVP to Lisa at 303-550-9859.

Devil on the Divide 2023: e Devil on the Divide 2023 50K and 22K will be Sept. 9, both reaching altitudes of 13,000 feet. Prior ultra-running expe-

Mountain Jams: Mountain Jams concerts start at 2 p.m. on Saturdays through Sept. 16 at Library State Park in Georgetown. is year’s acts, sponsored by Georgetown Cultural Arts and Georgetown Heritage Center, include a mix of jazz, bluegrass, rock, folk and country. Artists include local favorites and internationally recognized touring artists. For a complete lineup and additional details, visit www.eventbrite.com/cc/eorgetownmountain-jams.

Blue Spruce Habitat volunteers needed: Blue Spruce Habitat for Humanity is looking for volunteers. A variety of opportunities and exible schedules are available on new construction sites as well as for exterior minor home repairs. No previous construction experience needed. Contact volunteer@bluesprucehabitat.org for information.

Walk-in vaccine clinics: Walk-in vaccine clinics for adults and children needing u and other vaccines are available from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays at the Clear Creek Health and Wellness Center, 1969 Miner St., Idaho Springs. No appointments required for the vaccines, though you can pre-register by calling 303-670-7528.

Resilience1220 counseling: Young people 12 to 20 can get free counseling through an Evergreen-based organization called Resilience1220.

Clear Creek Rotary 2000 meetings: Clear Creek Rotary 2000 meets at 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Marion’s of the Rockies. 2805 Colorado Blvd., Idaho Springs. For more information, email loe er806@comcast.net.

Support after suicide loss: Heartbeat and Resilience1220 o er Support After Suicide Loss from 5:30-7 p.m. the fourth ursday of the month for ages 14 and older. Join in-person or online. Suggest donation is $15. For location, visit R1220.org.

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