Boulder Police Arrest Man Twice for Public Indecency
Charles Boswell, 47, was taken into custody twice on October 19 after two separate public disturbances in Boulder.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Sex Crimes
Boulder police arrested 47-year-old Charles Boswell twice on October 19, 2026, following allegations of public indecency and disorderly conduct. The incidents involved confrontations near 20th and Pearl Streets and the Valmont Bike Park.
Why it matters
Law enforcement intervened after reports that the suspect allegedly exposed himself to individuals, including children exiting a Boulder Valley School District bus. Authorities collaborated across agencies to apprehend the suspect after the second incident.
Police booked the 47-year-old suspect twice on October 19 for public indecency, disorderly conduct, and reckless endangerment. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities process charges related to incidents near school transit.
The players
Charles Boswell
He is a 47-year-old man who was arrested twice in one day by Boulder police for various public disturbances.
Boulder Valley School District
It is the public school system responsible for the students who were on a bus during one of the alleged incidents.
Columbine Elementary
It is a local educational institution whose students were involved in the public indecency report on October 19.
The details
The suspect allegedly exposed himself to passersby near 20th and Pearl Streets and later attempted to kick cars near Valmont Bike Park. During the second incident, Boswell reportedly exposed himself to students from Columbine Elementary who were exiting a school bus.
Timeline
9 a.m. on October 19, 2026: Police made the first arrest for public indecency.
3:30 p.m. on October 19, 2026: Police conducted the second arrest for multiple charges.
Legal Context
The charges filed against Boswell follow the established enforcement patterns for public indecency under Colorado law. Local police prioritize these offenses to maintain public order and safety in high-traffic community spaces.
Residents near 20th and Pearl Streets and the Valmont Bike Park may see an increased law enforcement presence while investigations continue. The public is encouraged to report any further suspicious behavior to local authorities.
The takeaway
Local authorities acted swiftly to remove the suspect from public areas following multiple reports of dangerous and indecent behavior. Residents should stay alert in busy transit areas and contact police if they witness similar disorderly conduct.
Further reading
For more information on local safety efforts, visit the Sex Crimes section.
