Greeley Police Arrested Two After Vehicle Pursuit
Authorities apprehended two suspects in a residential neighborhood following a failed traffic stop.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Law Enforcement
Greeley police arrested Ethan Liess and Cyrillo Espinoza following a vehicular pursuit and foot chase. The incident began after officers attempted to stop a silver Honda CRV containing a wanted fugitive.
Why it matters
Law enforcement utilized drone technology to track the suspects after disengaging from the initial pursuit to protect public safety. The successful apprehension prevented a prolonged search in a residential area.
Ethan Liess faces charges of vehicular eluding, reckless endangerment, and driving with a suspended license, while Cyrillo Espinoza is charged with obstructing a peace officer and drug possession. Both were booked into the Weld County Jail.
The players
Ethan Liess
He is a 21-year-old suspect arrested for his role as the driver in the vehicle pursuit.
Cyrillo Espinoza
He is a 20-year-old occupant of the vehicle who was arrested after fleeing from police.
Greeley Police Department
This is the local law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling the city and conducting investigations.
The details
Officers attempted to pull over the vehicle on September 24 before the suspects fled in the car and later on foot. After police disengaged from the pursuit, the Real Time Information Center utilized a drone to track the suspects to a neighborhood, where officers moved in to make the arrests.
Timeline
September 24, 2026, at 2:50 p.m.
Legal Context
The use of aerial surveillance to mitigate high-speed pursuit risks marks a shift in municipal policing toward technology-assisted apprehension. This strategy aligns with the Greeley Police Department's Real Time Information Center drone deployment protocols.
Residents in the area near 8th Street and 9th Street experienced a temporary police presence while officers surrounded the neighborhood. No further safety advisories were issued for the local community following the successful booking of the suspects.
The takeaway
The use of drones allowed police to track the suspects safely without the need for a dangerous high-speed chase through city streets. This case highlights how modern tracking tools help officers apprehend individuals while prioritizing the safety of local neighborhoods.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by FOX31 Denver KDVR.
