Wanted Woman Arrested at Cheyenne Home

Laramie County deputies took April Marie Morganroth into custody following an armed standoff at her residence.

Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Law Enforcement

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Laramie County Sheriff's deputies arrested April Marie Morganroth on October 6 following an armed standoff at her Cheyenne residence. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Laramie County Sheriff's deputies arrested 41-year-old April Marie Morganroth at her Cheyenne home on October 6, 2026. Morganroth, who appeared on the Laramie County Top Ten most wanted list, allegedly hid in her basement to avoid arrest.

Why it matters

The arrest concludes a search for Morganroth, who faces a forgery warrant in Laramie County and additional charges of forgery and perjury in Platte County. Authorities engaged in a tactical response after she reportedly refused to surrender.

Morganroth is currently detained following her arrest on forgery charges and faces a maximum of one year in jail for a new interference with a peace officer charge. Her preliminary hearing for the Laramie County felony case is scheduled for October 14.

The players

April Marie Morganroth

The 41-year-old individual who was taken into custody after being placed on the Laramie County Top Ten most wanted list.

Laramie County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency responsible for executing the arrest warrant and conducting the tactical operation in Cheyenne.

Platte County Attorney

The legal office currently pursuing forgery and perjury charges against Morganroth and seeking the revocation of her signature bond.

The details

Deputies breached the rear living room door of the home and deployed pepper spray grenades into the basement to secure Morganroth. The suspect had previously been released on a $20,000 signature bond in Platte County, though the county attorney is now seeking to have that bond revoked.

Timeline

  1. April 17, 2026: An arrest warrant for forgery was issued in Laramie County.

  2. September 30, 2026: A judge ordered a mental health evaluation for Morganroth.

  3. October 6, 2026: Deputies arrested Morganroth at her Cheyenne home.

  4. October 14, 2026: A preliminary hearing is set for the Laramie County felony case.

Legal Context

The arrest follows the procedural tracking and apprehension patterns established by the Laramie County Top Ten most wanted list. Local authorities frequently utilize these lists to prioritize suspects with active warrants across neighboring jurisdictions like Platte County.

The arrest was conducted by local deputies following an extended standoff at a private residence in a residential neighborhood. Residents should be aware that the suspect faces multiple felony charges and remains in the custody of the justice system pending a preliminary hearing.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complexities of coordinating multi-county felony charges and the impact of mental health evaluations on the judicial process. Individuals with pending warrants are encouraged to consult with legal counsel regarding the terms of their bonds.

Further reading

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