Otero County Sheriff Reports: Ryanna Rangel Captured After La Junta Stabbing

Description: Otero County Sheriff & La Junta Police Searching for Ryanna Rangel in Connection to La Junta Stabbing Rangel is wanted for attempted murder and violating a protection order. If seen, do not approach — call 719-254-3344 or 719-384-2525. All Parties Considered Innocent Until Proven Guilty in a Court of Law...

UPDATE: "She was located, captured, and brought to justice.  Ryanna Rangel was safely apprehended in North La Junta."

August 2, 2025

The Otero County Sheriff's Office, in coordination with the La Junta Police Department, is actively seeking Ryanna Rangel in connection with a stabbing that occurred on August 2, 2025, in the 800 block of Nevada Avenue in La Junta, Colorado.

Deputies and officers responded after a male victim was located with four stab wounds and transported to Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center for treatment. The investigation revealed that Rangel was in a domestic relationship with the victim and that Rangel is a restrained party in an active protection order prohibiting her from possessing weapons.

Despite an extensive search, Rangel has not been located and is wanted for the following offenses:

• Criminal Attempt (CRS 18-2-101)

• Attempted Murder in the First Degree (CRS 18-3-102, F2)

• Domestic Violence (CRS 18-6-800.3, Sentencing Enhancer)

•Violation of Protection Order (CRS 18-6-803.5)

Rangel was last seen wearing short black shorts, and a gray sweatshirt. If located, do not approach and contact local authorities.

The investigation remains ongoing, and the victim is in good stable condition. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Anyone with information on Rangel's whereabouts is urged to contact the Otero County Sheriff's Office or local law enforcement immediately.

Rocky Ford Communication's Center 719-254-3344

La Junta Police Dispatch 719-384-2525

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