CHAFFEE COUNTY, Colo. (KKTV) – A 27-year-old Salida man who went missing while hunting earlier this month was found dead over the weekend, bringing a dayslong search in rugged terrain near Mount Shavano to a close.

The Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office said Kaden Sites was found near Tabeguache Creek, about a mile and a half from where his truck was discovered near the Blanks Cabin Trailhead.

Sites had gone hunting alone April 15 and planned to return for a doctor’s appointment later that day, according to Sheriff Andy Rohrich. When Sites missed that appointment, family members alerted authorities, launching an extensive search effort that spanned more than a week.

Rohrich described the toll the operation took on both crews and loved ones.

“Very tired, our entire team is. I can only imagine how tired all the family and friends are.” Rohrich said.

Multiple agencies and volunteers assisted in the search, covering difficult terrain marked by steep hills, heavy brush and downed timber.

“We appreciate all our neighboring counties who jumped in when we needed them. They were amazing to work with and the family was so appreciative for their help,” Rohrich said.

Search crews faced significant challenges navigating the backcountry conditions.

“The terrain for sure. All very heavy brush, steep hills and a ton of down timber. Very dangerous. But, our teams and the volunteers were un-wavered by Mother Nature,” Rohrich said.

In a message to the Sites family, Rohrich expressed sympathy while acknowledging the difficult outcome.

“I am so sorry for their loss. I always had some level of hope we would bring their loved one home safe. The end result really stinks. I am confident that he was no longer with us when the search started which brings some level of relief to the teams that he was not suffering. We join the family in grieving this loss to our community,” he said.

Authorities said foul play is not suspected. The cause of death has not been released as the investigation continues.

Sites’ sister, Hannah, said the family is grateful for the outpouring of support and hopes people will consider donating to Chaffee County Search and Rescue after crews spent nearly two weeks searching for her brother. You can donate to the North and South teams here.

Police are seeking other potential sexual assault victims of a rideshare driver who is now accused of driving away with an intoxicated female when her boyfriend got out of the vehicle. 

Javier Delgado-Cordoba, 29, of Denver, turned himself in at the Jefferson County Jail on Monday, April 20. A warrant was issued by the Arvada Police Department the previous Friday for his arrest. Delgado-Cordoba was released the following day on a $20,000 cash bond, according to online court records.

The incident happened in January, after the woman went to a bar in the Denver area and then requested an Uber ride with her boyfriend to a residence in Arvada, according to Arvada PD’s press release. A driver named “Javier” reportedly picked them up in a light-colored 2023 Kia K5 sedan. 

When they arrived at the Arvada residence, the boyfriend left the car to unlock the residence’s door. During that time, the driver entered the backseat with the female victim. She was intoxicated, per APD. 

When the boyfriend quickly returned, the driver jumped back into the driver’s seat and drove away with the victim still inside, detectives reported. 

The victim was dropped off at a business in another city later that night. Employees helped her get in touch with relatives, according to APD’s press release. 

Later, the victim sought medical care and participated in a forensic exam. The DNA evidence obtained from that exam, along with information from interviews and Delgado-Cordoba’s rideshare profile and social media, led Arvada PD to pursue charges against him this month.

“As with many cases of this nature,” APD stated in its press release, “certain elements of the investigation, including forensic DNA analysis, required additional time to complete thoroughly and accurately.”  

Arvada PD stated it believes there may be other victims. Delgado-Cordoba has been an Uber driver for about a year and may have driven other vehicles during that time, according to Arvada PD detectives. He had completed more than 1,000 rides in that time.

“We recognize that these types of crimes are deeply personal and difficult to report,” stated Arvada Chief of Police Ed Brady in the press release. “Our goal in sharing this information is to ensure that anyone who may have been affected knows they are not alone and that support and resources are available.”

Anyone who believes they may have been victimized by Delgado-Cordoba is encouraged to call their local police department or sheriff’s office. They can also contact the Arvada Police Department directly at its tip line, (720) 898-7171, and reference case AR26001904.

Delgado-Cordoba is scheduled to appear in Jefferson County court on May 20. He currently faces three felony counts of sexual assault. He is presumed innocent until proven guilty. 

DENVER (KDVR) — Colorado leaders are reacting after President Donald Trump and other top U.S. officials were evacuated from the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner after a shooting incident on Saturday evening.

Officials said the incident occurred when a gunman opened fire in the lobby entrance of the Washington Hilton, which was outside the ballroom where Trump and other guests were seated.

All officials protected by the Secret Service were evacuated and uninjured. Those in attendance included Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio — and many other leaders of the Trump administration.

Colorado leaders from both parties reacted to the incident throughout Saturday night.

Here’s what they had to say.

Rep. Jeff Hurd

Rep. Hurd on X said the following:

“Grateful for the law enforcement officers and first responders who acted quickly to keep people safe following the shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.

“Violence has no place in our politics. It must be condemned clearly and consistently.

“Keeping all those involved in my prayers tonight.”

Senator John Hickenlooper

“Appalled by the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner. A night meant to celebrate the First Amendment was disrupted by political violence, which has no place in America. Grateful to the Secret Service and law enforcement who acted quickly and bravely to save lives,” said Sen. Hickenlooper on X.

Rep. Jason Crow

On X, Rep. Crow provided the following statement:

“Grateful that everyone attending the White House Correspondents’ Dinner is safe.

“Thank you to the Secret Service and law enforcement for quickly responding to shots fired at the event.

“Violence is never acceptable.”

Senator Michael Bennet

Sen. Bennet posted to X the following:

“A time-honored event dedicated to the First Amendment and a free press was disrupted by violence that has no place in our country.

“Grateful that those in attendance are safe, and thankful to the Secret Service and law enforcement who acted swiftly to protect lives.”

Rep. Diana DeGette

“The reported shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner is deeply disturbing. Violence is never acceptable,” said Rep. DeGette on X.

Rep. Jeff Crank

Rep. Crank provided the following statement on X:

“Thankful for the swift action from Secret Service and law enforcement at this evening’s WHCD to ensure President Trump and all attendees are safe.

“Pray for our country. There is no place for violence.”

Rep. Gabe Evans

On X, Rep. Evans said the following:

“My family and I are keeping everyone affected by tonight’s shooting in our thoughts and prayers.

“We are so grateful for the brave men and women in law enforcement who acted swiftly to ensure everyone was kept safe.

“There is no place for violence in our country.”

Gov. Jared Polis

“While details are still emerging, violence, even the attempt and I’m glad the President, Vice President and all in attendance are safe. I appreciate the law enforcement who responded quickly to ensure everyone’s safety. We all have the right to disagree, but never to try and hurt each other,” said Gov. Polis on X.

Rep. Lauren Boebert

Rep. Boebert said the following on X:

“Thank God President Trump is safe.

“The United States Secret Service hasn’t been funded for 70 days because of the Radical Left.

“Either this is their plan OR they need to change course and fund DHS/USSS NOW.”

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser

“Political violence has no place in our democratic republic. And those who engage in such actions must be held accountable. Thinking about those at the WH Correspondents’ Dinner tonight and their safety and praying for healing our republic,” said AG Weiser on X.

Developing details

The shooting suspect was later identified as Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, two law enforcement officials told the Associated Press.

In a White House press briefing later on Saturday night, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said the suspect is being charged preliminarily with two charges related to using a firearm and assaulting an officer with a dangerous weapon, but that there will be many more charges filed “based on the information that we are learning in this very fluid situation.”

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the investigation is ongoing.

The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner was scrapped, but White House officials said it will be rescheduled.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.