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Parolee Charged with Triple Murder Amid System Concerns

3/6/2026

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Ricky Lee Roybal-Smith, a Colorado parolee previously deemed a 'very high' risk, is charged with three counts of first-degree murder in Adams County and additional charges in Denver and Arapahoe County.
Roybal-Smith remains in custody without bond.
An arraignment is scheduled for March 30.
Prosecutors, including District Attorney Amy Padden, have raised concerns about the parole system and premature releases.

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Story summary

Ricky Lee Roybal-Smith, a Colorado parolee previously deemed a 'very high' risk, is charged with three counts of first-degree murder in Adams County and additional charges in Denver and Arapahoe County.
Roybal-Smith remains in custody without bond.
An arraignment is scheduled for March 30.
Prosecutors, including District Attorney Amy Padden, have raised concerns about the parole system and premature releases.