Authorities are investigating the death of Paul Peavey, a 57-year-old dog breeder from Clear Creek County, Colorado, as a homicide. Peavey’s body was discovered by a privately organized search party on August 24, three days after he was reported missing. The Clear Creek County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation and the 5th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, is conducting the investigation.
Peavey, known for breeding Doberman puppies, was last heard from on the night of August 19. His death was confirmed by the coroner later on August 24, and an autopsy is underway to determine the cause and manner of his death.
Following Peavey’s death, as many as 10 Doberman puppies have been reported missing from his property. Authorities are seeking public assistance in locating these puppies. The sheriff’s office noted that the puppies are microchipped, which could help in identifying them if they have been sold or otherwise distributed. They are asking anyone who may have purchased a Doberman puppy from Peavey’s business, Elite European Dobermans, since June 2024 to contact them.
The sheriff’s office is particularly interested in any puppies bought in the central Colorado area since August 20, the day after Peavey was last heard from. They urge anyone with information or who has received a puppy from Peavey to reach out to them.
The investigation into Peavey’s death is ongoing, and police hope that locating the missing puppies may provide crucial leads in solving the case. Authorities have expressed appreciation for the tips they have received and are committed to releasing further information that does not compromise the investigation.