Jefferson County, CO. – Jefferson County sheriff’s investigators are investigating multiple allegations of sexual assault on a child involving James C. Bird (dob 120246). Bird is currently traveling abroad and has an active warrant for his arrest for four counts of sexual assault on a child and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The criminal allegations are that Bird had sexual contact with juveniles and provided drugs and alcohol to his victims.

In 2004, the suspect befriended a woman and her three sons after becoming acquainted through a Christian church in Aurora. During the course of their friendship, Bird began spending a great deal of time with the boys, ranging in ages 14 to 17 years old. As the months passed, the mother came to trust and appreciate the relationship that Bird had with her sons, believing that a male influence in their lives was important. Over time, the mother began allowing her boys to spend some nights and weekends at Bird’s houses in Aurora and Jeffco. Bird essentially became a second caregiver, providing financial support for things like clothing, braces and many other personal items. 

In September of this year, one of the boys confided to his mother that he and one of his brothers had both been sexually assaulted by Bird on multiple occasions over the years. The mother immediately reported the allegations to the authorities. On November 11, Jeffco investigators executed a search warrant at Bird’s home. Based on evidence collected from the scene, investigators have reason to believe that there may be additional victims of crimes that have gone undetected and unreported.

Bird has spent a large portion of his adult life engaging in a variety of interests and activities that involve juvenile boys. He has lived in Douglas County, Aurora and Jeffco. Anyone with information regarding James Bird is urged to contact Investigator Matt Clark at 303-271-5640.