20th Anniversary of the Killdozer Incident in Granby, Colorado

🚧Marvin Heemeyer's rampage with the Killdozer was a result of a long-standing dispute with the town and a concrete company.

💣Heemeyer armored the bulldozer, making it nearly impenetrable to bullets and resistant to explosions.

🏢Several buildings, including the Sky High News building, the town hall, and the concrete plant, were heavily damaged or destroyed during the rampage.

🚓Law enforcement officers struggled to stop the Killdozer due to its protective armor and the difficulty of disabling it.

🏗️The incident sparked a debate about the limits of property rights and the use of force against government entities.

What was the motive behind the Killdozer incident?

—Marvin Heemeyer felt wronged by the town and a concrete company due to a long-standing dispute, which led him to exact revenge using the heavily armored bulldozer.

Were there any casualties during the rampage?

—Fortunately, there were no fatalities during the Killdozer rampage. However, several buildings and vehicles were destroyed or heavily damaged.

How did law enforcement try to stop the Killdozer?

—Law enforcement officers attempted to stop the Killdozer by firing weapons at it and using explosives, but its armor made it nearly impervious to their efforts.

How did the community respond to the incident?

—The community of Granby came together, rebuilt the damaged buildings, and moved forward from the incident. However, the topic remains sensitive for some residents.

What impact did the Killdozer incident have on property rights discussions?

—The incident sparked discussions about the limits of property rights and the use of force against government entities, as Marvin Heemeyer believed he was pushed too far by the town and a concrete company.

00:00Introduction to the Killdozer incident that took place in Granby, Colorado on June 4th, 2004.

01:24Exploration of the sites affected by the Killdozer rampage, including the concrete plant, the Sky High News building, and the town hall.

08:54Interviews with locals who were present during the incident, sharing their perspectives and memories.

09:59Discussion about the impact of the Killdozer incident on the community and the ongoing sensitivity surrounding the topic.