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- calendar_today October 19, 2026
A Survivor's Story: Years of Domestic Abuse
Katrina Aleuy, a resident of Fort Collins, endured more than four years of physical and verbal abuse and threats from her husband, Tymen Langston. Aleuy shared that the abuse left her living in constant fear for her safety and for the well-being of her two young children. Only recently, with developments in her case, has she begun to feel safe once again.
Documenting Abuse: Gathering Domestic Violence Evidence
Aleuy recounted the harrowing experience of facing both physical violence and severe threats. "The first time that he strangled me and then he threw a chair at me, I just remember sitting in my office after he left, like, ‘What just happened?’" she said. Over numerous incidents, Aleuy found herself with scars and bruises and recognized the need to quietly collect evidence. She began documenting her injuries through photos and saved clips from her in-home security cameras.
Some of these videos were crucial: one captured Langston tackling Aleuy and physically assaulting her as she pleaded for him to stop; another depicted Langston with a gun, threatening her life. Aleuy said, "That was the first day that it really hit me. He could kill me." The disturbing visual and audio evidence would become central in making the case against her abuser.
Police Intervention and the Path to Domestic Violence Sentencing
In May 2025, facing heightened danger, Aleuy contacted the Fort Collins police. The police responded quickly and arrested Langston, who was subsequently held on a $1 million cash bond. The criminal case proceeded with Langston eventually pleading guilty to several charges, including strangulation, second-degree assault, and child abuse.
Earlier this month, the 8th Judicial District Attorney’s office announced that Langston received a 28-year prison sentence. The severity of the sentencing reflects the gravity of the domestic violence charges and the compelling nature of the evidence.
The Role of Law Enforcement and Specialized Assessment Tools
Aleuy credited her survival and successful prosecution to the work of law enforcement and the domestic violence unit. Fort Collins police used a tool called the Danger Assessment-Law Enforcement. This questionnaire helps officers identify victims at high risk for lethal harm from their partners. Identified high-risk survivors are referred to a specialized domestic violence unit for targeted support.
"If this was kind of the standard, I believe that many more men and women that find themselves as victims would come forward so much sooner," Aleuy said, expressing gratitude for the help she received and the way her case was handled.
Finding Safety and Encouraging Others to Seek Help
After Langston’s sentencing, Aleuy chose to move out of Colorado, citing a newfound sense of safety. She described the difficulty and fear involved in calling 911 but emphasized her gratitude for following through. Despite the ordeal, she expressed relief and appreciation for the outcome, though she noted the troubling reality that it required such extensive documentation to achieve justice: "It’s also like kind of sad, you know, that it takes that much and it took that long to get that evidence to have this outcome."
Accessing Domestic Violence Help and Resources
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, resources are available for support:
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: www.thehotline.org or (800) 799-SAFE (7233)
- Violence Free Colorado: www.violencefreecolorado.org
Aleuy’s story highlights the importance of strong evidence, responsive policing, and specialized domestic violence prevention resources in supporting survivors and prosecuting offenders.
Source: kdvr.com.
