(TELLER COUNTY, Colo.) — The Teller County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) has released the identity of the woman who was brutally assaulted in the camper outside Cripple Creek on Wednesday, Aug. 7. The victim was identified as Briene Louise Karlik, and she is currently in critical condition in the hospital.

TCSO released a photo and a quote from Corinne Williams, Karlik’s mother.

 On August 7, 2024, my 35-year-old daughter, Briena, was viciously attacked by another human being in Cripple Creek, Colorado. She was left to die, unable to breathe and with a significant head injury. The attacker remains at large. Brie’s dog, Ida, was also viciously attacked while trying to protect Brie and is recovering well after having her eye removed and skull fracture stabilized.

Brie’s condition is tenuous and if she survives, has many challenges ahead of her. At the moment, she is stable but in need of multiple surgeries and procedures to regain the health of her lungs, brain and broken bones. Each hour that passes brings about a new challenge. There is not a GoFundMe currently set up for Brie, as her prognosis is uncertain at the moment. She will need the support of her community once she is able to begin the healing process. In the meantime, please keep her in your thoughts and prayers.

Those who know Brie know her economic status and personal challenges. Brie did not deserve the brutality that she experienced and may never recover from. No living being does.

I beg that if you have any relevant information about this attack, please call the Teller County Sheriff’s Office at (719) 687-9652 and give them at the least, an anonymous tip. Brie’s dog, Ida, is recovering. If you can find it in your heart to donate food, blankets, dog toys, etc., or provide a safe foster home for Ida, please call Teller County Animal Control at (719) 686-7707 to find out how you can help.

Corinne Williams

TCSO reported that Karlik’s dog, Ida, was immediately taken to the vet to receive the surgery that saved her life. TCSO covered all of Ida’s medical expenses and she is doing extremely well and continues to be well cared for.

Detectives continue to investigate incoming leads and encourage the public to contact TCSO at the web page linked above or at (719) 687-9652 if they have any information on the incident. Callers may remain anonymous if they prefer.