Police are looking for a man accused of a shooting and pistol whipping at a motel room in Pueblo where a party was underway.
The incident happened at about 10:40 p.m. Sunday at Motel 6, 4103 N. Elizabeth St., according to police.
Officers responding to the shooting found an 18-year-old victim bleeding from the head and face. The teen told officers he had been pistol whipped. A second 18-year-old victim arrived at a local hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to his right leg.
Daniel Howard, 20, has been identified as a suspect in the case, police said. He allegedly fled the scene on foot. Howard is also accused of stealing one victim’s wallet.
TWO MALES INJURED IN ROBBERY/ASSAULT
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Howard remained at large Monday and an arrest warrant has been issued. Howard is suspected of aggravated robbery, second-degree assault with a deadly weapon and illegal discharge of a firearm, police said.
Both victims are expected to fully recovery, according to a news release.
Anyone with information on Howard’s whereabouts is asked to call police at 719-553-2502. Tips can also be sent to Pueblo Crime Stoppers at 719-542-7867 (STOP) or visit the website.
