Police in the Denver metropolitan area launched an ongoing investigation into the death of a man after a shooting on Memorial Day near East Colfax.
The fatal shooting occurred in an alley along the 1600 block of Willow and Xanthia streets, according to a by the Denver Police Department published around 5 p.m. Monday. The suspect is still at large, with officers working to develop related information.
DPD contacted the Aurora Police Department late Monday evening about the homicide, as detectives from the latter department’s Major Crimes Homicide Unit will be responsible for the investigation, according to a .
“The details leading up to the shooting have not been determined,” said Sgt. Faith Goodrich, Aurora Police Department spokesperson. “We greatly appreciate the partnership with Denver PD and will continue to collaborate with them on this case.”
Initially, the adult man was found with injuries to an unknown extent, but an posted after 6 p.m. pronounced the person’s death. The Adams County Coroner’s Office is expected to issue victim identification and cause of death.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867 or to .
UPDATE: The victim of this incident has been pronounced deceased. The Office of the Medical Examiner will release victim identification and cause of death. This investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call at 720-913-STOP
— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice)
