At 3:28 a.m. on Monday, July 7, a frantic call reached Denver Police dispatch reporting active gunfire striking an occupied building in the 7100 block of East Mississippi Avenue.
Officers arrived at the scene to find two victims inside the structure. The department has not yet released details on the condition of the injured or identified the suspects, leaving the community waiting for answers in the Washington Virginia Vale neighborhood.
This incident marks the latest spike in violence for the corridor near the I-225 interchange. While the city has not released a full statement, the early morning timing and the fact that the shots hit an occupied building have raised alarm among residents living near the busy commercial strip.
Authorities are treating the scene as an active investigation. Residents in the 80247 ZIP code area are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately.
For non-emergency incidents or to provide tips to investigators, contact Denver Police. Dial 911 for any immediate emergencies.