At 11:41 a.m. on October 31, the corner of E Colfax Ave and N Lincoln St became the scene of a sudden theft. Police responded to a report that a pedestrian had been robbed of their purse while walking through the busy intersection.
Officers arrived quickly to secure the scene and interview the victim. One person was identified as the target of the crime. Authorities have not released the name of the suspect or details regarding the suspect's description.
This incident adds to a pattern of property crime along the Colfax corridor. The area surrounding E Colfax Ave and N Lincoln St has seen increased police activity recently, including numerous requests for service reported on nearby W Colfax. Residents are urged to remain vigilant, particularly during daylight hours when foot traffic is heaviest.
Anyone with information about the robbery or who witnessed the incident is asked to contact Denver Police. For non-emergency reports, residents should dial the police department's non-emergency line. In the event of an emergency, dial 911 immediately.