At 4:20 p.m. on June 24, a tense scene unfolded inside the Denver Drug & Liquor Company, a staple at 400 E Colfax Ave for decades, as officers responded to a reported business robbery.
This incident is not an isolated glitch in the neighborhood's security but a data point in a sharp upward trend. The East Colfax corridor has already recorded 119 violent crimes in 2025, averaging roughly 11.3 incidents every month, according to city crime statistics.
Police reports confirm one victim in the June 24 case. While the specific details of the theft remain under investigation, the location itself carries weight. Situated in the Capitol Hill area, the store sits on a stretch of road that has become a flashpoint for public safety concerns. The sheer volume of activity suggests that local businesses and pedestrians face a heightened risk environment as the year progresses.
Residents and business owners along this corridor have long watched crime fluctuate, but the current pace marks a significant departure from historical norms. With over a hundred violent offenses logged before July, the pressure on local law enforcement and community groups to address the root causes of this surge is mounting.
Community members with non-emergency information regarding this or similar incidents are urged to contact Denver Police. For immediate threats or crimes in progress, dial 911 immediately.