The quiet hours of a Saturday morning shattered at 1:46 a.m. when Denver Police Department officers rushed to a shooting at 1975 E Colfax Ave. The call for an aggravated assault landed in the City Park West neighborhood, leaving one victim at the scene as emergency crews moved in.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the victim or details regarding their condition. Police are currently treating the incident as an active investigation, with no arrests announced as of this morning.
This incident adds to a growing list of violent crimes along the Colfax corridor, a stretch of road that has long struggled with safety concerns. The 80206 ZIP code has seen a uptick in police activity recently, prompting residents to call for more visibility from local law enforcement. While specific data on this block is limited, the location sits just blocks from the City Park West community center, an area where neighbors often gather.
Residents who witnessed the event or have information that could assist the investigation are urged to contact the Denver Police Department. Non-emergency incidents should be reported by dialing the department's non-emergency line. For any immediate threats to life or property, always dial 911. Further updates on the investigation will be released as they become available.