December 1st 2024.
On a Saturday evening in Adams County, just east of Westminster, a man found himself in a hospital bed after being shot by deputies, as reported by the sheriff's office. According to a social media post, the deputies were conducting a welfare check on Heather Place and had been in contact with the man for several minutes before the shooting occurred at 5:20 p.m. The man's condition was unknown as of 5:50 p.m. and the deputies did not disclose what led to the shooting.
The 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office is currently conducting an investigation into the incident, according to the sheriff's office. This news comes in the wake of other recent police-involved shootings, such as the alleged gunfight with Aurora police on Thanksgiving and the fatal shooting of a man during a traffic stop in Littleton. The Aurora police were also involved in a fatal shooting of Kilyn Lewis and a former officer was acquitted of assault in an on-duty police shooting, with a hung jury on a second count.
Sadly, it appears that Colorado is on track to see the deadliest year for police shootings since 2020, according to data. This news is concerning for many, as the community grapples with the ongoing issue of police use of force and the impact it has on individuals and their families. Stay informed on the latest crime news by signing up to receive daily updates straight to your inbox.
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