'ONE MAN'S TRASH IS ANOTHER'S ...'

This was the scene Thursday at 53rd Place and Fox Street in Adams County. Trash caught fire on a truck, and the smoking load was then dumped on the street, fire officials said. [Photo: Adams County Fire Rescue]

FIRE HITS DUPLEX

Flames swept a duplex Thursday night in the 3700-block of South Grandby Way in Aurora. "The fire started outside in the carport of the duplex and extended to the interior of one unit," the fire department said. "Two individuals were evaluated by paramedics and were not transported to the hospital." Five people were displaced. [Photo: Aurora Fire Department]

OVERNIGHT DENVER POLICE BLOTTER

UPDATE

A pedestrian was killed by an auto at I-70 eastbound and I-225 southbound early Friday, Denver police said. 

"The pedestrian was a passenger in a vehicle that had stopped and they were retrieving an item that had fallen from the vehicle," police said.
In other overnight incidents, two people were shot and injured in the 7100-blocks of Leetsdale Drive, and a person was stabbed and injured in the 3900-block of North Colorado Boulevard.

CAR PUNCHES HOLE IN GARAGE

Aided timber supports, Aurora firefighters propped up the ceiling and interior walls of a garage pierced by an auto Thursday in the 2100-block of South Quentin Way. [Photo: Aurora Fire Department]

LAKEWOOD MOTORCYCLE CRASH

A crash involving a motorcycle closed the intersection of West 14th Avenue and Sheridan Boulevard Thursday evening, Lakewood police reported.

HEATWAVE ELECTRIC DEMAND PROMPTS XCEL TO BEG 'COOL IT'

Electric and gas utility Xcel said Thursday: "Due to high temps and energy demand, we encourage you to be energy efficient today. You can help conserve by taking easy steps like reducing your AC use, postpone use of major appliances from 3-10pm or turning off unnecessary lights." Electricity demand is high across Colorado.

'SOLAR FOR ALL' BURNED OUT

Responding to Washington's plan to kill the "Solar for All" energy-saving program, Colorado Governor Jared Polis said: "The Trump Administration is seeking to rip cost-saving solutions out of the hands of hardworking Coloradans and push us backwards into an over reliance on non-renewable resources."

"'Solar for Al' reduces electricity costs — particularly for low-income households – but if this misguided federal decision happens, it will do the exact opposite, costing communities across our state," Polis said Thursday.

"In Colorado, we will continue exploring avenues to fight this illegal termination of congressionally appropriated and duly obligated funds, just as we have successfully done before," the governor said. "

SWIFT WORK STOPS BLAZE FROM SPREADING

As dry weather persists, Arvada firefighters stopped a brush fire Thursday near West 80th Avenue and Kipling Avenue. "The fire was quickly extinguished before threatening homes or the nearby Two Ponds Wildlife Refuge," officials said.

[Photo: Arvada Fire]

1 HURT IN DENVER HIGH-RISE FIRE

A person was transported to hospital after a fire Thursday on the seventh floor of an apartment building at 21st and California streets, the Denver Fire Department said.

SAVE A FEW BUCKS

Here's a money-saving tip on auto insurance premiums: "Increasing your deductible from $500 to $1,000 can reduce your premium by 20 to 25 percent," Consumer Reports says. "The potential savings could be $509 to $636 per year."

ON PATROL OLD WEST STYLE

 

Deputies (two-legged and four-legged) of the Jefferson County sheriff's mounted patrol and admiring fans at this week's "National Night Out" event at Daniels Park.

PEDESTRIAN DOWN

A pedestrian was struck and killed by an auto Wednesday night in the vicinity of Parker Road and Havana Street in Denver, police said.

FIRESTORM!

This dramatic photo - snapped by an Adams County fire crew on special duty in blazing western Colorado - illustrates the proximity of the ferocious Elk and Lee wildfires near Meeker in Rio Blanco County. [Photo: Adams County Fire Rescue]

LASER MAN SUSPECT ZAPPED

Prosecutors filed charges against a man accused of pointing a laser at a state patrol aircraft in flight over Commerce City. The incident occurred July 31. Lasers can incapacitate and blind pilots. Prosecutors identified the suspect as Jose Duarte-Campos, 41.

[Photo: Colorado State Patrol]

SWAT TEAM ARRESTS SUSPECT IN CLAY ST. SHOOTING

A SWAT team arrested a suspect in a shooting that injured a woman on South Clay Street in Denver on July 12, police said Wednesday. They identified the suspect as Anthony Quintana, 37, and the victim as his girlfriend. Quintana faces possible charges of attempted murder, assault and menacing, police said. He was captured Monday.

HEATWAVE SEEN EBBING BY WEEKEND; DENVER MAY HIT 100 THURSDAY

"Near record high temperatures are expected through Friday, with highs near 100F at lower elevations," the National Weather Service says. 

BUDGET CRISIS: LAWMAKERS TO HOLD SPECIAL SESSION; STATE HIRING FROZEN

UPDATE

Colorado Governor Jared Polis called a special session of the state legislature for Aug. 21 to tackle an almost $1 billion budget deficit triggered by federal funding cuts.

"This isn’t about rhetoric; this is about hard numbers and balancing our budget, Polis said Wednesday. "All options are on the table."

The governor also imposed a freeze on state government hiring.

"Unlike Congress, which has made the federal deficit and debt worse, Colorado actually has to balance our budget," Polis said.

BOND BALLOT BOUND

 The Denver City Council voted to place the $950 million "Vibrant Denver" bond proposal on the Nov. 4 ballot to fund a variety of infrastructure projects. Almost half would go toward street, bridge and traffic safety improvements.

ACK! ACK! THERE GOES MY SACROILIAC!

"Sacroiliac joint dysfunction accounts for an estimated 15% of low back pain complaints," the Mayo clinic reports. "While it can be difficult to diagnose, a variety of nonsurgical treatments may offer relief."

FAMILY AFFAIR

"Roughly 1 in 4 American adults are family caregivers," according to an AARP survey, and the data indicate "caregivers are increasingly taking on more complex responsibilities."

'MAKE MINE EXTRA LARGE, PLEASE'

Icy treat for a hot summer day at Denver Zoo.

[Photo: Denver Zoo]

BRACE FOR RECORD HEAT WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY

"Near record high temperatures are expected through Friday, with highs near 100 degrees at lower elevations," the National Weather Service warns. [Image: National Weather Service]

DENVER AREA SEES 2 TRAIN WRECKS IN LESS THAN 24 HOURS

Monday's and Tuesday's railroad accidents in Aurora and Denver are stern reminders of the importance of always exercising EXTREME caution around rail crossings and tracks, the Daily Sketch says.

In the first wreck, a commuter train on RTD's "A" line to Denver International Airport collided with a semi-truck at the Smith Road crossing in Aurora. Three people aboard the train were hurt. The truckdriver survived. In the second wreck, freight cars derailed at a BNSF yard in Denver, trapping a rail worker. Both wrecks are under investigation.

Industry data showing 95% of railroad fatalities involve crossing mishaps or trespassing - and the Association of American Railroads offers this potentially lifesaving advice:

• Always Expect a Train – Trains don’t run on set schedules. Always assume a train is coming.
• All Train Tracks Are Private Property – Trespassing is illegal and extremely dangerous.
• Think of a Soda Can – A 6,000-ton freight train hitting a car is like a car crushing a soda can.
• Trains Always Have the Right of Way – They take priority over emergency vehicles, cars, and pedestrians.
• Trains Extend Beyond the Rails – Stay at least three feet away from the tracks.
• Trains Can Move in Either Direction at Any Time – Never assume a track is inactive.
• Stay Alert – Today’s trains are quieter and faster than ever. Don’t use headphones or look at your phone near tracks.
• Obey the Signs – Only cross at designated crossings and follow warning signals.
  
  [Photo: Aurora Fire Department]

PEDESTRIAN KILLED DOWNTOWN

UPDATE

A pedestrian was killed by an auto Tuesday at 20th and Lawrence streets in downtown Denver, police said. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

RACE TO SAVE RAIL WORKER TRAPPED BY FREIGHT CAR

Denver firefighters freed a worker trapped by a derailed freight car at the BNSF yard in Globeville early Tuesday. He suffered a severe leg injury, officials said.

[Photos: Denver Fire Department]

ADAMS COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS ENGAGED IN WILD WEST WILDFIRE BATTLE

Adams County firefighters - proving aid in arid, blazing western Colorado - are focusing on protecting homes as the Elk Fire engulfs more than 11,000 acres, officials said Tuesday.

[Photos: Adams County Fire Rescue]

HOUSE OF HOMICIDE

Denver police are seeking clues in a murder inside this abandoned house in the 2200-block of Glenarm Place. The remains were discovered at 11:18 a.m. on Aug. 2, police said. Call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720) 913- 7867.

[Photo: Denver Police Department]

TAX CREDIT COUNTDOWN

"You have until the end of the year to take advantage of federal tax credits for clean-energy and energy-efficiency upgrades to your home," Consumer Reports says on social media.

EXTREME RISK OF WILDFIRES TODAY WEST OF CITY

UPDATE

There's a Red Flag Warning in effect for communities west of the Denver city limits.

The National Weather Service forecasts critical fire weather conditions over the mountains and high valleys Tuesday as winds pickup in a hot, dry airmass.

West Metro Fire Rescue says it has "additional resources ready to respond in case of an ignition."

Drifting smoke from the huge wildfires in western Colorado will prevail through morning in the Denver area, the weather service says.

[Photo: West Metro Fire Rescue]

HOOT ... HOOT ... IS THIS?

It's Luna, an eastern screech owl from the Denver Zoo. Eastern screech owls are known for "a distinctive, eerie tremolo that sounds like a horse’s whinny," says the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. "They can also produce a variety of other sounds, including soft trills and hoots."

[Photo: Denver Zoo]

WILDFIRE SMOKE DRIFTING INTO DENVER AREA

This Monday night view from Jefferson County's Rocky Mountain Metro Airport illustrates the arrival of smoke from western Colorado's raging wildfires, according to the National Weather Service. 

[Photo: FAA]

FREAK BRUSH FIRE

A maintenance crew's lawn-edger apparently fired off sparks when it hit a rock, igniting a brush fire, West Metro Fire Rescue said.

The unusual blaze occurred Monday in Roxborough, near Kicking Horse Drive and Outrider Road, West Metro said, noting outdoor fire risk is high as the Denver area swelters. "The maintenance crew was able to mow the taller grass around the perimeter - keeping the fire from spreading," West Metro said. [Photo: West Metro Fire Rescue]

FAST HANDS: HUNT BANK THIEF WHO FOOLS TELLERS

Do you know this woman? She is wanted in a string of Denver area bank larcenies. She operates by slight of hand and distracts tellers. No gun. No note. The FBI and Denver police are seeking the public's help. She's believed to be between ages 20 and 30. Call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720) 913- 7867. (Photo: FBI and Denver police)

ARREST SUSPECT IN FATAL HIT & RUN

Denver police arrested a suspect in a deadly-hit-and run crash at northbound I-25 and Speer Boulevard over the weekend. Jeffery Alvarez, 29, faces possible charges of vehicular homicide and leaving the scene of an accident involving death, police said.

DOG-KILLING MOUNTAIN LION CAPTURED

The mountain lion that killed a dog on its walk has been captured, tagged and returned to the wild, Boulder police said. The animal was caught Aug. 1, a week after the attack.

[Photo: Boulder Police Department]

3 HURT IN COMMUTER TRAIN WRECK

UPDATE

A commuter train on the RTD airport line struck a semi-truck Monday, injuring three people aboard the train, Aurora police said.

The truck driver escaped injury in the accident at Smith Road.

Police said: "There is significant damage to rail crossing safety equipment, which will cause an extensive road closure. There is no estimate at this time for when the roadways will reopen."

[Photos: Aurora Police Department]

ELK CREEK FIRE

Adams County firefighters deployed to the Elk Creek Fire near Meeker in western Colorado. The wildfire has scorched more than 2,000 acres. [Photo: Adams County Fire Rescue]

PARK & WALK MONDAY

SUSPECTED HIT & RUN DRIVER RETURNS TO SCENE

A suspected hit-and-run driver killed a pedestrian and returned to the scene 2 1/2 hours later and surrendered, Westminster Police said. The accident occurred in the 8200-block of Sheridan Boulevard Saturday.

TEMPS NEAR 100, WILDFIRE DANGER

UPDATE

The city will be dry and hot through Wednesday, the National Weather Service forecasts. Denver could see 97 Monday, 99 Tuesday and 100 Wednesday. The plains could see afternoon and evening thunderstorms Monday, 70 mph winds and 1-inch hail. Wildfire risk increases Tuesday over the mountains, higher valleys and South Park.

STABBING ON FEDERAL BLVD.

A person was stabbed and injured in the 1100-block of South Federal Boulevard in Denver, police said early Sunday.

BEST FRIENDS FOREVER

The Denver Zoo says orangutan sisters Siska and Cerah are "best friends, playmates, and constant companions."

[Photo: Denver Zoo]

ARMED AND DANGEROUS: HAVE YOU SEEN HIM? HE'S WANTED FOR MURDER

FLASH UPDATE - Police arrested Castellano-Fonseca Monday in the vicinity of Mississippi and Chambers.

Pictured here is Michel Jordan Castellano-Fonseca, 30, a suspect in the slaying of a young woman in Aurora early Sunday - and police warn he's armed and dangerous.

He fled in a green Acura MDX SUV with Colorado license plate CVO668. The shooting occurred shortly after 3 a.m. Sunday at an apartment in the 1000-block of Cimarron Circle. Castellano-Fonseca forced his way into the unit - occupied by two adults and five children, ages 1 to 15 - firing several shots.

"One of the victims, a 26-year-old woman, sustained fatal wounds and died at the scene," Aurora police said. "A second victim, a 30-year-old woman, was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries." None of the children were injured. Police said a preliminary investigation by the homicide squad tied the shooting to an earlier domestic violence incident. Castellano-Fonseca allegedly threatened to return to the apartment with a gun. If you have information, call 911 or call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720) 913- 7867. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

Getaway car

[Photos: Aurora Police Department]

A LITTLE BIT TOO CLOSE FOR COMFORT

South Metro firefighters extinguished a brush fire Sunday at 5455 South Rivera Way, near East Crestline Drive, in Centennial.

[Photo: South Metro Fire]

BUST 2 FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER AFTER CAR CHASE

After a frantic chase, deputies stopped a driver suspected of firing shots at another vehicle and arrested two suspects, the Jefferson County Sheriff's office said.

Pierre Morris, 38, and Shakeyah Jackson, 39, face a variety of charges, including attempted first-degree murder with extreme indifference. Deputies also recovered handguns, rifles and ammunition tossed from their car. The shooting occurred on U.S. 6 near Tunnel 1 at about 8 a.m. Saturday. There were no injuries. The pursuit started when deputies spotted the suspects on eastbound U.S. 6 and continued onto southbound Highway 93 and into Golden.

The Sheriff's Office provided this account: "On Heritage Road, deputies attempted to stop the pursuit by partially blocking the suspect’s escape route, causing front-end damage during the effort. "The suspect vehicle then entered an apartment complex, where both occupants exited and threw several items into a pond before attempting to drive away again. "Deputies conducted a high-risk stop and took both suspects into custody," the sheriff's office said.

POLICE DRAGNET NABS SUSPECT, 19, IN HIT & RUN WITH SCOOTER

UPDATE

Acting on a tip, Aurora police tracked down and arrested a suspect in a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a teenager riding a scooter, officials said Sunday. The driver, who is 19, faces a variety of charges including, leaving the scene of a crash resulting in death - a felony. The scooter rider, age 16, was in the bike lane, police said. Friday night's tragedy occurred at East Wesley Drive and South Dunkirk Street and police asked residents to review their home security and doorbell videos for evidence. There were no witnesses, however, neighbors heard vehicle with a loud exhaust. On Sunday, Aurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain said: “If not for the critical information provided by local residents and our ability to leverage video technology through the Aurora Police Department’s Real-Time Information Center, this very well could have been a case of another life lost without justice.” Officials provided a detailed account of the investigation: "Two community teenagers contacted Aurora police after seeing reports of the crash in the local media. The teens provided a detailed description of the suspect vehicle, which they said they observed speeding through the neighborhood about the time of the crash. "The vehicle description was relayed to officers assigned to the Real-Time Information Center, who leveraged MESH and Flock camera technology to confirm the suspect vehicle was a blue 2014 Dodge Charger. Officers used camera technology to backtrack the Charger’s direction of travel, determining it left the city of Aurora and entered Denver after the crash. "Patrol and traffic officers and investigators launched an exhaustive search for the vehicle, ultimately locating it abandoned in a parking lot of a Denver apartment complex. Officers determined the vehicle was registered to an Aurora address. Detectives responded to that address where they located and arrested the suspect."

2 AUTOS STRIKE MAN ON I-225

UPDATE

Two autos struck and killed a man Saturday night on northbound I-225 near Parker Road in Aurora, police said. The man was 62. The busy highway was closed about two hours for police investigation. The accident occurred about 11:15 p.m.

SUNNY SUNDAY

UPDATE

"Sunday will be a little warmer with mostly sunny skies," the National Weather Service says. "There's still a chance of thunderstorms over the northeast plains in the afternoon and evening."

GLENARM MURDER; KNOX, LITTLE RAVEN SHOOTINGS

UPDATE

Police investigated a murder Saturday in the 2200-block of Glenarm Place, near downtown in Denver. "The victim was pronounced deceased on scene," police said. They had no idea how long the victim had been dead, 9News reported. The body was decomposed. Meantime, three people were wounded in an overnight shooting near 6th Avenue and Knox Court. A separate shooting injured a person in the vicinity of 19th and Little Raven streets.

AURORA POLICE HUNT RUNAWAY DRIVER WHO KILLED TEEN ON SCOOTER

A fatal hit-and-run crash took a scooter-riding teenager's life Friday night at East Wesley Drive and South Dunkirk Street in Aurora - and police are urgently seeking video evidence.   The youth, 16, was struck from behind on an electric scooter in the marked bicycle lane. "Investigators are asking residents in the area to check their doorbell and other surveillance cameras between 11:15-11:20 p.m. Friday for video of a possible suspect vehicle with a loud exhaust speeding from the scene," likely toward towards East Jewell Avenue from Dunkirk. police said. There were no witnesses.

If you have information, call the confidential Metro Denver Crime Stoppers hotline at (720) 913-7867.

FIREFIGHTERS FRIGHTENED FELINE'S FRIENDS

South Metro firefighters retrieved a cat perched on a third-floor ledge. "Cat-astrophe averted!" proclaimed the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, which also responded. It happened July 25 in the 1700-block of South Beeler Street.

[Photos: Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office.]

CURB BALL: PARKING METER QR CODE SCAM

Beware of rogue QR code decals on parking meters.

The scamming stickers direct motorists to website pirates who abscond with credit card and personal data, the Denver Police Department warns.

"Scammers have placed fraudulent QR codes on signs and meters, especially in Cherry Creek and along Broadway and Lincoln between 10th and Alameda" and "more may pop up," police said. City workers have been on peal patrol removing the deceptive decals.

There's an exception, though in Lower Highlands where official QR codes appear on overhead signs "and direct you to the Pay by Phone app — never a website" police said. If you've been scammed call 311, file a police report online or in person. If you spot suspicious QR codes, report them to 311 or police.  [Photo: Denver Police Department]

STATE SPLASHED WITH $1 BILLION RED INK WARNING

Newsline reports Colorado will take an estimated $1.2 billion tax revenue hit in the current fiscal year due to changes that were passed in the federal Republican tax break and spending cut law. That lost revenue means Colorado lawmakers will need to make significant cuts to fix the budget, which faces an almost $1 billion deficit.

SHERIFF WARNS OF PHONE SCAMMER

The Denver Sheriff's Department warned Friday of a phone scam involving a person identifying themselves as Sheriff Elias Diggins. Potential victims are asked to pay a fine for failing to appear for jury duty or court. The agency said it "never" makes such requests.

FATAL HIT & RUN SHUTS DOWN HIGHWAY

UPDATE

A fatal hit-and-run accident shut down northbound I-25 in downtown Denver early Saturday. "At least" two motorists were involved in the accident at the Speer Boulevard ramp, police said. Two people were taken to hospital. Traffic was detoured for about two hours.

HEALTH ALERT! BEWARE LED-LACED CANNED PEARS

MURDER SUSPECTS ARE YOUTHS, AGES 14 AND 16

Two youths - ages 14 and 16 - have been arrested as suspects in a shooting death and robbery in Aurora, police said.

The murder occurred in the parking lot of an apartment complex in 100-block of Kenton Street on evening of July 21.

Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Jaylan Demetrious Moton, 20, of Thornton. Investigators allege "the two juvenile suspects lured Moton and a 21-year-old Aurora man to the parking lot with the intention of robbing them," police said. "The suspects also fired at the second victim, who was able to escape without injury."

Police withheld the suspects' name because they are minors. "The investigation is active and ongoing," police said. If you have information call Metro Crime Stoppers at (720) 913-7867.

BIZARRE ENDING TO I-25 CRASH NEAR COLFAX AVE.

The victim of a fatal wreck on I-25 apparently "suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound after the crash," Denver police said Friday. The single-vehicle accident occurred near Colfax Avenue on Thursday night, shutting down northbound lanes of the interstate. Traffic was diverted onto streets in the Auraria district. "Circumstances of the crash remain under investigation," police said. In another highway accident, an 18-wheeer rolled over on I-70 westbound Friday night near Tower Road, Aurora police said. One person suffered minor injuries.

POLICE: LODO GUNMAN STILL AT LARGE, EARLIER SUSPECT STILL JAILED

Damion Britt remained jailed Friday in a weekend shooting in Denver's Lodo bar district that wounded four people - though police now say the gunman is still on the loose.

In an update, police said "detectives determined Britt was not the shooter." Nonetheless, he remains in custody for investigation of attempted murder and assault and "investigators are working to identify and locate the shooter," police said. In announcing his arrest Thursday, police said they believed Britt, 21, and the "primary victim" were involved in an argument. That belief apparently hadn't changed as of Friday. The other three victims were bystanders, police said. The violence erupted late Saturday in the vicinity of 20th and Market streets, an area plagued by late night violence tied, in part, to partying at popular bars and clubs. If you have information call Metro Crime Stoppers at (720) 913-7867.

BEST FRIEND PADDLING THE GOOD LIFE NOW

The new owner of this swimmingly precious pup dropped a "thank you" note to the Denver Animal Shelter, saying he's "a smart, sweet boy who has brought us lots of light. " 

[Photo: Denver Animal Selter]

KEEPING LIGHTS ON

Colorado officials Friday unveiled an online navigator connecting consumers with 600-plus energy rebates as well as programs providing utility bill assistance. "We continue to do all we can to make people aware of how you can reduce costs on energy bills and keep money in your pocket," Governor Jared Polis said.

HAIL-UVA LOT OF TROUBLE

Severe thunderstorms could whack the plains of northeast Colorado with 2-inch diameter hail, 70 mph winds and a brief tornado Friday afternoon and evening, the National Weather Service says.

IT'S COLORADO DAY, MARKING 149 YEARS OF STATEHOOD

It's been a colorful 149 years of natural beauty, determined pioneers and industry.

On Aug. 1, 1876, Colorado - the Centennial State - was born. 

President Ulysses S. Grant signed a proclamation admitting the free Territory of Colorado as the 38th U.S. state a few weeks after the 100th anniversary of Declaration of Independence, hence the name Centennial State.

Denver was designated "temporary" capital city until a statewide vote made it permanent capital a few years later. The current state Capitol building, at 200 East Colfax Avenue, opened in 1894.

MAYHEM AT MEDICAL CENTER

Police sped to the University of Colorado medical center in force Thursday night for a reported shooting in a parking garage. "A suspect was taken into custody following a brief pursuit that did not leave the medical campus," according to Aurora police, who assisted the medical center's police department. There were no injuries. The parking garage is located near Children's Way and East Colfax Avenue. Officials described the scene as a "a large police presence."

ARREST IN 20TH & MARKET SHOOTING THAT WOUNDED 4

FLASH UPDATE - LODO GUNMAN STILL AT LARGE, EARLIER SUSPECT STILL JAILED Damion Britt, 21, has been arrested as a suspect in a weekend shooting in Denver's Lodo bar district that injured four people, police said Thursday. "Investigators believe Britt and the primary victim were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated to the shooting," police said. "The other 3 victims were bystanders."

The suspect is being held on multiple charges, including 4 counts of Investigation of attempted murder. "Final determination of charges will be made by the DA’s office," police said
The shooting late Saturday occurred in the vicinity of 20th and Market streets, near Coors Field, a popular partying section on the city plagued by late-night violence.