City of Pueblo, CO

08/21/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/21/2024 10:26

Drive-by Shooting with Multiple Victims

August 21, 2024 [FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE]

On Friday, August 16, 2024, at approximately 10:00 P.M., officers responded to the 2300 block of W 15th St. (Donley Park) on a report of a shooting. Multiple victims were found with gunshot wounds.

Several juveniles were gathered at the park when a vehicle drove by and began to shoot at the juveniles. Two male juveniles and one female sustained gunshot wounds and were transported to local hospitals. The female juvenile had multiple gunshot wounds and due to the seriousness of her injuries, was transferred to a hospital in Colorado Springs.

This incident is currently under investigation.

If anyone has any information, please contact Detective Hector Herrera at 719 553-3336. If you would like to remain anonymous, contact Pueblo Crime Stoppers @ (719) 542-STOP, 719-542-7867 or submit your tip online at www.pueblocrimestoppers.com. If your information leads to a felony arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward.

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The information contained in this press release is based on preliminary information available at the time of its drafting. The Pueblo Police Department's understanding of this incident may change as additional evidence is collected, analyzed, and reviewed. The Pueblo Police Department does not draw any conclusions about whether the officers acted consistent with our policies and the law until all the facts are known and the investigation is complete. The purpose of this press release is to provide timely information to the public. In consideration of the foregoing, please be advised that any statements expressed herein are subject to change at any time.