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Suspect in custody after shooting at Arista Flats Apartments in Broomfield, Colorado

Both the suspect and one victim have been transported to a local hospital.

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UPDATE: The suspect involved is now in custody. The scene has been secured by law enforcement.

Both the suspect and one victim have been transported to a local hospital. Their current conditions are unknown at this time.

Broomfield, CO – A serious incident is currently unfolding at the Arista Flats apartment complex on Central Court in Broomfield.

The Broomfield Police Department has issued a shelter-in-place order for the area, warning residents that the surrounding vicinity is not safe.

The shooting is taking place on the west side of the old First Bank Center. Gunfire is still being heard in the area.

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A witness living near the apartment complex told Channel2 NOW that they were walking their dog when a bullet pierced their window, narrowly missing their head.

Highway 36 remains unaffected by the incident past the area where police are responding to the active shooter situation.

The SWAT team, crisis negotiators, and surrounding law enforcement agencies are actively involved in the response.

Nearby Jefferson Academy has been placed on secure status. This means that the school’s normal operations are continuing, but the doors are locked to prevent anyone from entering or leaving the building.

The first media briefing will be held at 10:30 AM in the north parking lot of the First Bank Center.

If you are a resident of the area and did not receive an emergency reverse notification, please be sure to attend the briefing for important updates and information.

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We will provide updates as more information becomes available.


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42-year-old Kevin Garr dead after Clifton Heights shooting

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CINCINNATI, OH – A 42-year-old man was fatally shot in Clifton Heights on Saturday afternoon, prompting an investigation by the Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) Homicide Unit.

Authorities responded to reports of a shooting in the 600 block of Riddle Road at approximately 4:13 p.m. on March 9.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim, later identified as Kevin Garr, 42, suffering from a gunshot wound.

Emergency responders transported Garr to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased.

As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.

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Detectives from the CPD Homicide Unit have launched an active investigation and are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the Homicide Unit at (513) 352-3542. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.


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