Crime
1 killed after shooting near Atlas Prep School in south Colorado Springs over field
UPDATE: In a Facebook post, Atlas Schools CEO Brittney Stroh addressed a recent incident that occurred on the school’s grounds.
She explained that the school rents its sports facilities to external groups and that a tragic fight broke out during one of these games.
Stroh clarified that neither Atlas nor its students were involved and expressed condolences to the affected individuals.
She also stated that the Colorado Springs Police Department is investigating the incident and that Atlas would share updates as appropriate.
Local businesses in southeast Colorado Springs are reporting a significant police presence near Atlas High School.
Employees at South Colorado Springs Nissan and Specialty Sports and Supply have observed numerous law enforcement officers in the area on Saturday afternoon.
Although the specific nature of the incident remains unclear, the Colorado Springs Police Department has confirmed that they responded to a report of a possible shooting.
Parents reported that a football game was taking place when the police arrived. According to the police, the initial call was regarding a shooting.
Tammy Whaley told Channel2 NOW, “My son was about 30 feet away, getting ready to start his football game, when he and his team heard and saw what happened. Our coach was performing CPR, and the shooter escaped.”
Atlas Preparatory School reported a deadly fight that took place on Saturday between members of an athletic club using the school’s field.
However, further details are currently limited.
As the investigation unfolds, updates will be provided regarding the situation.
Crime
18-year-old Kyler Naely charged for the murder in shooting death of 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams
An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged in a deadly shooting that occurred in October, which claimed the life of a 16-year-old and injured another.
The incident began on October 6, 2024, shortly after 12:45 a.m., when officers were called to a shooting on I-244 near Yale Avenue.
Upon arrival, they discovered a gray SUV riddled with bullet holes and shattered windows. Investigators determined that seven people were inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Two occupants of the vehicle suffered gunshot wounds.
One victim, 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams, sustained critical injuries and succumbed to them several weeks later. The other victim suffered a minor gunshot wound to the arm and survived.
Preliminary investigations revealed the incident was linked to a fight at the Tulsa State Fair earlier that evening.
Witnesses reported that the altercation, which occurred as the group was leaving the fairgrounds, likely escalated into the highway shooting.
Following an in-depth investigation, Tulsa Police Homicide Detectives identified 18-year-old Kyler Naely as the suspect responsible for the shooting.
On November 19, 2024, Naely was arrested, charged with first-degree murder, and booked into the Tulsa County Jail.
Authorities emphasize that the case remains under investigation and are urging anyone with additional information to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers can remain anonymous.