Crime
Two Dead, Juvenile Suspect in Custody Following Foothills Mall Shooting
FORT COLLINS, Colo. — Two individuals are dead and a juvenile suspect is in custody following a fatal shooting at Foothills Mall on Saturday evening, according to a Sunday morning press release from Fort Collins Police Services.
The incident occurred around 5:00 p.m. on April 5, 2025, at Foothills Mall located at 215 E. Foothills Parkway.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire and quickly arrived on scene, locating two victims on a sidewalk situated between the mall building and a nearby parking area.
Both victims sustained critical injuries and were transported to a local hospital by emergency medical services.
Despite lifesaving efforts, both victims succumbed to their injuries.
Their identities have not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin by the Larimer County Coroner’s Office.
Following an intensive investigation, police identified and apprehended a juvenile male suspect in connection with the shooting.
Due to the suspect’s age, authorities are withholding his identity at this time.
Police indicated that additional charges are expected as the investigation progresses.
As with all criminal cases, charges are considered allegations and the suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Authorities stated that there is no indication of additional victims and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
The shooting is being investigated as a possible gang-related incident.
However, police have chosen not to name specific gang affiliations in an effort to avoid granting notoriety.
Fort Collins Police are urging anyone with information who has not yet spoken with investigators to contact Detective Matt Dean at 970-221-6580. Those who wish to remain anonymous may submit tips through Larimer County Crime Stoppers at 970-221-6868.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.