Crime
At least six people injured after shooting on Potter Drive in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) is actively investigating a shooting that left six individuals injured on Saturday night in the 1400 block of Potter Drive, near Mitchell High School.
Officers responded to reports of multiple gunshots shortly before 10 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered several victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Four of the victims were transported to nearby hospitals by emergency medical services, while two others sought medical care on their own.
According to CSPD, five victims are currently listed in stable condition, while one remains in critical condition.
Preliminary findings indicate the incident began with a verbal altercation that rapidly escalated into gunfire.
Authorities have not yet confirmed how many individuals discharged weapons, but a large number of shell casings were recovered from the scene, suggesting multiple shooters may have been involved.
The active crime scene stretches across several hundred yards, and CSPD officers and forensic teams are expected to remain on-site through early Sunday morning to collect evidence and interview witnesses.
Witnesses at the scene reported hearing between 40 and 50 gunshots, with some claiming the incident was live-streamed online.
The shooting reportedly broke out near the intersection of Potter Drive and Palmer Park Boulevard.
Social media posts and photographs circulating online suggest that the violence may have stemmed from a personal feud or dispute, although police have not officially confirmed a motive.
As of now, no suspects have been identified or taken into custody.
CSPD is urging anyone who witnessed the incident, has video footage, or may have any information that could assist in the investigation to contact the department’s non-emergency line at (719) 444-7000. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous may also reach out to Crime Stoppers at (719) 634-STOP (7867).
The investigation is ongoing.
Updates will be provided as more details become available.
SPENCER, OKLAHOMA — Authorities have confirmed that a 17-year-old student was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon following a violent altercation near Star Spencer High School in Spencer, Oklahoma.
According to the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded shortly after an altercation broke out among a group of juveniles near the intersection of Northeast 34th Street and Spencer Road.
During the confrontation, one of the individuals reportedly produced a firearm and opened fire, striking a male teenager.
Emergency personnel transported the victim to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The victim was later identified by Oklahoma City Public Schools officials as 17-year-old Sebastian Guyton, a student at Star Spencer High School.
Following the shooting, law enforcement initiated a search of the area. One suspect was taken into custody after a brief foot pursuit, though authorities have not yet released additional details regarding the individual’s identity or potential charges.
As a precaution, several nearby schools were placed on temporary lockdown while officers secured the area.
Classes at Star Spencer High School have been canceled for the remainder of the week in light of the tragedy.
In a statement released Wednesday, Star Spencer High School officials expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their student:
“Please help keep our Bobcat family and friends in your thoughts during this very difficult time,” the statement read.
The Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.