Denver police spent late Sunday night working a reported stabbing near the intersection of E Cedar Avenue and S Broadway Street, an incident that sent one person to a local hospital. Officials have not said how serious the victim’s injuries are. Officers say the case remains an active investigation, with detectives still trying to pin down suspect information.
What police say
According to the Denver Police Department, officers responded to the area, found one victim, and had that person taken to a nearby hospital. The department said the “extent of injuries” was unknown and that investigators were “working to develop suspect information.”
Broadway corridor context
The Broadway corridor has seen several violent incidents in recent months, and a cluster of downtown stabbings last year led to stepped-up patrols and fresh scrutiny of downtown safety. As reported by Denver7, nearby stretches of Broadway and the 16th Street Mall have been the focus of multiple investigations.
How to report tips
Per the City of Denver, anyone with information about this incident can call the Denver Police non-emergency line at 720-913-2000 or Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867. For emergencies, call 911. Police said they will share updates on their social media thread as the investigation continues.
