Gunfire cracked the early-morning quiet outside Assembly Student Living near Denver's Auraria campus on Thursday, but police say no one was hurt. Officers rushed to the scene after multiple reports of shots fired, and investigators kept the area active as they searched for evidence and followed up on early leads. Detectives are asking anyone who saw or heard something to come forward.
In a post on X, the Denver Police Department said officers responded to a report of shots fired and confirmed that no injuries had been reported. A reply to that post pointed directly to the Assembly Student Living complex at 3900 Elati Street, though police have not officially confirmed that detail. The department also urged anyone with information to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867), the number listed on the group's site.
Denver's public-safety contact page lists 9-1-1 for emergencies and 720-913-2000 for non-emergency police reports, according to the City of Denver. Detectives have not released any suspect description or a possible motive and say they will provide updates if new information comes in.
Where the Call Was Reported
The social media posts and replies pointed to 3900 Elati Street, the address for Assembly Student Living, placing the incident in a dense student-housing corridor near the Auraria colleges. Assembly Student Living lists that address and notes the property is one block from the E-line light-rail stop, a detail that could mean more potential witnesses were moving through the area at the time.
Why Tips Matter Now
Police say even small pieces of information can help in a shooting investigation, whether it is dash- or door-cam video, a partial vehicle description, or simply noting which direction someone ran or drove away. The department's push for public help comes as Denver recorded a sharp drop in homicides and nonfatal shootings last year, a trend local reporting has tied to targeted enforcement and the use of investigative tools, according to Denverite.
Anyone with video or tips related to the incident is asked to call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867) or submit information through the group's tip portal. For an emergency, call 9-1-1. For non-emergency police assistance, contact the Denver Police Department's non-emergency line at 720-913-2000.
