A stretch of Denver's Montbello neighborhood was flooded with flashing lights late Wednesday after a shooting drew a heavy police response. Officers remained on scene into the night, canvassing the area and speaking with witnesses. Police did not immediately release information about possible injuries, any suspects, or what might have triggered the gunfire.
According to FOX31 Denver, video from the scene shows a cluster of patrol cars and active police activity in the neighborhood. The station reported that Denver Police responded to the call on Wednesday and were in the middle of an active investigation at the time of its report.
Neighbors Say Violence Has Risen
Residents of Montbello have told local outlets they have been hearing gunfire more often in recent months, and some say the neighborhood is seeing more gang-related incidents. Denver7 reported that police have stepped up patrols in the area and recently installed a Halo camera to monitor hot spots.
What Officials Are Asking
Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact Denver police as they work to piece together what happened, the local station reported. Authorities had not announced any arrests and are urging residents with video or eyewitness details to come forward.
Montbello has been the focus of ongoing community anti-violence efforts and city investments, and neighbors say they want solutions that last longer than a burst of patrol cars. This story will be updated as the Denver Police release more details.
