Denver police are investigating a deadly shooting near the 3800 block of West Arizona Avenue after an adult man was found fatally wounded and pronounced dead at the scene. Homicide detectives were out early Tuesday, combing the area as officers gathered evidence and spoke with potential witnesses. A portion of the neighborhood remains blocked off while investigators work the scene.
The department flagged the case on X, writing, "ALERT: #DPD is investigating a reported shooting resulting in a homicide near the 3800 Blk of W Arizona Ave," according to the Denver Police Dept. The post also urged anyone with information to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers.
What investigators have said
In the public alert, DPD stated, "Adult male victim was pronounced deceased at the scene," according to the Denver Police Dept. So far, the agency has not released any suspect description or possible motive.
The department also noted that its social media accounts are not monitored 24/7. For situations that are not emergencies, the city lists 720‑913‑2000 as the Denver Police Department’s non‑emergency line, per the City of Denver.
How to report tips
Anyone with information about the shooting can leave an anonymous tip with Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720) 913‑STOP (7867) or submit a report online, according to Metro Denver Crime Stoppers. For non‑emergency reports directly to police, the Denver Police Department’s non‑emergency line is (720) 913‑2000, per the city’s police department contacts.
No arrests or suspect information have been announced, and the investigation remains active. This story will be updated as the Denver Police Department or prosecutors release additional details.
