Early Monday on Denver's southeast side, the 9700 block of East Hampden Avenue turned into an active crime scene after a shooting sent multiple people to a local hospital. Officers blocked off the area while detectives collected evidence and spoke with witnesses, and the condition of the victims remained unclear as morning approached. The department shared an alert on its X account as the investigation unfolded.
What Police Are Saying So Far
Denver Police Department officials said in their post that multiple victims were taken to a local hospital and that the "extent of injuries [was] unknown at this time." The message added that the investigation is ongoing and that officers are working to develop suspect information.
Police have not released how many people were hurt or provided any descriptions of possible suspects. Detectives are still piecing together what happened along the busy Hampden corridor.
City resources urge anyone with information to call the department's non-emergency line at 720-913-2000 or to call or text 911 in an emergency, according to the Denver city website. Officials are asking anyone with video, photos, or eyewitness accounts to share them so detectives can follow up.
Hampden Corridor’s Violent History
This stretch of East Hampden has seen serious violence in recent months. Earlier this year, officers responded to the same 9700 block after an assault there that investigators later treated as a homicide, Denver7 reported. In coverage of that March case, detectives canvassing for witnesses were a familiar sight along the corridor, as per Hoodline.
How Residents Can Help Investigators
Police are again turning to the public for help. Anyone with tips can call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867) or submit an anonymous tip online, according to Metro Denver Crime Stoppers. In immediate danger, authorities say to call 911. Otherwise, residents can contact DPD's non-emergency line at 720-913-2000 so investigators can follow up.
