A shooting near the 3400 block of South Monaco Street left one person in the hospital on Monday, and Denver police say the investigation is just getting started as detectives comb the area for clues.
According to a post from the Denver Police Dept on X, officers located a single victim who was transported to a nearby hospital. The department reminded residents to call or text 911 for emergencies and to use the police non-emergency line at 720-913-2000 for routine services.
Police also noted that the initial details could change as investigators sort through witness accounts and physical evidence. They said any new information will be added to the existing thread on X.
Citywide context
The Monaco shooting alert lands in the middle of a stretch of gun violence that has kept Denver residents on edge. In recent weeks, multiple incidents have sent officers racing to scenes across the city, with detectives calling for video, photos, and firsthand accounts from anyone who might have seen something.
As Hoodline reported in coverage of daylight gunfire jolting 20th and Pennsylvania, police have been juggling investigations at separate crime scenes while publicly urging potential witnesses to step forward.
How to report tips
Anyone with information about the South Monaco shooting is asked to contact Denver Police or Metro Denver Crime Stoppers. Metro Denver Crime Stoppers accepts anonymous tips at 720-913-STOP (7867), and the City of Denver lists the police non-emergency line as 720-913-2000. For life-threatening emergencies or crimes in progress, officials say to call or text 911.
Denver police have pledged to post further updates on X as the investigation develops. This story will be updated when authorities release more details.
