Police have announced an arrest in connection with a 2024 Denver shooting.
The Denver Police Department made the announcement Friday.
The department said the suspect unlawfully entered the victim's home before shooting one of the occupants.
The department later announced an arrest in connection with the shooting.
The Denver Crime Laboratory has separate forensic units for evidence such as fingerprints, DNA and firearms. Its firearms analysts can microscopically compare recovered cartridge cases with specimens from test-fired guns to help determine whether a particular firearm was used. The lab’s stated role is to examine physical evidence and clearly report its findings; the department has not publicly described which specific forensic methods connected Marian to this case. The lab’s description of its firearms work explains how recovered casings can inform an investigation.
How Investigators Connected Marian to the Case
The department announced an arrest in connection with the shooting.
Denver created FAST in 2020 to focus specifically on investigating nonfatal shootings.
The department announced Marian's arrest in connection with the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing, with investigators continuing to gather and process evidence.
As is standard in Colorado, the Denver District Attorney's Office will make the final determination on any charges.
Tips Sought as Case Continues
Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers, where tips can be submitted anonymously and tipsters may be eligible for a reward, according to the release.
For non-emergency contact with police services, the department lists a phone number, 720-913-2000, while urging anyone facing an emergency to call or text 911 instead.
