On February 15, 2024, at approximately 1:18 p.m., Pueblo Police responded to an address on Castle Royal Drive on a report of a shooting. Police received information that an adult female victim was accidently shot.
The victim was transported to an area hospital for her injuries. Shortly after arrival at the hospital the victim was declared deceased. Pueblo Police crimes against persons detectives and crime scene investigations units are investigating this death as a homicide investigation.
Police interviewed several people during this investigation. At this time, no arrests have been made and the investigation is on-going.
The victim in this incident will be identified by the Pueblo County Coroner after appropriate notifications. The Coroner’s Office will determine the cause and manner of death. This is the 7th homicide in Pueblo for 2024.
The information contained in this press release is based on preliminary information available at the time of its drafting. The Pueblo Police Department’s understanding of this incident may change as additional evidence is collected, analyzed and reviewed. The Pueblo Police Department does not draw any conclusions about whether the officers acted consistent with our policies and the law until all the facts are known and the investigation is complete. The purpose of this press release is to provide timely information to the public. In consideration of the foregoing, please be advised that any statements expressed herein are subject to change at any time.
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