On April 17th, 2023, at approximately 10:00 P.M., officers with the Pueblo Police Department responded to a local hospital in reference to a double shooting. Upon their arrival, they learned that two male victims, a juvenile male and a 18-year-old male, were shot while they were riding in the back of a small black truck near the area of Polk St and W. Adams Ave at approximately 9:45 p.m.
Both victims sustained serious and life altering injuries. During the subsequent investigation, it was also learned that the shooting incident may have stemmed from a possible road rage confrontation. A description of the suspect vehicle is not available. The Pueblo Police Department is asking any persons who may have knowledge of this event, may have seen this event unfolding, or may have additional camera footage that captures this event please contact Detective Joseph Cardona at 719-553-3385 or jcardona@pueblo.us. You may also call Crimestoppers at 719-542-STOP to provide this information anonymously and be eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
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. ###