On May 2, 2025, around 5:50 p.m., Thornton police officers were dispatched to the intersection of 104th Ave and Colorado Blvd on report of a shooting.
Preliminary investigation revealed there had been a verbal road rage altercation between two drivers. One of the drivers, described as a short, “chubby” Hispanic male with long hair, pulled out a handgun and shot towards the other driver, striking him in the arm. The victim, an adult male, was transported to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The victim’s vehicle was also occupied by an adult female and a juvenile who were unharmed. The suspect driver fled the scene.
The suspect vehicle is described as a red or maroon Jeep Grand Cherokee with black rims and an unknown license plate number.
This is an active and ongoing investigation in its early stages. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Thornton Police Department tip line at 720-977-5069. Those who wish to remain anonymous may contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867.