Aurora police seek suspects in Aug. 18 shooting incident
- Aurora police have issued arrest warrants for three men involved in a shooting on August 18, with one suspect in custody and two still being sought.
- A rifle matching the one seen in a viral video of the incident has been recovered, and police are investigating the role of property management in the events.
- Despite the presence of six men in the video, there is no current evidence linking them to organized crime, and the police are committed to ensuring public safety.
On August 18, a shooting incident occurred near 12th Avenue and Dallas Street in Aurora, resulting in the fatal injury of 25-year-old Oswaldo Jose Dabion Araujo. The Aurora Police Department has since obtained arrest warrants for three men involved in the incident, with two suspects, Zambrano-Pacheco and Serpa-Acosta, still at large. A rifle matching the one seen in a viral video of the incident has been recovered, aiding the investigation. The police have clarified that, despite the viral video featuring six men, there is currently no evidence linking them to any organized criminal gang, including those from Venezuela. Aurora Police Chief Chamberlain emphasized the challenges in identifying gang affiliations due to the lack of shared databases with certain countries. He also noted that crime can affect anyone, regardless of gang involvement. In response to the incident, the Aurora Police Department is taking proactive measures to enhance public safety, including offering to station officers at affected apartment complexes. They are also investigating the role of property management in the events leading up to the shooting, examining the financial means of those managing the properties. Mayor Mike Coffman has expressed a desire to clarify the situation regarding gang activity in the area, especially in light of former President Trump's proposed visit. The police department has assured the community that they will not discriminate based on immigration status and encourages victims to report incidents without fear.