DENVER, CO – Authorities are investigating the discovery of a deceased man found in a shed late Thursday night, raising questions about a possible connection to a recent fire at the same property. The incident took place on the 500 block of Colorado Boulevard, where emergency responders were initially called to the scene around 10 p.m.
The Denver Police Department and Fire Department were alerted to the property after receiving reports of a body. Upon arrival, they discovered a male individual deceased inside a structure located at the rear of the property. This shed was unaffected by a previous fire that had occurred on Tuesday afternoon, which had caused significant damage to the main house.
Earlier in the week, the property’s owner had been reported missing following the fire, which was described as an explosion. Despite a thorough search at that time, no body was found amid the debris. The discovery of the body on Thursday night has prompted authorities to consider whether there is a connection between the fire and the missing homeowner.
The Denver Medical Examiner’s Office has taken custody of the body and will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death. Investigators are keen to establish whether the death is linked to the fire or if it is an unrelated incident. As of now, the cause of death remains undetermined, and the identity of the deceased has not been publicly disclosed.
Residents in the area expressed shock and concern over the developments, with many curious about the circumstances leading to the fire and the subsequent discovery of the body. Law enforcement officials have assured the community that they are diligently working to piece together the events that transpired.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward.