AURORA, CO – In a shocking incident that has left the community on edge, a shootout erupted in the parking lot of a popular skating rink on Girard Avenue in Aurora late this afternoon. Police were called to the scene around 5 p.m. following reports of gunfire near the intersection of Chambers Road and Hampden Avenue.
Authorities have confirmed that two teenagers were caught in the crossfire. A boy, whose injuries are described as severe, and a 14-year-old girl, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries, were both rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. The identities of the victims have not been released, and the suspect remains at large.
The police have not yet identified or apprehended the shooter. However, initial investigations suggest that the teenagers might have been acquainted with the assailant. The chaotic scene left behind multiple shell casings of varying calibers, indicating a potentially complex situation that investigators are now piecing together.
Residents in the area expressed their alarm at the incident, noting that the skating rink is a popular spot for young people in the community. “It’s unsettling to think that such violence can happen in a place where kids come to have fun,” said one nearby resident.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to come forward. The investigation is ongoing, and police are keen to gather as much evidence as possible to track down those responsible.
Aurora’s local authorities have increased patrols in the vicinity as a precautionary measure, hoping to reassure the community and prevent any further violence. The public is advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
This incident underscores the growing concern over youth violence in the area, prompting community leaders to call for more proactive measures to engage with young people and prevent such occurrences in the future.
As the investigation unfolds, the community waits anxiously for answers and hopes for a swift resolution to this unsettling event.