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UPDATE: Through diligent investigative work Joseph D. McCaughin (DOB 10-20-00) was arrested in the State of Georgia. We are not releasing a photo at this time due to the ongoing investigation. We ask the media to help us by not releasing any photos of the suspect at this time to ensure any possible witnesses are not unduly influenced. A booking photo will be released when the investigation has concluded.
On May 6, 2019, around 5:50 P.M., Aurora Police Officers responded to 4700 South Memphis Street, near Wagon Trail Park, on reports of a shooting. Officers quickly arrived and observed bystanders tending to an injured male who was suffering from a gunshot wound. This teenage juvenile male was transported to a nearby hospital where he tragically succumbed to his injuries.
Positive identification of the victim, and notification of the next-of-kin, will be done by the Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office.
The suspect is still at-large and is described as a late teens, early 20’s, white male that is skinny and 5’10’’. This male was last seen wearing a black hoodie and black jeans. We are reminding residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to our dispatch center.
The Aurora Police Department Major Crimes/Homicide Unit is conducting the investigation. We ask anyone who was a witness, or has information about this homicide, to please call Aurora Police Agent Chad Lampson at 303-739-6013. Tipsters can also remain anonymous, and be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000, by contacting Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867).
This is tragically the 3rd homicide of 2019 that involves a juvenile being senselessly killed. With the summer months approaching, we are pleading to the parents of our community to have the tough conversations with their children and know where your children are and who they are with. It should be everyone’s responsibly to ensure that none of our children fall victim to anymore of this futile violence.
Officer Matthew Longshore
Public Information Officer
Aurora Police Department
720-432-5095
CORRECTION: The date of this tragic event was May 14, 2019 and not May 24, 2019 as previously reported.
On May 24, 2019 at 7:26 P.M. Aurora Police Officers responded to the 9000 block of East 16th Avenue on reports of a possible dead person in the area.
Upon officers arrival they located a victim sitting in a vehicle suffering from an unknown injury. The victim, an adult male in his 30's, was pronounced at the scene.
Positive identification of the victim, and notification of the next-of-kin will be done by the Adams County Coroner’s Office. The Coroner will also determine the cause of death.
This is now being investigated by the Aurora Police Major Crimes/Homicide Unit. We ask anyone who may be a witness, or has information about this homicide, to please call Aurora Police Agent Huber at 303-739-6090. Tipsters can also remain anonymous, and be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000 by contacting Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720) 913- STOP (7867).
Officer Anthony Camacho
Public Information Officer
Aurora Police Department
720-432-5095
On May 11th, 2019 at 00:03 am, Aurora Officers and rescue personnel were dispatched to the 14700 block of East Smith Road on the report a person in the roadway with significant injuries
It was determined this scene was the result of a motor vehicle collision. The male party was pronounced deceased at the scene. This incident is still under investigation and the identity of the pedestrian is not being released at this time pending notification of next of kin.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Aurora Police Department Traffic Section or:
Sergeant Mike Douglass
Aurora Traffic Section
303-739-6293
DATE: May 21, 2019
NATURE: RESCHEDULE 2019 Fallen Police Officer Memorial
Due to anticipated inclement weather tomorrow during this previously scheduled event, the 2019 Fallen Police Officer Memorial ceremony will now take place on Tuesday May 21st, 2019 at noon until approximately 1:30 p.m. in the Memorial Courtyard of the Aurora Municipal Center (AMC) Campus.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused anyone, and do hope you can join us during much improved weather on Tuesday May 21st, 2019 at noon.
Crystal McCoy
Media Relations Unit
720-432-5095
previously released May 8, 2019:
DATE: May 9, 2019
CONTACT: Officer Crystal McCoy
(303) 432-5095
NATURE: 2019 Fallen Police Officer Memorial
The Chief of Police would like to announce the Aurora Police Department’s 2019 Fallen Police Officer Memorial. We will be honoring the lives of the following Aurora Police Officers who died in the line of duty:
Patrolwoman Debra Sue Corr EOW 6/27/81
Patrolman Thomas Dietzman Jr. EOW 8/16/85
Agent Edward Hockom EOW 9/21/87
Agent Michael Del Thomas EOW 9/30/06
Police Officer Doug Byrne EOW 3/26/07
Additionally, we will be honoring the lives of all of the Colorado Fallen Officers that have died in the line of duty since May of 2017 which include:
Las Animas County Sheriff's Office Sergeant Matthew Troy Moreno EOW 12/12/18
Colorado State Patrol Corporal Daniel H. Groves EOW 3/13/19
The public, law enforcement agencies and families of the fallen, as well as media are invited to attend this ceremony. The ceremony will include the Aurora Police Honor Guard, Jake Schroeder singing the National Anthem, and a Blue Rose Presentation by Brotherhood for the Fallen.
The ceremony will take place on Thursday May 9, 2019 at noon until approximately 1:30 p.m. in the Memorial Courtyard of the Aurora Municipal Center (AMC) Campus.
We ask all attendees to plan ahead for weather, parking and extended periods of time for standing as limited seating is available.
The media is asked to contact Officer Crystal McCoy at [email protected] if they are planning on attending. Interviews will be provided at the end of the ceremony.
Crystal McCoy
Media Relations Unit
720-432-5095
On May 2nd at 8:44 PM, Aurora Police and Aurora Fire Rescue (AFR) responded to a rollover crash on westbound 32nd Pkwy west of Himalaya. There they found that a Penske delivery truck had run off the right side of the road and overturned. The male driver and lone occupant, was ejected and trapped under the vehicle as it rolled. The driver was extracted from under the vehicle by AFR and declared deceased. Distracted driving as well as a failure to wear a seat belt are factors being investigated in this crash by the Aurora Police Traffic Section.
The identity of the driver is not being released at this time. It may be released by the Adams County Coroner’s Office at a later date.
Chris Carleton
Sergeant, Aurora Police Department
Traffic Section
6 N. Abilene St.
Aurora, CO 80011
Office: 303-739-6243
On Sunday April 28th, 2019 at 6:56 p.m. Aurora Police Officers responded to a reported stabbing in the 14800 block of East Kentucky Drive.
Upon officers arrival they located an adult male victim suffering from a stab wound. The male was transported to an area hospital where tragically he succumbed to his injuries.
All involved parties have been identified, and no one is in custody at this time. This was an isolated incident, and we are not looking for any suspects. No further information is known at this time as the investigation is still active and ongoing.
Positive identification of the victim will be made by the Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office after the next-of-kin has been notified.
This is being investigated by the Aurora Police Major Crimes/Homicide Unit. We ask anyone who may be a witness, or has information about this homicide, to please call Aurora Police Agent Jamie Krieger at 303.739.6113. Tipsters can also remain anonymous, and be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000 by contacting Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at (720) 913- STOP (7867).
Officer Crystal McCoy
Public Information Officer
Aurora Police Department
On April 24th, 2019 at 6:20 p.m. the Aurora Police Department responded to a traffic crash on East Montview Boulevard at Elmira Street. Upon officers arrival they discovered a vehicle fled from the scene after striking an elderly Hispanic male pedestrian, who later succumbed to his injuries.
A Medina Alert was issued on April 25th, 2019, which led to a citizen notifying police of the location of the vehicle that fled the scene. Officers located the silver 2002 Toyota Camry near an auto body shop in the 1400 block of Ironton Street on April 26, 2019. The auto body shop has been cooperative throughout the investigation.
Today, April 26th, 2019, the driver of the vehicle has since been arrested and identified as Sandra Navarro DOB 06/22/1984. A booking photo has been included with this press release.
Navarro is being charged with the following Colorado Revised Statutes in the 17th Judicial District:
42-4-1601(1), (2)(c) Hit and Run Involving Death, Felony
18-8-610(1)(a) Tampering With Physical Evidence, Felony
We continue to ask for anyone who witnessed this fatal crash, or has any information related to it, please call Detective Steve Chinn at 303.739.6342.
Any additional media inquires should be directed to the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office Public Information Officer Sue Lindsay at 303.835.5639.
Crystal McCoy
Media Relations Unit
720-432-5095
previously released on April 26, 2019:
The Aurora Police Department (APD) and our Traffic Section is relieved to announce the suspect vehicle involved in the deadly hit-and-run on East Montview Boulevard and Elmira Street on April 24th, 2019, has been located and an adult female suspect is in custody.
Thanks to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI), a Medina Alert was activated on April 25th, 2019. Denver Metro Crime Stoppers (DMCS) then aided our investigation by offering a reward of up to $2,000.00 for tips related to this incident. Thanks to CBI, DMCS and a keen citizen, the suspect vehicle was located today, Friday April 26, 2019. Subsequently, an adult female suspect was arrested at approximately 5:20 p.m. by APD.
The citizen, who wishes to remain anonymous, observed the suspect vehicle in an alley in the 1400 Block of Ironton Street near an auto repair shop this morning, and immediately notified APD.
We can now confirm the suspect vehicle is a silver 2002 Toyota Camry, registered to an address in Aurora. Until all necessary investigative steps have been completed, no further information will be released regarding the suspect vehicle, or the registered owner. With this update, APD has requested CBI cancel the Medina Alert.
APD Traffic Detectives will consult with the 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office to determine formal charges. Once a determination of formal charges are made the identity of the driver being charged, and applicable charges will be publicly released.
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Tragically, nine lives have been claimed on our roadways in Aurora in just four short months, three of which were pedestrians struck and killed by vehicles. All fatalities are preventable. Help us saves lives, and JUST DRIVE.
We would like to especially thank everyone who took the time to call with information about this tragic accident and tips related to the suspect vehicle.
We continue to ask for anyone who witnessed this fatal crash, or has any information related to it, please call Detective Steve Chinn at 303.739.6342.
Crystal McCoy
Media Relations Unit
720-432-5095
previously released April 24, 2019:
On April 24th, 2019 at 6:20 p.m., a collision involving a motor vehicle and a pedestrian in the area of East Montview Boulevard and North Elmira Street was reported to Aurora Police Dispatch. Upon arrival, Rescue Personnel and Police found the pedestrian with serious injuries. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital and despite life saving efforts, was later declared deceased.
The identity of the pedestrian is not being released at this time.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Aurora Police Department Traffic Section or:
Sergeant Mike Douglass
Aurora Police Traffic Section
303-739-6293
This will be the 9th traffic related fatality in Aurora for 2019.
UPDATE: During the investigation the Aurora Police Department Major Crimes/Homicide Unit learned the deceased was involved in an incident in the City and County of Denver which appears to be related to his death. The investigation is being turned over to the Denver Police Department and further inquiries should be directed to them.
On April 19, 2019 officers responded to the 12600 block of East Exposition Dr for a welfare check.
Once in the area officers located a vehicle with what appeared to be a deceased male inside. Medical personnel responded and the male was pronounced at the scene.
This is an active investigations and detectives are diligently working to gather clues and evidence.
We ask anyone who has information to call Agt. Chad Lampson at 303-739-6013. People who wish to remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward can call the Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867).
The Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office will determine the cause of death and will release the name of the deceased after notification of next of kin.
Officer Anthony Camacho
Public Information Officer
Aurora Police Department
720-432-5095
UPDATE: The Aurora Police Department Major Crimes/Homicide Unit is announcing an arrest in the fatal stabbing on East Colfax Avenue that left one man dead the evening of April 17th, 2019.
Matthew Nagel (DOB 01-04-1991) was arrested for Murder in the First Degree (CRS 18-3-102).
In order to protect the integrity of the prosecution of the case, the Aurora Police Department is unable to provide any further details at this time. Further media inquiries will be referred to the 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office.
Officer Matthew Longshore
Public Information Officer
Aurora Police Department
720-432-5095
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Information Previously Released on April 17, 2019:
On April 17th, 2019 around 07:59 P.M., officers responded to 9801 East Colfax Avenue on reports of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male that was suffering from a stab wound. Officers attempted to provide life saving measures and the male was immediately transported to the hospital. Tragically, the male has succumbed to his injuries.
While canvasing the area for evidence, witnesses, and suspects, a male was located and is being considered a person of interest. This male is currently being questioned about his involvement. He has not been officially arrested and his identity is not being released at this time.
Positive identification of the victim, and notification of the next-of-kin, will be done by the Adams County Coroner’s Office.
The Aurora Police Department Major Crimes/Homicide Unit is conducting the investigation. We ask anyone who was a witness, or has information about this homicide, to please call Aurora Police Agent Heath Graw at 303-739-6213. Tipsters can also remain anonymous, and be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000 by contacting Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-STOP (7867).
Officer Matthew Longshore
Public Information Officer
Aurora Police Department
720-432-5095
Aurora Colorado
April 17th, 2019
On March 18th, 2019, Patrol Officers from the City of Aurora responded to a 2 vehicle collision at the intersection of E. Iliff Ave., and S. Tower Rd. It was determined that the at fault vehicle, being driven by an adult female, was eastbound on E. Iliff ave., and failed to stop for a red light.
The at fault vehicle was then hit broadside by a vehicle traveling north on S. Tower Rd, which was being driven by a 56 year old male, in generally poor health. This male was transported to a local hospital with a fractured pelvis.
On 04/03/19 the 56 year old male died at the hospital. The Arapahoe County Coroners office was notified and began their investigation, as did the Aurora Police Traffic Investigation Unit. On 04/15/19 the Aurora Police Department was notified by the Coroners office that the decedent died as a result of complications of injuries sustained in the crash.
The original charges issued to the at fault driver will be amended accordingly.
Speed and / or impairment do not appear to be a factor in this investigation.
No further information will be released at this time.
Sergeant Mark Elliot
Aurora Police Department
Traffic Investigations Unit Supervisor
303-739-6202
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