One person is dead and one has been arrested following a shooting at the El Paso County Courthouse in Colorado Springs on Thursday morning.
According to police, the shooting occurred just after 10 a.m. at the courthouse located at 270 South Tejon Street. When officers arrived, they found one person dead from an apparent gunshot wound. A second person was taken into custody, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
The identities of those involved have not been released.
Police are still investigating the incident, but they believe that the victim and the suspect knew each other.
This Is The Second Deadly Shooting In Colorado Springs In As Many Days.
On Wednesday, a man was shot and killed in a road rage incident on Interstate 25.
The recent violence has raised concerns about the level of gun violence in Colorado Springs.
Police Chief Vince Baldo Has Called For A Community Effort To Address The Issue.
“We need to work together to reduce the level of gun violence in our city,” Baldo said. “We need to have a conversation about gun safety and we need to hold those who commit these crimes accountable.”
The Shooting At The El Paso County Courthouse Is A Tragedy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim’s family and friends. We also hope for a speedy recovery for the injured person.
This Incident Is A Reminder Of The Importance Of Gun Safety.
We urge everyone to be responsible gun owners and to store their firearms safely. We also encourage everyone to speak up if they see someone who may be a danger to themselves or others.