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Denver Police Probe Vandalism at LGBTQ+ Sites as Advocates Report Six Attacks

Police have verified two cases after video of an attack at The Center on Colfax prompted a call for tips.

Overview

  • Parasol Patrol said six queer-affirming businesses were targeted Friday and Saturday across Denver, describing a coordinated pattern of intimidation.
  • Denver police confirmed damage at The Center on Colfax and at a business in the 2000 block of South University Boulevard, and said the two verified cases are not believed to be connected.
  • Surveillance from The Center shows a man around 3:20 a.m. using a large rock to strike windows and a glass door before fleeing; tempered glass prevented entry.
  • Affected sites boarded damaged windows with messages of resilience and some plan security upgrades, including adding external cameras and on-site guards.
  • No suspect has been identified, and authorities urge tips to Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867 as local Democratic organizations publicly condemned the incidents.