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Edgewater Officer Shoots, Wounds Suspect in Wheat Ridge

Police say the investigation remains in its early stages with more details to come.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred just before noon near West 32nd Avenue and Pierce Street in Wheat Ridge, according to officials.
  • One suspect was taken to a hospital, and no officers were injured.
  • Edgewater police said the encounter began in their city before moving to the Wheat Ridge intersection.
  • The department reported that one Edgewater officer was involved, while the suspect's identity and what led to the shooting have not been released.
  • Chief Randy McNitt said updates will follow as investigators gather information, and CBS Colorado noted it is unclear whether any Wheat Ridge officers were involved.