Pueblo Man Convicted in 2024 Shooting That Wounded 10-Year-Old With Sentencing Set for Dec. 22

Overview

• Prosecutors say Michael Santistevan was found guilty on two counts of first-degree assault and four counts of first-degree attempted assault.
• A separate trial resulted in a habitual-offender finding, which can increase potential prison time under Colorado law.
• The July 7, 2024 shooting happened at the Casa del Sol apartments in Pueblo as a father and his two daughters searched for a stolen bicycle.
• According to the affidavit, Santistevan fired multiple shots at the family's vehicle as they drove away, and the 10-year-old was shot once in the back and hospitalized.
• The girl's identity is being withheld under Colorado’s Riley’s Law, and sentencing is scheduled for Dec. 22 at 2 p.m., according to the DA’s Office.