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Two Killed, Three Injured in Christmas Eve Shooting at Aurora Apartment Complex

Police call it an acquaintances-only incident, urging tips to Metro Denver Crime Stoppers.

Overview

  • Officers responded around 9:30 p.m. Wednesday to the 1800 block of Billings Street after reports of gunfire.
  • The deceased are a 41-year-old woman and a 17-year-old male, while three others suffered nonfatal wounds.
  • Preliminary findings indicate the shooting occurred among people who knew one another, with the motive under investigation.
  • No suspect information has been released and no arrests have been made, according to Aurora police.
  • Metro Denver Crime Stoppers is taking anonymous tips at 720-913-7867 with a $2,000 reward for eligible information, and the Adams County Coroner will release the victims’ identities.