Two young men were injured in a shooting Friday evening in Aurora, Colorado, with one suffering life-threatening injuries.
Authorities are continuing their investigation as the community processes the alarming event.
Shooting Incident in Aurora
Aurora police responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Friday.
Officers arrived at the 18000 block of East Kepner Place, a residential area near the Foxdale Condominiums, to find one victim at the scene.
The shooting shocked neighbors in the typically quiet community near Buckley Space Force Base.
The area was quickly secured as officers began their investigation into what led to the gunfire.
Police have not disclosed whether the location had any specific connection to the victims or if the area was targeted randomly.
The situation remains under investigation.
Two Young Men Injured
The victims were identified as an 18-year-old man and a 20-year-old man, although authorities did not specify which individual sustained the more severe injuries.
The first victim was found at the scene and rushed to a hospital with life-threatening gunshot wounds.
The second victim managed to transport himself to a nearby urgent care clinic before being transferred to a hospital.
Police reported that this individual is in serious condition but stable.
The incident highlights the severity of gun violence in Aurora and has left residents questioning safety in their neighborhood.
Investigation and No Arrests
As of Friday night, no arrests had been made in connection with the shooting.
However, Aurora police have stated that they do not believe there are any outstanding suspects, suggesting that the situation is contained.
Investigators are still working to determine what led to the violence and whether the victims were connected in any way.
The relationship between the two young men remains unclear, and police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
This developing story continues to unfold as the Aurora community seeks answers and accountability.
