02 Jul 2023 | 05:06 AM UTC
US: Ongoing police activity in response to a shooting incident in Colorado Springs, Colo., the evening of July 1
Police responding to a shooting incident in Colorado Springs, Colo., US, the evening of July 1. Tight security, disruptions likely.
Event
Police activity is ongoing following a shooting incident in downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, the evening of July 1. Authorities said they responded to a shooting near Cimarron Street at 20:00 involving a person who was driving, resulting in a car crash near Acacia Park. Police confirmed they have arrested one person but did not confirm if it was related to the incident.
Police have shut down Bijou Street from Tejon Street to Nevada Avenue. Heightened security, as well as localized transport and business disruptions, are likely in the areas over the coming hours as police investigate the incident.
Advice
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Monitor local news sources for more information. Heed the advice of security personnel. Plan for localized transport delays.
