Colorado Springs, Colo. — A shooting incident at Alta Apartments in Colorado Springs turned into a tense situation on Saturday morning, as police discovered a deceased man with a grenade in his hand. The shooting occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m., prompting immediate response from officers with the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD).
Upon arriving at the scene, law enforcement found the man dead from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. Officers also observed that he was holding a grenade, which led them to take swift precautionary measures. Concerned about the potential threat, police evacuated the apartment complex, clearing nearby units to ensure the safety of residents.
The CSPD Regional Explosive Unit (REU) was called in to handle the situation, given the presence of the grenade. Upon further investigation inside the residence, the REU discovered two additional grenades. Fortunately, the grenades were later deemed non-hazardous, and there were no further threats to public safety.
At this time, the identity of the deceased man has not been released, and police have not disclosed additional details about the circumstances surrounding his death. Investigators are continuing to piece together the events that led to the shooting.
Residents of the complex have been left shaken by the unusual and alarming nature of the situation, but law enforcement’s quick actions ensured that no further harm came to the community. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward.
As the investigation continues, the Colorado Springs Police Department is working to determine the full context of the incident, including any potential links to criminal activity or self-inflicted harm.
