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University of Colorado student killed, another critical, following gunfire at Halloween party
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- Two 19-year-old University of Colorado students were shot late Saturday night after police shut down a Halloween party in Boulder's The Hill area; one student died at Boulder Community Hospital.
- The party was registered with the university and had hundreds of attendees, but was shut down following a noise complaint and police intervention around 10 p.m.
- The shooting occurred around 11:30 p.m. after officers left, reportedly when a group tried to force their way into the house; investigators have identified two persons of interest from video footage.
- Boulder Police and University police are increasing patrols in the area, and investigators are interviewing 20 witnesses while requesting photos and videos from attendees to aid the investigation.
- This marks Boulder’s first homicide of the year, with officials promising a thorough investigation and accountability for those responsible.
