Suspect in custody after active shooter incident at Broomfield apartments in Colorado

A suspect was arrested following an active shooter situation at Arista Flats Apartments in Broomfield, near Denver.

A suspect involved in an active shooter situation at Arista Flats Apartments in Broomfield, Colorado, was taken into custody on Thursday morning. 

Shots were fired around 8 a.m. at the apartment complex, located near the 1stBank Center and UCHealth Broomfield Hospital. Broomfield police confirmed at 10:12 a.m. that the area had been secured, with the suspect detained.

Authorities reported that one unidentified victim has been hospitalized, though their condition has not yet been disclosed. Police, fire crews, and other emergency responders remained on the scene as of late morning. The surrounding neighborhood had been advised to shelter in place during the incident.

The SUSPECT is in CUSTODY. The scene is now SECURE. Suspect and one victim transported to a local hospital. Conditions unknown. https://t.co/BRkbqMXtAP

— Broomfield Police (@BroomfieldPD) September 12, 2024

Residents Anthony Rurp and Jennifer Komperda, who live in the building across from where the shooter was located, were out walking their dogs when the gunfire erupted. “He was firing indiscriminately,” Rurp said. “It was wild shooting.” The couple was evacuated upon returning to their building, and they described the experience as "surreal."

Nearby, Jefferson Academy Secondary School remained on secure status, while two RTD bus routes, 120 and 112, were detoured to avoid the police activity in the area.

Police have yet to reveal the motive behind the shooting and are expected to provide further updates.