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Colorado Supermarket Shooter Deemed Legally Sane but Had Untreated Mental Illness, Lawyers Say

BOULDER, Colo. – Colorado state experts have concluded that Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa, the man accused of killing 10 people at a supermarket in 2021, had untreated mental illness but was deemed legally sane during the attack, according to lawyers on Tuesday. At a court hearing, it was disclosed that Alissa’s sanity evaluation conducted at the state mental hospital revealed the role of untreated mental illness in the tragic incident. The defense stated that Alissa …

Man accused in Colorado supermarket massacre found to have untreated mental illness, deemed legally sane at time of attack

BOULDER, Colo. – State experts have determined that the man accused of the tragic shooting that took the lives of 10 individuals at a Colorado supermarket in 2021 had untreated mental illness. Despite this, the experts found that the man, Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa, was legally sane at the time of the attack. This revelation came to light during a court hearing where Alissa, accompanied by his relatives and dressed in a jail uniform with …

Colorado Bureau of Investigation declares Suzanne Morphew’s death a homicide after completing autopsy report

Salida, Colorado – The Colorado Bureau of Investigation has recently released the autopsy report for Suzanne Morphew, revealing that her death has been classified as a homicide. The report indicates that her death was caused by a combination of butorphanol, azaperone, and medetomidine intoxication. CBI Director Chris Schaefer emphasized the importance of following the evidence in seeking justice for Suzanne’s death. Morphew’s remains were discovered in September 2023 in the Moffat area of Saguache County, …

Former Colorado Sheriff’s Deputy Convicted in Shooting Death of 22-Year-Old Man Seeking Help

A former Colorado sheriff’s deputy’s recent conviction has sparked discussions around police crisis intervention and use of force. The deputy, Andrew Buen, faced charges in the shooting death of 22-year-old Christian Glass, who had sought help after his car got stuck in a small mountain community. While Buen was acquitted of second-degree murder and official misconduct, he was found guilty of reckless endangerment. The incident, which occurred in 2022, attracted national attention and raised concerns …

Bipartisan Legislation Aims to Fund School Safety Hotline for Colorado Students

Denver, Colorado – Amid growing concerns about school safety, Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper joined state legislative leaders in a bipartisan effort to discuss the implementation of the Safe2Tell Act. This crucial measure aimed to provide funding and resources for a successful school danger hotline in response to the tragic Columbine high school massacre. The act established an anonymous platform for K-12 students to report safety issues such as planned shootings, bullying, and suicides to authorities. …

Colorado Man Suspected in Fatal Explosion Found Dead near Leadville

Palisade, Colorado – A tragic incident unfolded in Mesa County, Colorado, as a deadly explosion at an apartment complex in Palisade claimed the life of an 18-year-old resident, Kloey Weythman. The suspected culprit behind the explosion, 29-year-old Andrew Alderman, was later found deceased at a fishing access near Leadville, according to the Lake County Coroner’s Office. Reports indicate that the explosion at the ground-floor apartment on Iowa Avenue in Palisade led to a devastating fire …

Tragic Murder-Suicide Claims 7-Year-Old’s Life in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, Colorado – A tragic incident unfolded in Colorado on Sunday when the Colorado Springs Police responded to a shooting and discovered a man and child dead. The investigation revealed that the man had killed the child before taking his own life, according to the authorities. The heartbreaking discovery of the murder-suicide sent shockwaves through the community, prompting an outpouring of grief and condolences for the victims. The motives behind such a heinous act …

Colorado House Passes Bill to Ban Sale of Semiautomatic Firearms in State

DENVER, Colorado – The Colorado State House, controlled by Democrats, pushed through a bill this past Sunday aimed at prohibiting the sale and transfer of semiautomatic firearms. The passage of this bill marks a significant advancement for the proposed legislation, especially considering a similar bill was swiftly rejected by Democrats the previous year. The bill, approved with a 35-27 vote, now moves to the Democratic-led state Senate for further consideration. If approved there, Colorado could …

Colorado Inmate Awarded $1.1 Million Settlement in Brutal Prison Attack Case

Denver, Colorado – John Snorsky, a prison inmate serving a 30-year sentence for attempted kidnapping, recently received a $1.1 million settlement from the Colorado Department of Corrections. This settlement marks one of the largest agreements between an inmate and the state’s corrections department. In a federal lawsuit, Snorsky alleged that DOC employees failed to protect him from a violent prison gang after he agreed to assist investigators in a murder case within the prison system. …

Man accused in downtown Colorado Springs explosion progresses in legal case

Colorado Springs, CO: The case against the man accused of causing an explosion in downtown Colorado Springs is progressing as authorities gather evidence and build their case. The incident, which occurred recently in the city’s bustling downtown area, has raised concerns among residents and officials alike. The explosion, which shook buildings and startled passersby, resulted in extensive damage to nearby structures and left many questioning the safety and security of the area. Authorities have been …