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Pueblo Police Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Suspect Dead After Weapons Call at Drew Dix Park
Description: Pueblo Police say a suspect died after an officer-involved shooting early May 14, 2026, following reports of a fight with weapons at Drew Dix Park. The 10th Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team is investigating...
Officer Involved Shooting - Suspect Deceased
Pueblo, CO – On May 14, 2026, at approximately 12:18 a.m., Pueblo Police Department received multiple reports of a fight with weapons at Drew Dix Park located on Massari Rd.
The individuals involved left the area prior to officer arrival; however, police were able to obtain a description of the suspect vehicle, identified as a van. Officers subsequently located the suspect van with three occupants in the 0-100 block of Carousel Lane.
During the encounter, one of the passengers brandished a handgun and in response, a police officer discharged their weapon. Medical assistance was rendered to the suspect, who was then transported to a local hospital where they were pronounced deceased.
The 10th Judicial District CIRT (Critical Incident Response Team), has been activated and will conduct the investigation. Involved officers in the incident have been placed on administrative leave per department policy, one dispatcher was also placed on leave for this incident.
The Pueblo County Coroner will identify the deceased suspect after appropriate notifications have been made. No additional information will be released at this time by the Pueblo Police Department.
The information contained in this press release is based on preliminary information available at the time of its drafting. The Pueblo Police Department’s understanding of this incident may change as additional evidence is collected, analyzed, and reviewed.
The purpose of this press release is to provide timely information to the public. In consideration of the foregoing, please be advised that any statements expressed herein are subject to change at any time.
