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Man allegedly fired gun at motorist from vehicle in area of popular outdoor recreation spot

By Spencer McKee August 4, 2025 | updated 1 day ago

Photo: West Metro Fire Rescue.

Photo: West Metro Fire Rescue.

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Multiple suspects were arrested in Colorado’s Jefferson County this weekend after someone allegedly fired a handgun at someone in another vehicle while traveling along U.S. 6 near Tunnel 1. This road travels through Clear Creek Canyon, which is a popular spot for outdoor recreation in the Golden area.

According to a report from the sheriff’s office, a call about the incident that took place on U.S. 6 was received at about 8 a.m. on August 2, with the caller describing the driver as erratic. The suspect’s vehicle was soon located by a sheriff’s deputy, but the suspect allegedly fled an attempted traffic stop, continuing eastbound on U.S. 6 and then turning onto Highway 93 southbound toward a residential area in Golden.

Authorities say the pursuit led to Heritage Road, with authorities attempting to block the suspect’s escape route. This failed to work, with the suspect then heading into a nearby apartment complex where the suspect and another person allegedly exited the vehicle to throw items into a pond.

After the driver and the other individual re-entered the vehicle and attempted to leave, a high-risk stop was conducted by authorities and suspects were taken into custody. Thankfully, no one was injured in the high-speed chase.

Suspects face charges of attempted first-degree murder (extreme indifference), attempted second-degree assault, felony menacing, felony eluding, obstruction, resisting arrest, reckless driving, and tampering with evidence, among other things. One suspect also faces a charge of possession of a weapon by a previous offender.

West Metro Fire Rescue later responded to the pond at the apartment complex to assist in finding whatever items were tossed. The water of the pond was about three feet deep, but also had about two feet of mud on its bottom. The mud posed issues with utilizing an underwater camera and ultimately divers entered the water to complete the search. 

Multiple handguns, rifles, and ammunition were recovered in the area where the suspects allegedly tossed items.

All charges are merely accusations. All suspects are to be considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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