06/03/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 2, 2026
Officer Involved Shooting 800 Block of E. 5th Street
Pueblo, CO – On June 2, 2026, at approximately 3:29 p.m., Pueblo Police officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Alexander Circle on report of a domestic fight with weapons.
The suspect left prior to officers’ arrival but officers continued to check known addresses for the suspect. Officers responded to the 800 block of E. 5th Street where they located the suspect’s vehicle. When officers attempted to contact him, he fired a gunshot at responding officers.
At approximately 7:41 p.m. the SWAT Team was activated. As SWAT officers arrived in the area, the suspect again fired at law enforcement. Officers returned fire, striking the suspect. The suspect was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The 10th Judicial District CIRT (Critical Incident Response Team), has been activated and will conduct the investigation. Involved officers and dispatchers in the incident have been placed on administrative leave per department policy and procedure.
This is an ongoing investigation, and no other information will be released at this time.
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.
