Wheat Ridge Police Officer Shoots, Kills Suspect, Investigation Underway

A Wheat Ridge Police officer shot and killed a suspect wanted on a felony warrant on Thursday afternoon near West 32nd Avenue and Youngfield Street. The officer recognized the suspect while patrolling, and after the suspect fled on foot, a struggle ensued, leading to the officer shooting the suspect, who was later pronounced dead at a hospital. The officer was not injured during the confrontation. The police department has not released details about the suspect’s warrant or the altercation, and the First Judicial District Attorney’s Office is investigating the shooting. Authorities have asked the public to avoid the area near Interstate 70 during the investigation. This remains a developing story with further updates expected.