18-year-old shot, killed in Greenwood Village
DENVER (KDVR) — An 18-year-old was shot and killed near a high school in Greenwood Village, according to a new autopsy report.
On April 27, Greenwood Village Police officers were called to the area of East Union Avenue near Cherry Creek High School on reports of a deceased person.
On Wednesday, the police department provided an update on the case after receiving the autopsy report.
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The 18th Judicial District Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office determined that 18-year-old Jose Angel Hernandez died of gunshot wounds. His death is being investigated as a homicide.
Police said Hernandez was a former student at Aurora Central High School.
While the deadly shooting happened near Cherry Creek High, investigators believe the location was random and is not connected to the school or surrounding area.
Police have not released any information on a suspect or if anyone is in custody.
Greenwood police confirmed there is no threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing.
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