In Greeley, Colorado, a man has been taken into custody and accused of murder and domestic violence for allegedly shooting a woman to death early on a Sunday morning.
Around 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, officers with the Greeley Police Department responded to reports of a shooting along the 300 block of 9th Avenue.
Upon the arrival of law enforcement at the scene, they discovered a 24-year-old woman who had sustained at least one gunshot wound. Despite their efforts to revive her and the prompt transportation to a hospital, the woman succumbed to her injuries. At present, the victim remains unidentified.
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The authorities apprehended Gabriel Esparza, aged 23, as the prime suspect in the case. He was placed under arrest and detained at the Weld County Jail on charges including first-degree murder, illegal possession of a firearm due to past offenses, and domestic violence allegations.
Anybody who has information on this case is asked to contact Det. Shea at 970-381-1265 or [email protected].
Greeley police said no other information will be released Monday.
