Violent crime near Denver s Union Station so far in 2021 is the highest it s been in six years
Violent crime near Union Station is the highest it s been at this point in the year compared to the last six years, which is as far back as DPD s online crime records go.
and last updated 2021-07-19 20:28:15-04
DENVER Violent crime is on the rise in one of Denver s most popular hangouts. The area surrounding Union Station has seen at least three shootings in under two weeks.
The second happened early Sunday morning near 20th and Market streets. Three people, later identified as brothers, were shot. One of them, 23-year-old Dontre Williams, did not survive.
It happened just a block from Coors Field.
On Monday, crime scene tape can still be found along Market Street as his family awaits to learn more from police. There s ton of video footage in that area. So, you know hopefully we ll be able to get a full story of what actually happened and why it happened,” Newell said.
His family says Dontres’ smile and fun spirit will be missed by those who knew him.
Credit: Family
Dontre Williams (right) and his mother He s a joker – know that he lived life to the fullest. He always had a great time – always had a smile on his face, and really always uplifted the people around him,” Newell said.
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