Denver DA McCann Responds to the Death of George Floyd and Denver Protests
DENVER—In response to the death of George Floyd and three nights of violent protests in which Denver Police officers were injured, Denver District Attorney Beth McCann issued the following statement: “I share in the outrage and grief flowing through our beloved city over the killing of George Floyd. The video of his death is incredibly…
Read MoreDenver DA Charges Juvenile with Murder in Stabbing Death
DENVER—After being stabbed multiple times to his neck, chest and abdomen, Ramon Perez (age 55) was found dead in an alley at 9th and Federal on May 9, 2020. Today, Denver DA Beth McCann announced that 16-year old Joe Anthony Juarez-Brambila is being charged as an adult with his murder. Methodical investigative work by Denver…
Read MoreDenver DA Charges Edgar Trujillo in Parking Lot Attack
DENVER—Denver District Attorney Beth McCann filed murder charges last week against 25-year old Edgar Trujillo. Trujillo is alleged to have punched the adult male victim on Monday, May 18, 2020. This blow caused the victim to fall and hit his head in the parking lot of the Western Motor Inn at 47th and Vasquez Boulevard…
Read MoreDenver DA Charges Edward Sandoval in Mother’s Day Homicide
DENVER—An altercation on Mother’s Day resulted in the shooting death of Dennis Lozoya (age 38) for which Denver District Attorney Beth McCann yesterday filed charges against Edward Sandoval (age 20). The incident occurred in the 5400 block of N. Odessa Street that Sunday evening. Witnesses reported seeing Sandoval with a rifle prior to the shooting…
Read MoreDenver DA Charges George Magee with Murder and Assault of His Neighbors
DENVER—Today, the Denver District Attorney filed murder and other charges against 50-year old George Magee for an incident that occurred on May 3, 2020 in the 900 block of Clay Street. After an altercation with his neighbors, Magee is alleged to have shot and killed Billy Williams (age 41). He is also alleged to have…
Read MoreDenver DA Charges Woman with Murder for Incident on Colorado State Capitol Grounds
DENVER—On May 2, 2020, Denver Department and Colorado State Patrol officers responded to multiple reports of an assault occurring on the grounds of Colorado’s State Capitol. Today, the Denver District Attorney is announcing that Stephanie Martinez (age 36) is charged in that incident which left one man dead. Eye-witness accounts and video footage led to…
Read MoreBrianna Casias the “Glamour Shot Bandit” Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Robbery
DENVER—Brianna Casias (age 20) who was known as the “Glamour Shot Bandit” pleaded guilty today to aggravated robbery (F3). In May 2019, the Denver District Attorney charged Casias with attempting to rob eight Denver-area banks. Casias is scheduled for sentencing on May 18, 2020. Her case number is 19CR03546. -30-
Read MoreWoman Charged by Denver DA with Theft from an At-Risk Senior (Gust)
DENVER—Elizabeth Daniels (age 29) of Aurora was charged by the Denver District Attorney with theft of an at-risk senior. Daniels was providing care to 86-year old Barbara Gust, and is alleged to have stolen and pawned her diamond engagement ring several days before Ms. Gust’s death. Daniels is also accused of stealing Gust’s credit card,…
Read MoreDA Beth McCann Comments on Sentencing of Arsonist Todd Perkins
DENVER—After being found guilty of intentionally causing an explosion at an apartment complex in Denver’s Baker neighborhood, Todd Norman Perkins was sentenced today by Denver District Court Judge John Madden. In January, a Denver jury found Perkins guilty of five counts of attempted first degree murder, seven counts of attempted first degree assault, one count…
Read MoreDenver DA Reminds Community to Safely Secure Firearms
DENVER—Today, Denver District Attorney Beth McCann reminded the community to ensure all guns are out of the reach of children and teens by securely storing their firearms. As more people are purchasing firearms, gun owners are urged to not leave their firearms in vehicles and to always store their guns locked, unloaded and separate from…
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