COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – A shooting at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs has left two people dead, prompting a campus lockdown and closure over the weekend. The shooting, which occurred in a dorm room, is being investigated as a homicide, with few details released by the police department.
Campus police were alerted to the shooting just before 6 a.m., with Colorado Springs police taking over the investigation at the request of the campus police department. Authorities have not confirmed whether any suspects have been identified or if any arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
The two victims found in the dorm room have not been officially identified, and their status as students at the university has not been confirmed. The El Paso County Coroner will determine their official cause of death and release their names at a later date.
In response to the shooting, the campus was closed and all university activities, including classes, meetings, and events, were canceled through the weekend. Campus officials also announced the availability of counselors and mental health support for students, faculty, and staff affected by the tragic event.
At a news conference, officials expressed condolences for the victims’ families and emphasized the university community’s shock and grief at the loss of two lives. Police have urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist with the investigation.
The shooting has left the campus community reeling from the tragedy, with the chancellor acknowledging the overwhelming sense of grief and the impact of violence on the campus and its residents. As investigations continue, campus officials are working to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone affected by the incident.
This remains an ongoing investigation, and authorities continue to urge anyone with information related to the shooting to contact the police department or the Crime Stoppers Tip Line. As the university community mourns the loss of two lives, support and resources are being made available to those in need.