Last Saturday morning in the area of East Iliff Avenue near the Cherry Creek Spillway Crossing, a 12-year-old boy was fatally struck while riding an electric scooter in a marked crosswalk. Aurora Police Detectives state the child had activated the signal to stop traffic when he was hit by a 19-year-old driver, identified as Christopher Ramirez-Rodriguez. The driver remained on scene and cooperated. Investigators report that alcohol or drug impairment is not suspected, though distracted driving may have been a factor. The driver received a summons for careless driving resulting in death. The case is being referred to the 18th Judicial District Attorney for formal charges, and the incident remains under investigation. According to Aurora Police, anyone with information is encouraged to call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867.A separate incident earlier in the week involved a fatal crash at a major intersection. Police indicate an 18-year-old driver allegedly ran a red light, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. The driver was arrested at the scene, and the investigation remains active. At this time, Aurora Police have not released a request for public assistance regarding suspect identification.In North Aurora, a motor vehicle theft was reported near the Sable Ridge neighborhood late on Monday night. Aurora Police confirm the vehicle was later recovered in an adjacent jurisdiction. The case is under investigation; no arrests have been made, and no further details were released.A burglary was reported in the vicinity of East Colfax Avenue and Chambers Road during the early hours of Tuesday. Unknown suspects allegedly entered a closed business by forcing entry through a rear door and removed electronic merchandise. The case remains open and under investigation.Midweek, police responded to a report of shots fired near the intersection of Peoria Street and East 6th Avenue. Witnesses reported seeing a dark sedan fleeing the area. Aurora Police have not confirmed any injuries. Officers are continuing to canvass for witnesses and surveillance footage.On Thursday, Aurora Police conducted a traffic stop near the Town Center at Aurora, resulting in the arrest of an adult male for alleged possession of a controlled substance. The arrest was made without incident. The investigation is ongoing, and the suspect’s name has not been released.Several summonses for non-violent offenses, such as shoplifting and disorderly conduct, were issued citywide throughout the week. These cases are pending further court proceedings according to docket information from the Colorado Judicial Branch.There have been no official requests from Aurora Police for public assistance regarding any suspects except for the fatal scooter incident. For listeners, the most notable trend this week is the continued concern with traffic safety, particularly involving speeding and disregard for traffic controls around crosswalks and intersections.If you have information about any of these or other incidents, contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867. For emergencies, dial 911.Thank you for tuning in and be sure to subscribe for your daily crime digest. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
Last Saturday morning in the area of East Iliff Avenue near the Cherry Creek Spillway Crossing, a 12-year-old boy was fatally struck while riding an electric scooter in a marked crosswalk. Aurora Police Detectives state the child had activated the signal to stop traffic when he was hit by a 19-year-old driver, identified as Christopher Ramirez-Rodriguez. The driver remained on scene and cooperated. Investigators report that alcohol or drug impairment is not suspected, though distracted driving m...