Aurora Crime Recap: Robberies, DUI Crashes, and Catalytic Converter Thefts Under Investigation

Between August 4 and August 10 in Aurora, Colorado, law enforcement reported several notable incidents drawn from publicly available releases and verified agency postings. According to the Aurora Police Department social channels and regional public-safety aggregators, activity included armed robberies, shootings under investigation, DUI-related crashes, catalytic converter thefts, and felony eluding incidents. Where APD has asked for public assistance, limited suspect information is included.Near East Colfax Avenue and Peoria Street, an armed robbery was reported involving a handgun; the victim alleged the suspect took a wallet and phone before fleeing toward a nearby bus stop. According to Aurora Police, the case remains under investigation with officers canvassing for surveillance video. APD requests tips from anyone who witnessed the suspect running southbound immediately after the incident.Along South Parker Road near Hampden Avenue, a DUI-related crash involved a single vehicle striking a median and light pole, with the driver sustaining minor injuries and refusing medical transport. According to Aurora Police, officers conducted field sobriety testing and initiated a blood draw warrant. The case is under investigation for alleged DUI.In the vicinity of East Alameda Avenue and South Sable Boulevard, a reported aggravated motor vehicle theft involved a running vehicle left unattended outside a business. According to Aurora Police, the vehicle was located later the same day unoccupied in Denver, and APD coordinated recovery with Denver Police. The incident remains under investigation.Around South Tower Road and East Iliff Avenue, a catalytic converter theft was reported from a parked SUV during early morning hours. According to Aurora Police, officers documented cut marks and recovered saw blades nearby. The case is under investigation; APD notes a recent uptick in similar thefts and encourages reporting suspicious late-night cutting or grinding noises.Near I-225 and East 6th Avenue, a felony eluding case began after officers attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle with a stolen plate. According to Aurora Police, the driver allegedly fled at high speed, and the pursuit was terminated for safety; the vehicle was later found abandoned in a residential area. The case remains under investigation.In the area of North Chambers Road and East Smith Road, a shots fired call brought officers who located shell casings and a vehicle with fresh damage consistent with bullet strikes. According to Aurora Police, no victims were located at the scene or local hospitals. The case is under investigation; APD asks nearby businesses with exterior cameras to review footage from late evening hours.Around East Montview Boulevard and Havana Street, a commercial burglary alarm led officers to find forced entry at a storefront and cash drawers disturbed. According to Aurora Police, no suspects were on scene; detectives are reviewing interior video provided by the business. The case remains under investigation.Near South Buckley Road and East Mexico Avenue, a domestic violence-related assault was reported. According to Aurora Police, the alleged offender left prior to officers’ arrival; resources were offered to the victim and a protection order process initiated. The case is under investigation.In the vicinity of East Smoky Hill Road and South Aurora Parkway, an attempted carjacking was reported in a parking lot, with the victim alleging a suspect displayed a knife and demanded the vehicle before fleeing on foot when bystanders approached. According to Aurora Police, officers conducted a K9 track without locating a suspect and are seeking tips from witnesses.Near East 17th Place and Ursula Street, a hit-and-run involving a pedestrian was reported with non-life-threatening injuries. According to Aurora Police, the involved vehicle is