DENVER, Colo. (KOAA) — Nine people were shot in Denver overnight Sunday into Monday morning, according to the Denver Police Department.
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The Denver Police Department reported the shooting happened near East Hampden Avenue and South Dayton Street. The area is on the southeast side of the city. Police posted information about the incident to social media just before 1 a.m. Monday.
Alert: #DPD is investigating a shooting in the 9700 block of E Hampden Ave. Multiple victims transported to a local hospital. Extent of injuries unknown at this time. Investigation is ongoing and officers are working to develop suspect information. #Denver pic.twitter.com/tzxwHbxmhV
— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice) July 20, 2026
An update was provided just after 5 a.m., adding that at least one person had died.
"Evidence suggests at least two people fired shots," police posted to social media. "Circumstances and suspect info under investigation."
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Anyone with information is asked to reach out to Metro Denver Crime Stoppers. No suspect descriptions were shared with the public as of 5:15 a.m. on Monday.
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