On Tues. Feb. 28, the Pueblo County Coroner identified the victim as 34-year-old Heather Duran. Last year, there were a total of 14 homicides reported by the Pueblo Police Department during 2020. Only the suspect would know why he chose today to commit this violent crime, he said. The Pueblo County Coroner's Office identified the deceased man as Lerma, 37, and stated the apparent cause of death is gunshot wounds after the office informed Lerma's next of kin. Yet another incident was brought to the attention of authorities in Brea, where crime scene tape blocked off the entire parking lot outside of the 7-Eleven on West Lambert Road. / KCAL News. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Information that leads to a felony arrest could qualify its submitting party for a cash reward. First published on July 11, 2022 / 4:49 AM. A Colorado sheriffs office has drawn outrage after it awarded a deputy a Purple Heart for injuries sustained last year during a fatal with a man at a middle school while students were being discharged. At one point, there was heavy police activity on Lake and Highland where police believed they had a suspect contained, but no arrests were made. The Pueblo Police Department (PPD) was investigating the deaths of two people who were found inside a truck Monday morning. March 1, 2023 at 8:10 a.m. Pueblo County Sheriffs deputies shot and killed a man in a home after shots were fired near North Mesa Elementary School Tuesday afternoon. Officers responding to reported gunfire at a 7-Eleven in that city and found a man dead in the parking lot with one gunshot wound in his upper torso, according to Sgt. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. KRDO NewsChannel 13 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation. The second shooting occurred around 3:20 a.m., about 24 miles (39 kilometers) away, in Santa Ana, authorities said. This time last year Pueblo had already experienced three homicides. Feb. 27, 2023, 12:32 PM PST. A driver passing by stopped and took him the rest of the way. Some people are upset at the way iPhones charge. That victim was later airlifted to Colorado Springs and was in critical condition at last update. PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) -- The name of the man killed in a shooting outside a Pueblo grocery store was released Tuesday. You can submit an anonymous tip at pueblocrimestoppers.com or by calling 542-7867.Luke Lyons is the news director of The Pueblo Chieftain. While an autopsy still needs to be conducted, detectives said they are investigating the shooting as a homicide. Fred All rights reserved. Officers provided life-saving measures to the man at the scene until he could be transported to the hospital. We are now on national news and it is embarrassing for this community, one person wrote. One person was killed and another was wounded. Victim in shooting outside Pueblo King Soopers IDd; police still looking for vehicle of interest. Dispatch then said that a shooting had just happened in that area, and there were multiple victims. Police were called to the Santa Ana police said 24-year-old Matthew Rule of Santa Ana was fatally shot. There is no information on the suspects at this time. Here's why. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. PUEBLO, Colo. (KKTV) - A 79-year-old man has been identified as the victim killed in a shooting outside a Pueblo grocery store last week. Less than an hour later, officers in neighboring La Habra were sent to a reported robbery at a 7-Eleven. Justin Reutter. Surveillance video shows the suspect dropping items believed to be the victims belongings as he fled, Lopez said. They sat and watched as they executed her son, Killerman said. Contests & Promotions, 2023, Pikes Peak Television, Inc. Colorado Springs, CO, USA, Victims of catalytic converter theft in Colorado could be eligible for financial help, Investigation underway for officer-involved shooting in east Pueblo County, Jurors will visit the Moselle estate, where Alex Murdaughs wife and son were killed. Sky2 over the crime scene at the Santa Ana 7-11 on N. Spurgeon St. and 17th St. A victim was found inside a residence and transported to the hospital with serious injuries which he later succumbed to. According to RPD, the customer was taken to a nearby hospital in grave condition. One person is dead after a Nov. 25 shooting near the 800 block of N. Portland Avenue in Pueblo. The award was given during an annual awards' banquet Feb. 17, according to a post about the ceremony on the sheriffs Facebook page. At approximately 8:22 In the Riverside case, the gunman robbed the clerk and brandished a gun, then turned the weapon on a customer, opened fire and fled, Railsback said. Police say the shooting took place around 6:40 p.m. Chieftain editor Zach Hillstrom can be reached at [email protected] or on Twitter @ZachHillstrom. At this time, it's unclear who died in the shooting. The suspect held up the store with a handgun, but again, no shots were fired and no one was injured. ':Gun violence is a public health epidemic, experts say. Nov. 25. Serious crash along Highway 24 on the west side of Colorado Springs Tuesday afternoon, 1 killed in northeast Colorado Springs car crash, marking the 10th traffic fatality of 2023, Parent speaks out against Woodland Park 6th grade changes, WATCH - Penrose Library reopened, deemed safe following further testing for meth residue, WATCH - Springs restaurant holding fundraiser for fallen Fountain police officer. She told officers she wasnt sure if Ward was armed, and that he was resisting arrest and grabbing at McWhorters duty belt, according to the report. He later died from his wounds. The man was taken to a local hospital but died from his injuries, according to the release. A string of robberies at 7-Eleven stores across the Southland began early Monday morning after suspects robbed six separate 7-Eleven locations. Attorney Darold Killmer, who represents the Ward family in the lawsuit, said Monday the Purple Heart being given to McWhorter is an outrage and was a calculated decision. Officers were called to the 2200 block of E. Abriendo Avenue at approximately 6:40 p.m. on a report of a shooting and arrived to find a woman dead inside of a residence, according to a Pueblo Police Department news release. Police believe the two shootings are isolated incidents and stated in the release they do not believe there is any threat to the community. You hear about this stuff, and you just dont think it can happen to you. On Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021 at approximately 12:03 p.m., Pueblo police responded to a shooting in the 2100 block of Wyoming Avenue. Doha Madani is a senior breaking news reporter for NBC News. According to police and witnesses on the scene who spoke with 11 News, two people were shot near the intersection of Wyoming Avenue and Indiana Avenue in The victim will be identified by the Pueblo County Coroner after notifying next of kin. Meanwhile, McWhorter said, Ward put something in his mouth, turned and then opened his jacket and reached inside as if he was carrying a weapon. 0:57. We feel confident that it is the same suspect, Rodriguez said. Surveillance photos,posted to social media by Brea police, show a masked man wearing a black sweatshirt with a hood over his head. Both deputies told the police department they were going to provide aid but felt they could be vulnerable with Wards mother and her boyfriend in the vehicle. PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) -- An investigation is underway after a deadly shooting involving an officer with the Pueblo Police Department (PPD.) A heavy police presence was first reported on Pueblo's northside around 10 a.m. Thursday. According to the PPD, the shooting happened in the 3600 block of Dillon Dr. WebPUEBLO, Colo. (KKTV) - Pueblo police are investigating a shooting after a woman was found dead inside a home off of Abriendo Avenue, near I-25. According to the Pueblo County Coroner, 79-year-old Fred Ettleman of Rye was shot in the King Soopers parking lot along W. Northern Ave. Friday evening. According to police and witnesses on the scene who spoke with 11 News, two people were shot near the intersection of Wyoming Avenue and Indiana Avenue in south Pueblo just after noon on Wednesday. With that in mind, we have encouraged stores in the Los Angeles area to close tonight. Why didnt they talk to my mom or her boyfriend? He can be reached via email at [email protected]. The PPD said the 10th Judicial Critical Incident Team is investigating this incident along with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. The Pueblo County Coroner's Office reported the victim was Roque Marquez, 47, of Pueblo, and that his cause of death was an apparent gunshot wound. As the investigation continued, authorities were also made aware of robberies at two other 7-Eleven locations. Tuesday, the Pueblo County Coroners Office released the victims name. Roughly 35 miles away, in Santa Ana at about 3:25 a.m., a 24-year-old They were treating her like a criminal, like she had done something wrong. June 21: Kenneth Bernal, 59, of Rocky Ford, was pronounced dead at the scene following a hit-and-run crash. "We obviously at this point can't confirm whether they are connected, but we assure you our detectives are looking into that.". If your information leads to a felony arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward.____. Our hearts are with the victims and their loved ones, 7-Eleven, Inc. said in a statement. He turned around to see what was going on, and at that time dispatch aired that there a shooting had just occurred, said Sgt. We dont really know yet what he was doing there in a parking lot, if he was a potential customer or just walking by, Lopez said. The two incidents mark the second and third homicides in the city of Pueblo this year. According to the suit, McWhorter fatally shot Richard Ward, 32, last February when he was with his mother and her boyfriend to pick up his younger brother from Liberty Point International Middle School. Both are reported to be in stable condition. All rights reserved. This article originally appeared on The Pueblo Chieftain: 1 dead after Thanksgiving shooting in east Pueblo, Pueblo sheriff deputies find illegal marijuana grow worth $1.4 million, 1 dead after Thanksgiving shooting in east Pueblo, A woman threw a house party with 65 men she matched with on Tinder and Hinge and connected with the man she's been dating for a year. Colorado Deputy Charles McWhorter received the commendation days before the victims family filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit against him. It needs to be treated like one. Ward's relatives said the death has shattered the family. At approximately 3:10 p.m. officers responded to a reported shooting the area of 29th Street and Interstate 25. PUEBLO, Colo. One person is dead after a shooting in Pueblo early Sunday morning, according the Pueblo Police Department. This is the 2nd homicide investigation of 2023. Chieftain reporter Heather Willard can be reached via email at [email protected] or on Twitter: @HeatherDWrites. Officers had the area of Lake and Highland blocked off as they search This does appear to be a robbery that turned into a homicide, Rodriguez said. Daily Briefing aniel Morgan Dacy, 32, was found lying in the intersection of City Center Drive and Chester Avenue, Ronald Harman, 31, of Pueblo, was found shot and killed in the parking lot, Tyler Wood, 36, of Pueblo, was shot and killed outside of a party, 3 finalists named in Pueblo police chief search, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. According to a press release issued by the Pueblo Police Department, police responded to a shooting call at approximately 6:49 .m. To remain anonymous, contact Pueblo Crime Stoppers at 719-542-STOP (719-542-7867) or visit pueblocrimestoppers.com. The Pueblo Chieftain. Four locations of armed robberies and shootings at 7-Elevens Monday morning. Anyone with information about the shooting at King Soopers is asked to contact Detective Ron Gravatt Jr. at 719-320-6022. This is the 19th homicide in Pueblo for 2021. Police were called to the King Soopers off Northern and Prairie on the evening of Feb. 24 on a reported shooting in the parking lot. He was listed as being in stable condition. It sounds like the clerk gave him whatever he asked for.. One person is dead after a shooting involving a Pueblo police An investigation continued throughout Monday morning as officers, including a Robbery-Homicide team, surveyed the scene and searched for information on the suspect who ran from the scene before authorities arrived. Fear follows witnesses of mass shootings and radiates across America. The lawsuit alleges Wards rights were violated under both the federal and the state constitutions through excessive use of force. PUEBLO, Colo. (KKTV) - Police say they are still searching for multiple suspects following a double shooting in Pueblo Wednesday afternoon. The cases appeared strange, Railsback said, because criminals typically know that robberies at convenience stores rarely yield large amounts of money, especially during the overnight hours. Theres no evidence of him reaching for a gun, Killmer said, noting no weapon was found on Ward. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here. Four separate shootings prompted large scale investigations across the Southland, after reported incidents in Riverside, Santa Ana, Brea and La Habra left at least two people dead and several wounded. Jeffrey Medina, 44, of Pueblo, was found shot and killed near 900 Box Elder Street. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Franklyn Ortega with the Pueblo Police Department. Police are asking anyone with information about this incident, who may have witnessed the incident, or may recognize the suspect vehicle to contact Det. Investigators said the male suspect stole several random items from the store, but no money. The Pueblo County District Attorneys Office said in an October letter that McWhorter and a second deputy had reasonable ground to believe their safety was in danger, NBC affiliate KUSA reported. Riverside police were working closely with law enforcement agencies in all of the shootings that occurred Monday, noting that there were several considerable similarities in each. On Tuesday, Feb. 28, deputies responded to North Mesa Elementary School in East Pueblo County on reports of shots fired from a home north of the school in the "Our preliminary investigation suggests that the clerk was killed during a robbery," Brea Police said. It needs to be treated like one. This is an active and ongoing investigation. RELATED: Father of man killed at Brea 7-Eleven shares his son's story. Detectives are also seeking a person of interest in this case, identified as 36-year-old Andrew Mendoza. He was taken This is the 11th reported homicide in the city of Pueblo since the start of the year. Copyright 2021 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. According to a police spokesperson, a Pueblo police officer was driving on Indiana Avenue when he noticed a male who was face down on the sidewalk. This is the 19th homicide in Pueblo this year. The 10th Judicial District Attorney Jeff Chostner investigated the shooting and ruled it justified in an Oct. 14, 2022, report. A spokesperson with the sheriff's office confirmed to NBC News over email on Monday that Deputy McWhorter received the Purple Heart for injuries he sustained in the Feb. 22, 2022, incident.. He has been identified as Fred Ettleman of Rye. Father of man killed at Brea 7-Eleven shares his son's story. The shots fired were reported after classes had been dismissed about 3:40 p.m. Tuesday north of the school, according to a news release from the Pueblo County A male suspect, whom police have not publicly identified, was contacted at the scene and taken into custody without incident. Why didnt they ask him to step out of the vehicle? Similarly in Orange County, Santa Ana Police Department officers rushed to the scene of a reported shooting at the 7-Eleven located on N. Spurgeon Street and 17th He later died from his injuries. Police are continuing to investigate. WebJack Heeke, Lindsey Grewe 9/30/2021. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Mendoza is currently wanted on an arrest warrant for parole violation. Sumner Bohee. If anyone has information about this incident, you are encouraged to contact the Pueblo Police Department Communication Center at (719) 553-2502, or Detective Carly Verdugo at (719) 240-1341. According to the PPD, the shooting happened in the 3600 block of Dillon Dr. A KRDO crew at the scene reported there were multiple officers at the Target parking lot at 3300 Dillon Dr. Two people killed Friday in separate shootings were identified Tuesday by Pueblo County Coroner Brian Cotter. According to a press release issued by the Pueblo Police Department, One person was killed and another was wounded and transported to a nearby hospital. Watch the full update below from Pueblo Police: Copyright 2021 KKTV. Marquezwas pronounced dead at a local hospital. Just search KOAA News5, download and start watching. If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here. "We are aware of other incidents that have occurred in the Southland at 7-Elevens," Rodriguez said. The Pueblo County Coroner has identified the deceased as 37-year-old Carlos Lerma of Pueblo. At approximately 3:10 p.m. officers responded to a reported shooting the area of 29th Street and Interstate 25. Neither deputy offered first-aid assistance to Ward. Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Community Guidelines | KRDO Jobs | FCC Applications |, KRDO FCC Public File | KRDO FCC Applications, Breaking News Please call Pueblo Police Department dispatch (719) 553-2502 or submit a tip to Pueblo Crime Stoppers. To remain anonymous contact Pueblo Crime Stoppers @ 542-STOP (542-7867) or www.pueblocrimestoppers.com if your information leads to a felony arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward. : David Lucio Tafoya, 44, of Pueblo, was found dead from a gunshot wound to his chest. All rights reserved. That same letter listed McWhorters injuries that included an injury to his face, at the bridge of his nose, his right forefinger, his lower back, his right knee and a re-aggravated injury to the middle of his neck. If you would like to remain anonymous, contact Pueblo Crime Stoppers at (719) 542-STOP (719-542-7867) or www.pueblocrimestoppers.com. Police have since identified 36-year-old Andrew Baros as a suspect. 0:52. The deputies had reasonable grounds to believe they were in imminent danger of being killed, he said in the report. 400tmax One man is dead following an officer-involved shooting near North Mesa Elementary School in east Pueblo County, according to a news release from the Phil Rodriguez said officers responded to a report of a man suffering from a gunshot wound and found the employee wounded. I think the only person to answer that would be the suspect, said Officer Ryan Railsback, a spokesperson for the Riverside Police Department, where the first shooting happened at about 1:50 a.m. Theres no way it can be a coincidence of it being 7-Eleven, July 11., The Riverside shooting left the victim in grave condition and while that shooting had not been officially connected to the others, Railsback said, they all seem very, very similar.. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. An investigation by the Pueblo County Sheriffs Office found that the deputies actions comported with and were pursuant to Pueblo County Sheriffs Office training, policies, customs and practices, the lawsuit says. Similarly in Orange County, Santa Ana Police Department officers rushed to the scene of a reported shooting at the 7-Eleven located on N. Spurgeon Street and 17th Street at around 3:25 a.m. "A lone male victim was discovered lying in the parking lot with a fatal gunshot wound to his upper torso," Santa Ana officials said. Updated on: July 12, 2022 / 3:22 PM Little information is known about the details of the shooting, but Police say one adult male has been taken into custody. The shooting reportedly happened on Wyoming and Indiana Street near the Saint Mary-Corwin Medical Center. Pueblo County sheriffs deputies approached Ward after they received a report that he had been opening doors of nearby vehicles in the pickup waiting area, officials have said. The motorist, 28-year-old Alisha Herrera, is facing two charges of vehicular homicide, among other charges. Right now, our focus is on Franchisee, associate and customer safety. The Pueblo County Coroner will identify the person who died. An arrest warrant has been issued for Baros for 1st Degree Murder and Attempted 1st Degree Murder. Suspect believed to be person involved in 7-Eleven shootings in both Brea and La Habra on 7/11. The KCAL News Staff is a group of experienced journalists who bring you the content on KCALNews.com and CBSLA.com. Heres what we know about the property, Pedro Pascal appears delighted that Sarah Michelle Gellar remembers working with him on Buffy. It was unclear if the suspect who robbed the 7-Eleven locations in Upland and Ontario was the same one who hit the store in Riverside. 0:05. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Glen Fillmore at 320-6044. Deputy Charles McWhorter received the commendation from the Pueblo County Sheriffs Office four days before a federal wrongful death lawsuit was filed against him, other deputies and the county. He was later pronounced dead. Then, at approximately 8:22 p.m., police responded to another shooting in the parking lot of King Soopers at 3050 W. Northern Ave. and arrived to find man with an apparent gunshot wound. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. The Pueblo County Coroner's Office reported thevictim was Roque Marquez, 47, of Pueblo, and that his cause of death was an apparent gunshot wound. Watch KOAA News5 on your time, anytime with our free streaming app available for your Roku, FireTV, AppleTV and Android TV. 2023 www.chieftain.com. By Antonio Planas and Doha Madani. 2023 www.chieftain.com. The violence appeared to include a robbery. While all this was happening, there were some suspects still on scene. Authorities in Pueblo say a homicide investigation is underway after a shooting at a King Soopers parking lot leaves one person dead. Minutes later, according to the suit, McWhorter confronted Ward, who was shot three times during a physical struggle. Police have not said if any officers have been placed on administrative leave. Meanwhile, the second victim of the shooting was walking to the hospital when a citizen picked him up and took him there. IE 11 is not supported. The shooting was reported just before 5 a.m., when officers arrived, they found an employee and at least one customer suffering from gunshot wounds. This is the second homicide in Pueblo in 2023. Last year, there were 14 homicides total. Baros has previous local arrests for 2nd Degree Assault, 3rd Degree Assault, 1st Degree Burglary, and Harassment. It's not clear yet if the Riverside shooting is also connected. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The incident is part of an ongoing investigation. An officer happened upon the scene while driving in the area. All rights reserved. Feb. 10: Mathew Haskel Jones, 36, of Pueblo, died on Feb. 18 and an autopsy confirmedhis manner of death was due to outside force (meaning a homicide), which PPD is now investigating. PUEBLO, CO According to the Pueblo Police Department, an individual is dead following an Officer-involved shooting Thursday morning in Pueblo. Pueblo County Sheriff Deputy Charles McWhorter. One person is dead after a Nov. 25 shooting near the 800 block of N. Portland Avenue in Pueblo. Three people were shot in the early hours of Dec. 18, one of whom died Dec. 19 as a result of their injuries. Please tell us that you didnt honor an officer who pulled trigger on an innocent citizen with the Purple Heart. If you have information regarding the case, contact Detective Joe Cardona at 240-0130. 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. In response to the shootings, 7-Eleven issued a statement that read: Our hearts are with the victims and their loved ones. Police say the shooting took place around 6:40 p.m. The spokesperson said neither McWhorter nor anyone with the office would provide additional comment because of the pending lawsuit, which was filed in U.S. District Court for Colorado. LOS ANGELES Two people were killed and three wounded in shootings before dawn Monday at four 7-Eleven stores in Southern California and authorities said they were seeking a lone gunman in at least three of the shootings. The clerk who called the shooting in was unharmed in the shooting. A Colorado sheriffs office has drawn outrage after it awarded a deputy a Purple Heart for injuries Other homicides reported by the Pueblo Police Department and the Pueblo County Sheriff's Office during 2021 are: More:3 finalists named in Pueblo police chief search. They knew they were about to be sued, so they decided they need to turn this guy into a hero, Killmer said. Ward was pronounced dead at the scene, the lawsuit says. They completely escalated the situation.. An investigation by the Pueblo Police Department is ongoing. Comments under the sheriffs offices Facebook page post about the awards' banquet were critical of McWhorter's award. Authorities also kept her car, cell phone, identification and purse for months as part of their investigation. 'HOW MUCH MORE CARNAGE ARE WILLING TO ACCEPT? Anyone with information about the shooting on Abriendo Avenue is asked by police to contact Detective Carly Verdugo at 719-240-1341. More:'We are almost home:' 9 inmates from Pueblo's Youth Offender System earn associate degrees. While the clerk at the Upland store was shaken up, no shots were fired and no injuries reported. The Pueblo Police Department has arrested a juvenile male suspect in the case. Pronouns: she/her. Lopez said detectives believe the suspect in the Santa Ana killing is the same person who then traveled 12 miles to Brea, where a 7-Eleven employee was found dead of a gunshot wound at about 4:18 a.m. Brea Police Capt. We are gathering information on this terrible tragedy and working with local law enforcement.. 570 were here. Police in La Habra, Brea, and Santa Ana say they believe the same suspect is behind the shootings in their respective cities. If you have information about this incident, please contact Detective Torres at (719) 320-6037 or Pueblo police dispatch at (719) 553-2502. The suspect has been described as a Black male, who weighs about 160 pounds and stands around 5 feet, 10 inches. According to police, the suspect never entered the store at this location, but appeared to have robbed Rule before leaving the scene. The suspect was carrying a handgun and got away with at least $400 in cash from the Ontario location alone. One person is dead after a Nov. 25 shooting near the 800 block of N. Portland Avenue in Pueblo. So they wanted to have a hero at the head of the lineup for them.. Two people were shot and killed Friday in separate incidents and Pueblo police are investigating the deaths as homicides. The other driver, Jared Sandoval, 28, was arrested later the same day and faces a charge of vehicular homicide. PUEBLO The Pueblo Police are currently investigating a shooting near the Southside of town. Body cam shows Colorado man fatally shot by deputies at school pickup. They discovered two gunshot victims around 4:55 a.m., according to Sgt. A heavy police presence was first reported on Pueblo's northside around 10 a.m. Thursday. However, police did say no officers were injured in the shooting. A 7-Eleven in Ontario was also robbed early Monday morning at a store located at the 600 block of North Vine Avenue, according to the Ontario Police Department. WebThe search continues Sunday for the gunman who shot two Los Angeles County sheriffs deputies in Compton in an apparent ambush that left them in critical condition. How come you couldnt use non-lethal force? said Eddy Stamp, 27, Ward's brother who lives in Sacramento, California. Morning Forecast Officers had a foot chase and a car chase trying to capture these suspects, Ortega said. Officers had the area of Lake and Highland blocked off as they search for a suspect. One person is dead following a Friday night shooting in the parking lot of a Pueblo King Soopers. Investigators are looking for the below vehicle in connection with the shooting: Copyright 2023 KKTV. It wasnt immediately clear to investigators what prompted the shootings in the cities of Riverside, Santa Ana, Brea and La Habra, or why the violence occurred on July 11. Pueblo police have tentatively identified a man suspected of fatally shooting a woman before killing himself over the weekend, according to a Monday news release. Cassandra Gonzales, one of the two deputies who yanked Ward out of his mother's vehicle before he was fatally shot, told the Pueblo Police Department on the day of the shooting that Ward opened his coat and reached inside with his right hand. Pueblo County sheriffs deputies approached Ward after they received a report that he had been opening doors of nearby vehicles in the pickup waiting area, officials have said. Another robbery took place at a 7-Eleven convenience store located on the 2410 block of West Arrow Route in Upland, just before 1 a.m. on Monday. It's worth noting that Monday is National 7/11 Day, the chain's 95th birthday and the one day a year where customers can claim a free Slurpee from many 7-Eleven locations throughout the United States. 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