DENVER, Colo. — Authorities have launched a homicide investigation following the fatal shooting of a woman in Denver’s Cole neighborhood late Thursday night. The victim has been identified as Nyeesha Howard. At approximately 10:20 p.m. on March 21, officers from the Denver Police Department (DPD) responded to a report of a shooting in the 2200 block of East Bruce Randolph Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult female victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The extent of her injuries was not immediately known. Nearly 12 hours later, at around 10:00 a.m. on Friday, police confirmed that Howard had succumbed to her injuries, and the case was reclassified as a homicide investigation.
At this time, no information has been released regarding a suspect, and authorities have not disclosed any potential motives behind the shooting. The Denver Police Department is urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information related to the case to come forward. Tipsters can contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867 and may remain anonymous. A cash reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest.
The tragic death of Nyeesha Howard has left the Cole neighborhood and the broader Denver community in shock and mourning. Friends and family remember Howard as a vibrant and caring individual whose life was tragically cut short. “Nyeesha was a loving mother and friend who brought so much joy to those around her,” said a family member. “We are devastated by this senseless loss.”
As the investigation continues, authorities are working diligently to identify those responsible and bring them to justice. The Denver Police Department is committed to providing updates as more information becomes available.
