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Tragic Incident at University of Colorado-Colorado Springs
In a shocking turn of events, a student was arrested on Monday on murder charges in connection with the shootings of two individuals found dead in a dorm room at the University of Colorado-Colorado Springs. The incident has left the campus community reeling and seeking answers.
Arrest Made in Colorado Springs
The Colorado Springs Police Department announced the arrest of Nicholas Jordan, 25, on two counts of first-degree murder. Jordan, a student at the university at the time of the shooting, was taken into custody without incident.
Victims Identified
The victims have been identified as Celie Rain Montgomery, 26, and Samuel Knopp, 24, a student at the university located approximately 69 miles south of Denver. Montgomery was not currently enrolled at the institution.
Police Investigation
After obtaining an arrest warrant, the police located Jordan in a vehicle, and the tactical enforcement unit apprehended him in Colorado Springs. Authorities believe that the shooting was an isolated incident between individuals who knew each other, rather than a random attack on the school campus.
Campus Response
Following the tragic event, the university issued a campus-wide lockdown for 90 minutes and remained closed for the day and through the weekend. Monday classes have been canceled, with the school providing walk-in counseling services for those in need.
Memorial Walk
Dozens of students and faculty members gathered for a memorial walk on Monday to honour the memory of the victims. The University of Colorado-Colorado Springs, home to over 11,000 students and nearly 2,000 faculty and staff, continues to mourn the loss.
Legal Proceedings
It is unclear at this time whether Jordan has legal representation. Court records for the case are not yet available, and no hearing date has been scheduled.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
___ Bedayn is a corps member for the Associated Press/Report for America Statehouse News Initiative. Report for America is a nonprofit national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms to report on undercovered issues.
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