Mile High Murder, No. 1: Leland Peter Richardson, wanted in murder of Miguel Angel Chavez, turns himself in

On Saturday, Harrel Gene Keeling Jr. was arrested in relation to the murder of Miguel Angel Chavez on May 17. Now comes word that Leland Peter Richardson, a second man wanted in relation to this crime, has surrendered. Click "Continue" to read the Aurora Police Department release:...

By Michael RobertsMay 25, 2009

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Second Homicide Suspect Turns Himself in to Authorities

Two suspects wanted in connection with a homicide that occurred May 17, 2009, are in custody. Harrel Gene Keeling Jr. was located and arrested by Aurora Police late Friday evening. The following evening, Leland Peter Richardson turned himself into the authorities at the Arapahoe County Jail. Both suspects are being held in connection with felony no bond warrants for Murder in the First Degree.

Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com

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