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Mile High Murder No. 5: Security guard killed at the El Chapparal club

View Larger Map Although the Denver Police Department has not yet issued an official release (at least not one we've received), numerous news agencies are reporting about a shooting late last night at the El Chapparal nightclub, 2727 W. 6th Avenue, a venue captured in the graphic above (if you...
By Michael RobertsMay 29, 2009
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Although the Denver Police Department has not yet issued an official release (at least not one we’ve received), numerous news agencies are reporting about a shooting late last night at the El Chapparal nightclub, 2727 W. 6th Avenue, a venue captured in the graphic above (if you have trouble seeing the image, click “View Larger Map”). Apparently, someone in a crowd opened fire, striking two security guards, one of whom died. The DPD is looking for a dark sedan with broken windows. More information as it becomes available.

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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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