Mile High Murder, No. 47: Do you recognize anyone in surveillance videos taken near Sunrise Restaurant shooting that killed Roger William Harris?

The Aurora Police Department has released three surveillance-camera clips taken near the Sunrise Restaurant around the time a shooting took the life of Roger William Harris. In a release included with the other videos below, the APD doesn't say if the individuals seen in these snippets are considered suspects or...

By Michael Roberts

November 16, 2009

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The Aurora Police Department has released three surveillance-camera clips taken near the Sunrise Restaurant around the time a shooting took the life of Roger William Harris. In a release included with the other videos below, the APD doesn't say if the individuals seen in these snippets are considered suspects or simply potential witnesses. Either way, give the footage a look to see if anyone seems familiar.

DATE: November 16, 2009

CONTACT: Det. Shannon Lucy, 303.739.6616

NATURE: Homicide

CASE NUMBER: 2009.44052

Major Crimes/Homicide detectives are requesting assistance from the public in identifying possible witnesses to the shooting that occurred on October 30, 2009 behind the Sunrise Restaurant at 9115 East Colfax Avenue.

Detectives have released three video clips and one still photo from a surveillance camera in the area of the shooting. Anyone who thinks they might recognize one or more of the individuals in the images is asked to call Det. Matt Fyles at 303.739.6067 or 303.921.4629.

The Aurora Police Department is offering up to $2000.00 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the homicide.

Information released November 2, 2009:

The Aurora Police Department is releasing the identity of the victim of the shooting that occurred during the early morning hours of October 30, 2009. He is identified as Roger William Harris, DOB: 12.16.1973.

A photograph of Mr. Harris is attached.

The Aurora Police Department is offering up to $2000.00 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the homicide.

Anyone with information is asked to call Det. Matt Fyles at 303.739.6067 or 303.921.4629.

Information released October 30, 2009

The Aurora Police Department is offering a reward of up to $2000.00 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the shooting death of an as yet unidentified victim.

The shooting took place at approximately 1:30 a.m. the morning of Friday, October 30, 2009 behind the Sunrise Restaurant at 9115 East Colfax Avenue.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Matt Fyles at 303.739.6067 or 303.921.4629.

Information released earlier today:

On October 30, 2009 at approximately 1:30 a.m. Aurora Public Safety Communications received several calls reporting a shooting outside the Sunrise Restaurant at 9115 East Colfax Avenue.

Responding officers found an unidentified adult Black male behind the building who appeared to have suffered numerous gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.

Major Crimes/Homicide detectives responded to the scene and are in the very early stages of their investigation.

Witnesses reported the suspect, dressed in dark clothing, fled the scene on foot.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Det. Matt Fyles at 303.739.6067 or 303.921.4629.

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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.

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