The Thornton Police Department has identified the suspect in a triple homicide that occurred on the evening of May 22 in the 13900 block of Harrison Street.
Officers were dispatched shortly after 8 p.m. after a family member reported concern that multiple individuals inside the residence were unresponsive.
Upon arrival, officers entered the home and located four deceased individuals with apparent gunshot wounds: two adult males, one adult female, and one juvenile male.
Based on the initial investigation, detectives believe one of the adult males, a 33-year-old, fatally shot the three other family members before dying by suicide.
Suspect and victim identities are being withheld pending positive identification by the Adams County Coroner’s Office and notification of next of kin. The investigation remains active, and the information released reflects what is currently known.
The entire Thornton Police Department is deeply saddened by this tragedy and extends its condolences to the family and loved ones of everyone involved. We recognize that incidents like this are difficult for neighbors and our entire community. Those in need of support are encouraged to seek available resources.
The Thornton Police Department, our Victim Services Unit, and our Co-Responder Team are available to provide support and can be reached at 720-977-5150, or by calling 911 in an emergency. Additional resources are available through the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.