AURORA, December 7, 2023 – A 22-year-old man is critically injured following a shooting incident near Fifth Avenue and Bangs Street.
Aurora Police (APD) responded to the scene around 3:00 PM on December 6th, where they found the victim inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds. He was immediately rushed to a local hospital by Aurora Fire Department Paramedics.
The APD’s Investigations Bureau, alongside Evidence Technicians, are actively investigating, focusing on gathering crucial forensic evidence. The incident currently remains a significant concern for both the authorities and the local community.
The APD urges anyone with information to contact their Investigations Division at (630) 256-5500. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Aurora Area Crime Stoppers at (630) 892-1000 or through www.p3tips.com/135, with potential cash rewards up to $5,000 for information leading to arrests or captures in felony cases.