FORT COLLINS, Colo. — Police in Fort Collins are investigating the shooting deaths of a man and woman as an apparent murder-suicide, the department announced Monday.
The incident occurred Sept. 30 in the 100 block of W. Fairway Lane.
Police arrived to find the suspected shooter, the male victim, deceased.
The female victim was transported to an area hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.
Police said the shooting was an act of domestic violence, and Chief Jeff Swoboda emphasized the importance of safety and support for those affected by abuse.
"No one should ever have to live in fear or experience violence from someone they love or trust. As the investigation continues, we remain committed to supporting the victim’s loved ones and all those impacted by this devastating situation," Swoboda said in a statement.
The Larimer County Coroner will release the official cause, manner, and identity of the decedents.
Police provided the following list of available resources for those facing abuse:
- Crossroads SafeHouse (Fort Collins), call 1-800-541-SAFE (7233) or visit https://crossroadssafehouse.org/ This link opens in a new browser tab.
- Alternatives to Violence (Loveland), call 970-669-5150 or visit https://alternativestoviolence.org/ This link opens in a new browser tab.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline, call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit https://www.thehotline.org/ This link opens in a new browser tab.
- Alliance for Suicide Prevention of Larimer County, call 970-482-2209 or visit https://www.allianceforsuicideprevention.orgThis link opens in a new browser tab
- Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call or text 988.
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