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Sheriff: Drive-by shooting appears to be gang-related

Multiple houses and vehicles were damaged by gunshots in the area of Nueva Vista Drive and Explorador Calle early Sunday morning, according to deputies.

WELBY, Colo. — Adams County Sheriff's Office officials said a drive-by shooting that happened Sunday, Sept. 15 is likely to be gang-related. 

At least one person was injured in the drive-by shooting early Sunday morning at Nueva Vista Drive and Explorador Calle in Adams County, according to the ACSO.

About 12:15 a.m., ACSO deputies responded to reports of shots fired. Authorities determined at least one man was struck by gunfire outside. 

That person was transported to a hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

Authorities confirmed at least four homes and six vehicles were damaged from gunshots. 

Credit: KUSA

The Sheriff's Office said there was no threat to the public and are working on suspect information.

ACSO continues to investigate the incident and examining all forensic evidence from the scene.

If you have any information, you are encouraged to call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers or the  ACSO Detective Division at 720-322-1313. 

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