Crime & Safety

Suspect On Loose After Shooting Near I-25 In Colorado Springs

Roads in the area of I-25 and West Bijou Street are closed to the public while authorities investigate, police said.

Police are investigating a shooting that happened near Interstate 25 and West Bijou Street in Colorado Springs on Friday.
Police are investigating a shooting that happened near Interstate 25 and West Bijou Street in Colorado Springs on Friday. (Kristin Borden/Patch)

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO β€” Police are still searching for a suspect following a shooting that happened near Interstate 25 and West Bijou Street in Colorado Springs on Friday.

According to Colorado Springs police, roads in the area are closed as authorities and multiple K-9 units search for the suspected gunman. The public is encouraged to avoid the area, police said.

The incident is not considered an active shooter situation, police said.

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