Published on March 31, 2026
A hotel clerk who was critically injured in a shooting spree in the Denver area has succumbed to her injuries, marking the fifth fatality from the rampage that occurred late Monday night. Officials confirmed on Tuesday that the woman, identified as 34-year-old Maria Thompson, passed away after being treated at a local hospital.
The violent incident unfolded at approximately 10:30 PM, when a gunman opened fire at multiple locations across the Denver metro area. Authorities report that the shooter initially targeted the hotel where Thompson worked, before moving on to several near, leaving a trail of destruction and panic in his wake.
Witnesses described scenes of chaos, with bystanders scrambling for cover as shots rang out. Emergency responders rushed to the scene, and three other victims were pronounced dead shortly after the shooting began. Two additional individuals sustained injuries but are expected to survive.
As police arrived, the gunman engaged in a confrontation that ended with him being fatally shot . It is unclear what prompted the shooting, and investigators are working diligently to uncover the motive behind the attack.
The shooting has sent shockwaves through the Denver community, prompting various local leaders and organizations to express their condolences and call for action on gun violence. Mayor Michael Johnson stated, “Our community is grieving today as we come to terms with this senseless tragedy. We must work together to prevent such violence from happening again.”
In the wake of the incident, a vigil is scheduled to be held in honor of the victims, providing an opportunity for community members to come together in solidarity against gun violence. As investigations continue, the community remains on edge, seeking answers and justice for those affected event.
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