Denver Police Announce A Reward Of $2000 as They Launch Manhunt for Female Shooter Outside Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row

In Denver, authorities are actively searching for a female assailant responsible for injuring five innocent bystanders in a shooting incident outside the popular Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row bar and restaurant. 

The incident unfolded late Saturday night in the vibrant Lower Downtown neighborhood. 

Security personnel halted the suspect, who was in line to enter the establishment, suspecting that she might not have been using her own identification. After a brief departure, the woman returned to engage with security and then unleashed a hail of bullets.

The situation escalated with a verbal altercation, eventually leading to the suspect drawing a concealed handgun and opening fire. 

Armando Saldate, the executive director of Denver Public Safety, stated, "There seemed to be some sort of confrontation or a fight over that verbal altercation, at which she produced a handgun that was concealed on her person and started shooting." 

Police believe that the suspect may have primarily targeted the security personnel, though five innocent bystanders sustained injuries. Fortunately, all five victims are expected to recover from their wounds.

The Denver Police Department has released images of the armed woman, appealing to the public for assistance in identifying her. According to the department, "Five victims were standing outside of the bar when they were shot by an unidentified female." 

A witness, Madison Sharnowski, recounted the terrifying incident, describing it as a rapid and chaotic ordeal with multiple gunshots. She expressed the fear and uncertainty that gripped everyone in the vicinity.

The aftermath left several individuals wounded, with one victim located just a few people ahead of Sharnowski and another a few people behind her. The traumatic incident has left a lasting impact on the witnesses and victims alike. 

Sharnowski emphasized the importance of finding the suspect for the sake of closure and healing for all those affected.

Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row issued a statement through a spokesperson, expressing deep concern about the ongoing criminal activity in the LoDo (Lower Downtown) area. The establishment has been actively engaged with city officials and community leaders to explore ways of making positive improvements to the neighborhood.

As authorities intensify their efforts to locate and apprehend the suspect, they have announced a reward of $2,000 for any information that leads to her arrest.

Meanwhile in the trial of two Colorado police officers involved in the arrest of Elijah McClain, a young unarmed Black man who tragically passed away over four years ago, opening statements were presented by prosecution and defense attorneys. See detailed story here

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