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Adams County Sheriff's deputy released from Denver hospital after being shot multiple times

By Jennifer McRae

Updated on: January 29, 2026 / 1:03 PM MST / CBS Colorado

Adams County Sheriff's deputy shot while on duty released from hospital

The Adams County Sheriff's deputy who was shot multiple times at an apartment complex on Jan. 16 was released from the hospital earlier this week. According to the Adams County Sheriff's Office, the deputy was released on Tuesday.

An Adams County Sheriff's deputy was shot at the Caraway Apartments near U.S. 36 and I-25. CBS

Investigators said the deputy was shot multiple times in a stairwell of the Caraway Apartments, located at 7401 Broadway near I-25 and U.S. 36. Officers were called to the apartments on reports of a disturbance with weapons.

An Adams County Sheriff's deputy and another person were shot at the Caraway Apartments near U.S. 36 and I-25. CBS

Investigators said the suspect was also shot multiple times and died.

Jennifer McRae

Jennifer McRae is a digital media producer for CBS Colorado with more than 25 years of experience in news. Jennifer is part of the digital team recognized for excellence for Best Website several times by the Colorado Broadcasters Association.