Calls from neighbors lead to arrest of man accused of shooting Thornton officer
Thornton Police Department arrested suspect Luis Arebalo Tuesday night, who is accused of shooting an officer.
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Thornton Police Department arrested suspect Luis Arebalo Tuesday night, who is accused of shooting an officer.
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