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2 teens arrested in connection to deadly shooting in Aurora: Police
DENVER (KDVR) — Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with a shooting that left one person dead and another injured in Aurora last month.
The second of two suspects was arrested Friday, the Aurora Police Department announced. A 17-year-old boy who is not being identified due to his age was arrested last Tuesday, and a 19-year-old man, identified as Yoel Uriel Romero, was arrested Friday morning.
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Police said both suspects face felony charges of second-degree murder and aggravated robbery, and official charges will be filed by the 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office.
The shooting happened on May 21 in the 3100 block of Ursula Street. Police responded to the scene around 7:15 p.m. and found two victims with gunshot wounds. Officers gave first aid until medical responders arrived.
One victim had life-threatening injuries and was rushed to a local hospital, where he died. The Adams County Coroner's Office identified him as Ernesto Jae Sandoval, 18.
The other victim was a 17-year-old boy from Denver. His injuries were non-life-threatening, and police said he was expected to recover.
The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to send a tip to Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867.
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