Colorado police shoot suspect at HCA HealthOne Swedish hospital
Last updated March 6, 2026

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (Next Stamina) — A Cherry Hills Village police officer shot a suspect during an incident at HCA HealthOne Swedish medical center, according to a statement from the CHVPD.
The state of play: The shooting occurred on hospital grounds, leading to a major law enforcement response and the immediate hospitalization of the suspect.
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- Suspect status: The individual struck by gunfire is currently receiving medical treatment at Swedish, police reported.
- Officer safety: No police officers were injured during the discharge of service weapons, the department added.
- Investigation protocol: The 18th Judicial District’s Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has assumed leadership of the probe.
Why it matters: Standard protocol for officer-involved shootings in Arapahoe County requires an external investigation to ensure transparency and objective findings.
- CIRT role: The multi-agency team will evaluate the legality and circumstances of the use of force.
- Public safety: Police say there is no ongoing threat to the hospital or the surrounding Cherry Hills Village area.
What’s next: The 18th Judicial District will provide updates as the CIRT investigation progresses.
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