Montbello Recreation Center
Coverage of Montbello Recreation Center in the Nexus archive.
- Denver Police arrested two middle-school-aged kids for a car-theft-related murder
Denver Police arrested a 12-year-old and a 14-year-old for allegedly fatally shooting a man who tried to stop them from stealing his car on June 30. The suspects are also linked to a separate shooting earlier that night and are under investigation for a June 24 homicide. They were arrested after evading police in a stolen vehicle.
- Wilson: Echoes of the “Summer Of Violence” dance through Denver’s streets
The article reflects on Denver's 1993 'Summer of Violence' marked by gang-related homicides and its resurgence in 2026, citing six homicides in 10 days. It highlights the 1994 federal crime bill's impact and recent community efforts like 'Heal The ’Hood’ rallies alongside rising concerns over retaliatory violence.
- Montbello Rec Center will reopen Monday, June 8, in wake of tragic youth killing
The Montbello Recreation Center in Denver will reopen on June 8 after being closed for over two weeks following the May 21 shooting death of a 14-year-old. Denver Parks and Recreation emphasized commitments to safety, healing, and community support through programming, while discussing potential security measures like metal detectors and increased staffing.