Aiexpress – Officials have confirmed that a student has been arrested in connection with a double homicide at the University of Colorado – Colorado Springs on Monday.
According to a spokesperson from the University of Colorado – Colorado Springs, Jordan, hailing from Detroit, is currently a student at the university.
Nicholas Jordan, 25, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of the two victims, who were found shot in a dorm room on Friday, according to Colorado Springs police. Jordan was discovered in a vehicle early Monday morning and arrested without incident in Colorado Springs, according to authorities.
According to a statement by the police, the shootings seemed to be a targeted incident involving individuals who were familiar with each other, rather than a random attack on the school or other students.
The Colorado Springs Police Department has identified the victims as Celie Rain Montgomery, 26, from Pueblo, Colorado, and Samuel Knopp, 24, from Parker, Colorado.
According to the police, Knopp was a student registered at the school, whereas Montgomery was not currently enrolled.
According to Gibson Marable, a student at the college, Knopp was known for being an inspiring individual and was regarded as the most talented musician on campus.
University Chancellor Jennifer Sobanet expressed her deep shock and sorrow over the devastating loss of two lives in a tragic incident. In a news conference, she conveyed her heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the victims of this senseless act of violence. The Chancellor’s words reflect the immense grief and sadness that the university community is currently grappling with.
