The Parker Police Department has initiated a thorough investigation into a distressing murder-suicide incident involving the discovery of two deceased men with gunshot wounds. The tragic event unfolded on Tuesday near the vicinity of the Parker Holiday Inn and Saltgrass Steak House along Cottonwood Drive in Colorado, triggering a swift response from law enforcement at 12:47 p.m.
The grim discovery occurred outdoors, with one individual pronounced dead at the scene, while the other was rushed to a hospital but, regrettably, succumbed to their injuries later on, as confirmed by the police. This incident, marked by its singular involvement of the two individuals, was underscored by the discovery of a single firearm at the scene.
Josh Hans of the Parker Police Department emphasized the unclear motive behind the shooting, highlighting that the investigation is in its nascent stages, with law enforcement actively collecting information and scrutinizing details.
Aerial assessments of the area were conducted, revealing that the incident appeared to have taken place within the confines of the hotel’s parking lot, cordoned off by crime scene tape.
“We do not have a lot of violent crime here,” Hans stated, further expressing the unexpected nature of such events within the community. The identities of the deceased individuals, identified as Greg Brunner and Grant Brunner, have been confirmed.
Hans emphasized the community’s shock and disbelief at the tragedy, emphasizing how such occurrences run contrary to the expected safety and tranquility that Parker residents anticipate.
As the investigation continues, authorities are diligently working to unravel the circumstances that led to this harrowing event, seeking closure and answers for the community amidst this heartbreaking incident.