In the summer of 2020, Leland L. Hines, a 42-year-old male, was killed in a burst of gunfire that erupted on a Saturday night in Denver's Park Hill neighborhood. The incident, which occurred on July 25, unfolded outside the Horizon Lounge on East 33rd Avenue and Hudson Street, leaving a scene of chaos and violence. When police responded to the call at 9:38 p.m., they discovered a grim tableau.
Hines was one of two men who lost their lives in the shooting.
The other deceased victim was identified as 39-year-old Dowan Lewis Alexander. In addition to the two fatalities, the gunfire also wounded three other individuals, including two men and one woman, who were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment of their injuries. One of the men was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other was declared deceased upon arrival at the hospital.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, the Denver Police Department launched an investigation into the violent outburst. Authorities worked to piece together the events that led to the deadly encounter and to identify those responsible for the loss of two lives. Despite their efforts and public appeals for information, no arrests were immediately announced in connection with the murders of Leland L. Hines and Dowan Lewis Alexander. As of the initial reports, police had not identified any suspects and continued to seek assistance from the community to bring justice for the victims and their families. The case remained under investigation, leaving a cloud of uncertainty over the tragic events of that summer night.
