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Thomas Gutierrez

Case from Denver, CO dated Feb 28, 1978

Victim Details

Thomas Gutierrez

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Denver

CO

1978-02-28

32

Thomas

Gutierrez

07/07/2026

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On the evening of February 28, 1978, Thomas Gutierrez and his wife were returning to their home in the Baker neighborhood of Denver after attending a funeral. Shortly after parking their car and beginning to walk towards their residence, the couple was tragically met with gunfire. Unknown assailants fired shots in their direction, striking both Mr. Gutierrez and his wife.

Emergency services were called, and the couple was quickly transported to a local hospital to be treated for their inj ...
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  • Thomas Gutierrez - Colorado Cold Case Files - Case Detail
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