DENVER — There are quite a lot of questions following the homicide of a person in Denver’s La-Alma Lincoln Park neighborhood final week.
Denver police say the homicide of Johnathan Douglas, 34, who everybody referred to as JD, seems to be random.
Pals and family members are holding a celebration of life Monday night to recollect and lift cash for funeral bills.
“JD was simply a tremendous particular person,” Blake Blacksberg stated.
His character is what Blacksberg stated he’ll miss essentially the most.
“[He was] all the time a jokester, all the time in a superb temper. At all times poking enjoyable at anyone he probably may and simply the sunshine of any room,” Blacksberg stated.
Blacksberg created a GoFundMe when he realized his good friend was murdered. Denver Police say Douglas was discovered useless on the sidewalk in entrance of his dwelling round 7 a.m. final Tuesday.
“I noticed him 12 hours earlier than I came upon. I simply did not imagine it was actual,” she stated.
Investigators arrested Stig Robust, 33, for investigation of first-degree homicide, aggravated theft, and second-degree housebreaking.
Proof reveals the suspect attacked Douglas and robbed him in entrance of his dwelling on North Mariposa Road, then burglarized his home. Police discovered a automotive key, home key and money on Robust throughout his arrest.
Denver PD says man’s homicide in La Alma-Lincoln Park neighborhood seems to be random
Douglas spent most of his time behind this bar at Zeppelin Station Meals Corridor in RiNo. He sometimes can be there on a Monday. His supervisor stated his absence is a void that can by no means be crammed.
Zeppelin Station Meals Corridor Supervisor Nick Yockey stated Douglas labored because the entrance home supervisor and the bartender there for about three years.
“He was actually near all people right here. We had been form of an amazing neighborhood right here at Zeppelin. All people’s form of household,” Yockey stated.
Douglas’ footage and a donation jar now adorn the entrance of the bar to recollect and honor him.
“Something we will do to come back collectively elevate funds for funeral prices, memorial prices something like that,” Yockey stated.
Blacksberg stated serving to Douglas’ household is the main target shifting ahead.
“I simply need to be certain his household is taken care of earlier than a handle my very own,” Blacksberg stated.
A big turnout is anticipated at Monday’s celebration of life, and anybody is welcome to attend.
Metro Denver Crime Stoppers is providing a $2,000 reward. They’re on the lookout for extra witnesses who might help with the investigation. You’ll be able to attain them at 720-913-7867.
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