William Winters Identified as Victim in Shooting at El Paso County Courthouse

Accident – Death – Obituary News : (COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has revealed the identity of the individual who tragically lost their life in a shooting incident at the El Paso County Courthouse on Thursday, November 16th.

The victim has been identified as 28-year-old William Winters. Law enforcement authorities discovered Winters’ lifeless body shortly after 10 a.m., following reports of gunfire. The alleged perpetrator, 29-year-old Shaquille Brown, is believed to have shot Winters. While the official cause and manner of death will be determined by the El Paso County Coroner, Winters’ death is currently being investigated as a homicide.

A photograph of the victim, William Winters, has been released by the Colorado Springs Police Department. The image shows Winters on the right side, smiling. The police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.

Following the shooting, Brown was swiftly apprehended by law enforcement officials and has since been charged with First-Degree Murder. It is alleged that Brown shot Winters out of fear for his own life, claiming that the incident was the result of a previous altercation at Blondie’s nightclub in April 2023. Court documents referencing security footage indicate that Winters was carrying a baby carrier at the time of the shooting. As a result, Brown is also facing charges of Child Abuse for endangering the life of the infant.

This tragic event marks the 29th homicide in the city of Colorado Springs this year. Comparatively, during the same period in 2022, there were 42 homicide cases under investigation. The authorities are deeply concerned about the rising number of violent incidents and are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community.

The CSPD has emphasized that the investigation into the shooting at the El Paso County Courthouse remains active and ongoing. They have urged anyone who may have witnessed the incident or possesses relevant information to contact the Colorado Springs Police Department at (719) 444-7000. Additionally, individuals can choose to remain anonymous by reaching out to the Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers Tip Line at (719) 634-STOP (7867).

This tragic incident underscores the need for continued efforts to address violence within the community and promote a safer environment for all residents. The CSPD, along with local authorities, will continue to work diligently to bring justice to William Winters and his family, while striving to prevent further acts of violence in Colorado Springs..