Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting in Custer County, Colorado: Hanme K. Clark in Custody

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Man Arrested for Triple Homicide in Custer County, Colorado

In a shocking turn of events, a man has been arrested in connection with a triple homicide that occurred in Custer County, south of Colorado Springs. The suspect, identified as 45-year-old Hanme K. Clark, was apprehended by New Mexico State Police on Tuesday afternoon. Clark was driving a white truck, which had been the subject of a police search, and there was a female passenger present at the time of his arrest.

The incident unfolded on Monday afternoon, prompting a shelter-in-place order for residents in the area of Rocky Ridge Road in Westcliffe. The shooting occurred during a dispute between neighbors over easement lines, according to the Custer County Sheriff’s Office. The small rural community, with a population of just 435 people, was left reeling from the tragic event.

Neighbors not involved in the shooting have accused Clark of harassment, alleging that he denied them court-ordered access to part of his property and even posted signs indicating that he was armed. Court records indicate that the victims had ongoing conflicts with Clark, with the deceased, 63-year-old Rob Geers, having reported four instances of trespassing by Clark on his land. Geers had even captured an image of a man, believed to be Clark, dressed in hunting gear and carrying a rifle on his property.

The shooting took place while a surveyor was working on Geers’ property. Clark approached the surveyor, yelling about trespassing, before opening fire. Fortunately, the surveyor managed to escape and seek help at a nearby residence. Tragically, Geers, his wife 73-year-old Beth Wade, and 58-year-old James Daulton lost their lives in the attack. Another female victim was critically injured and remains hospitalized.

The arrest of Hanme K. Clark brings some relief to the community, but the investigation is ongoing. It is suspected that Clark had personal connections to at least one of the victims, as his conflicts with Geers had been ongoing for some time. The Custer County Sheriff’s Office, along with other law enforcement agencies, worked tirelessly to locate and apprehend the suspect.

Custer County Sheriff Rich Smith explained that the response time was longer than usual due to the rural nature of the area. Deputies arrived at the scene approximately 22 minutes after the initial 911 call. The wooded and gravel road terrain made the search for Clark challenging, but authorities continued their efforts until 8 p.m. that evening. Once the area was deemed safe, the shelter-in-place order was lifted.

As the investigation progresses, authorities will be examining the crime scene in more detail to gather evidence and gain a clearer understanding of the events that unfolded. Clark is currently in custody, and it is unclear whether he has legal representation at this time.

The triple homicide in Custer County has left the community devastated, as they come to terms with the loss of three lives and the injuries sustained by another. The small and tight-knit town of Westcliffe, nestled between two mountain ranges, is known for its peaceful surroundings. This tragic incident serves as a painful reminder that violence can strike even in the most idyllic of settings.

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