Celie Montgomery : “Colorado Springs Police Identify Victims in UCCS Double Homicide”

Colorado Springs, Colorado – The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) has released the names of the two individuals tragically killed on the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS) campus on Friday morning.

According to CSPD, the El Paso County Coroner’s Office conducted autopsies on the deceased male and female found inside a dormitory on the campus. The female victim has been identified as 26-year-old Celie (pronounced See-Lee) Rain Montgomery from Pueblo, Colorado, while the male victim has been identified as 24-year-old Samuel Knopp from Parker, Colorado.

CSPD has classified their deaths as homicides and is actively investigating the case. Samuel Knopp was a registered student at UCCS at the time of the incident, whereas Celie Montgomery was not currently enrolled at the university.

Statement from CSPD on the Investigation

Following the identification of the victims, CSPD issued a statement regarding the ongoing investigation:

Throughout this investigation, our primary focus has been on seeking justice for the victims and their families in this tragic incident. The investigation is ongoing, with detectives working diligently to follow up on leads and gather information about potential suspects. At this time, we are unable to release further details about the suspects or leads due to the active nature of the case.

Based on our investigative efforts so far, it appears that this incident was isolated and involved individuals who were acquainted with each other. There is no indication of a random attack targeting the university or its students.

Our detectives are working tirelessly, and we have been deliberate in limiting the information shared with the public in the initial stages of the investigation. We have maintained close communication with the victims’ families and collaborated with the UCCS Police Department to ensure the safety of the campus community.

While we understand the challenges posed by the limited information available, we are committed to delivering justice and accountability for this heinous act. The families of the victims have requested privacy during this difficult time to grieve the loss of their loved ones, and we urge the public to respect their wishes.

— Ira Cronin, CSPD Public Relations Manager

The investigation into this tragic incident at the UCCS campus continues, with CSPD working diligently to uncover more details and bring closure to the victims’ families.