On March 17, 2015 between 2:10 p.m. and 4:20 p.m., unknown suspect(s) entered a single family residence located at 7337 Bradburn Blvd. in Westminster through what was believed to be the rear entrance door. The residence housed five family members. The lone occupant of the residence on this date was victim Lucas Mendoza-Barrera. He sustained multiple gunshot wounds to his body and face, and a possible stab wound to the head.

During the investigation, DNA buccal swabs were obtained from a number of individuals with consent during interviews for comparison. There were no matches found. Video surveillance was collected from two sources showing two individuals, possibly older juveniles, coming and going near the residence that afternoon. Video clips were released and are included in the comment section of this post (please note that the date and time stamp are incorrect on the footage).

The following are basic descriptions of the two individuals seen in the area at the time of the crime:

#1 - White or Hispanic male; 5’6-5’9”; thinner build, longer legs, dark colored (possibly black) vest with white shirt or white hoodie, possibly a jacket black with white sleeves. Red tennis shoes. Darker, short hair. 

#2 - White or Hispanic male, 5’8”-5’9’; medium build, dark colored pants, dark colored hoodie with a lighter blue or jean jacket over, possibly Nike tennis shoes, unknown color. 

They are possibly younger adults/teens due to behavior and dress, though this is only a possibility, not a fact at this time. We do not have information on an associated vehicle. 

If you have information on this case, please call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720.913.STOP - remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.00!