Aurora police have reported violent activity by suspected Tren de Aragua gang members at an apartment complex in Colorado, with doorbell footage capturing armed individuals terrorizing residents. The incident has similarities to past gang-related violence in the area, and police are actively addressing the situation. Residents were from Venezuela, and the gang’s presence highlights ongoing concerns about Venezuelan gangs in the U.S.
The shocking footage of the TdA gang members at the Aurora apartment complex has raised serious concerns about the safety of residents and the growing threat posed by the gang. The armed group, consisting of nine individuals, was captured on camera repeatedly knocking on an apartment door, with police describing the incident as ‘very reminiscent’ of previous gang-related violence in the area. The presence of the gang in Aurora has been a growing concern for authorities, as they continue to investigate and address the gang’s activities.
The residents of the apartment, who were from Venezuela, had only recently moved into the property before the incident occurred. Police Chief Todd Chamberlain emphasized the proactive measures being taken to address the gang’s activities, noting that the residents were fortunate not to have opened the door. The gang’s presence in the U.S. has sparked concerns, with the Federal government recently designating TdA as a global terrorist organization. The Aurora Police have been working to remove the gang from American soil, following a series of violent incidents that have plagued the area since last year.
The investigation into the incident has revealed a pattern of gang activity in Aurora, with police reporting 44 radio calls for service at the apartment complex since last year. These calls were related to shots fired, kidnapping, assault, and more, with Chamberlain stating that the police department is ‘ahead of this’ and taking proactive measures to address the threat posed by the TdA gang. The recent arrest of two suspects and the detention of four others known to be involved in prior criminal activity indicate that the police are actively working to dismantle the gang’s operations in the area.
The Tren de Aragua gang, which originated in Venezuela, has been a source of concern in the United States, with its members reportedly engaging in violent crimes, including home invasions, kidnappings, and robberies. The U.S. government has taken steps to combat the gang’s presence, designating it as a global terrorist organization and working with Immigration and Customs Enforcement to remove suspected members from U.S. soil. The recent incident in Aurora has highlighted the ongoing threat posed by the gang, and authorities are taking measures to ensure the safety of residents in the area.