MONTROSE, Colo. (KREX) — Christopher Hubbell, 27, was shot to death on Nov. 23 outside his home in the 62000 block of LaSalle Road in Montrose, authorities said. Three suspects believed to be involved in his death remain at large, and the Montrose County Sheriff’s Office needs the public’s help in tracking down those responsible.
“I know a lot of people want us to provide a description,” said MCSO Public Information Officer Dave Farley, “but that’s where the public comes in. Because people [have] You have to know who did this. “
Man shot to death in Montrose identified
Authorities said Hubbell and several others had just been driven to his home shortly before midnight on the 23rd when they were reportedly ambushed by three people outside the car and a fight broke out.
As Farley describes, “Three men in dark clothing, not knowing [whether] They were male or female, they came out. Fighting ensues. Several people got out of the car, and a fight broke out between three people and several others. A shot was fired. “
A short time later, the three suspects fled on foot into a field near Hubbell’s home, Farley said.
The driver of the car was hospitalized with injuries but has since been released from the hospital, authorities told WesternSlopeNow. Hubbell was shot and killed at the scene, according to the coroner’s office. Little is known about the three suspects in the more than a week since his death. The Sheriff’s Office hopes the public can come forward with information that will help solve Hubbell’s mysterious death and bring closure to his family and loved ones.
The Montrose County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating the suspect.
If you have any information about this incident, you can make an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers. The number is 970-249-8500. You also have the option of calling WestCO dispatch at 970-249-9110, or you can submit a tip at P3tips.com.
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