Jury trial set for 2023 Aurora homicide

Caleb Arnett accused of killing stepfather, attacking two others

Apr. 7, 2026 at 12:20pm

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A jury trial is scheduled for August 10 for Caleb Arnett, who is accused of killing his stepfather and attacking two other family members on December 2, 2023, in Aurora, Colorado.

Why it matters

Homicides and violent crimes in the Aurora area have been a concern for local residents and law enforcement, with the city seeing a rise in such incidents in recent years. This case will be closely watched as it proceeds to trial.

The details

Caleb Arnett is accused of killing his stepfather and attacking two other family members during an incident at a home in Aurora on December 2, 2023. The jury trial for Arnett is scheduled to begin on August 10.

  • The alleged incident occurred on December 2, 2023.
  • The jury trial for Caleb Arnett is scheduled to begin on August 10.

The players

Caleb Arnett

The 25-year-old man accused of killing his stepfather and attacking two other family members in Aurora in 2023.

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What’s next

The judge will preside over the jury trial beginning on August 10 to determine Caleb Arnett's fate.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges Aurora faces with violent crime and the importance of the judicial process in addressing such incidents within the community.