Man Shot While Riding Scooter in Downtown Denver

Suspect Anthony Davon Apodaca arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:11pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent bullet casing on the ground, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic that conceptually represents the violence of a road rage shooting incident.A spent bullet casing left behind at the scene of a violent road rage shooting in downtown Denver exposes the harsh realities of gun violence in urban areas.Denver Today

A 31-year-old man, Anthony Davon Apodaca, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted first-degree murder after allegedly shooting a scooter rider in the neck following a verbal altercation in downtown Denver. The victim was stopped at a red light when Apodaca, who was in the front passenger seat of a white SUV, allegedly shot him.

Why it matters

Gun violence and road rage incidents have been on the rise in many major U.S. cities, including Denver, raising concerns about public safety and the need for better conflict resolution strategies, particularly in dense urban areas where tensions can quickly escalate between strangers.

The details

According to the arrest affidavit, Apodaca was yelling at people at a nearby bus stop before shooting the victim, who was riding a scooter. Apodaca allegedly asked the victim if he 'got a problem,' and when the victim said he did not, Apodaca pulled out a handgun and shot him in the neck. The witness heard one gunshot before the SUV sped away, but police were able to locate the vehicle and detain Apodaca and three other passengers shortly after the incident.

  • The shooting occurred just before 11:45 p.m. on April 3, 2026.
  • Apodaca was arrested on suspicion of attempted first-degree murder on April 4, 2026.
  • Apodaca was released on a $75,000 bail on April 5, 2026.
  • Apodaca is scheduled to appear in Denver County Court on April 21, 2026 for an advisement hearing.

The players

Anthony Davon Apodaca

A 31-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of attempted first-degree murder for allegedly shooting a scooter rider in the neck following a verbal altercation in downtown Denver.

The Victim

A man who was riding a scooter and was shot in the neck by Apodaca after a verbal argument.

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What they’re saying

“The victim told police that he was shot by a man in the front passenger seat of a white SUV while stopped at a red light.”

— The Victim

“One witness heard one gunshot before the car sped away.”

— Witness

What’s next

Apodaca is scheduled to appear in Denver County Court on April 21, 2026 for an advisement hearing, where the judge will determine if there is enough evidence to proceed with the attempted murder charges.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the growing concerns about gun violence and road rage in urban areas, and the need for better conflict resolution strategies to prevent such escalations from turning deadly. It also raises questions about bail reform and whether repeat offenders should be released on bail, especially for violent crimes.