Police arrested two 21-year-old University of Colorado students, Quinton Elgin Dodson and Aaron Jaron Whitaker, on suspicion of burglary and assault charges stemming from an incident on April 8.
According to police, on that date, a 21-year old man interrupted two burglars as they tried to steal a high-end bicycle, electronics and other items from his 11th Street residence at around 1:30 a.m. The man confronted the two suspects as they began to walk out with his bike, and a fight ensued.
The victim reportedly told police that the suspects assaulted him and then ran away. The victim then flagged down a Boulder police officer who was patrolling the area.
Police say the victim gave them detailed descriptions of the suspects, and other officers located and detained two suspects nearby. The victim positively identified the two suspects as the men who had assaulted him in his home, according to a police report. Several of the items that were missing from the victim’s home were in the suspects’ possession at the time, police said.
The victim suffered a number of scrapes to his arms and had cuts on his face and head. He sought medical treatment the next day.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call Det. Craig Beckjord at 303-441-3336. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776. Tips can also be submitted via the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.
