On July 16, 2026, 18-year-old Damonte Linwood was arrested in Aurora, Colorado, on charges of Second-Degree Murder and Robbery in connection with this case.
Linwood is currently being held at the Aurora Detention Center on a $500,000 bond.
El Paso County Sheriff Joseph Roybal stated, “This arrest marks an important step in the pursuit of justice for the victim and their loved ones. I want to commend the outstanding work and collaboration of our investigators and Fugitive Impact Team, the Aurora Police Department, the Arvada Police Department, and the FBI Safe Streets Task Force. While an arrest has been made, this remains an active investigation, and we will continue to work diligently to ensure everyone responsible is held accountable through the judicial process.”
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Investigators Seek Community Assistance in Reed Grass Way Homicide Investigation
On July 7, 2026, at approximately 1:04 AM, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Regional Communications Center received several reports of a shooting near the 2300 block of Reed Grass Way in the Cimarron Hills area of unincorporated El Paso County.
Patrol deputies were dispatched to the location and found an individual suffering from a gunshot wound. Deputies immediately initiated life‑saving measures until personnel from the Falcon Fire Protection District arrived and continued medical treatment.
Despite these efforts, the individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.
On July 13, the El Paso County Coroner’s Office identified the deceased as 39‑year‑old Michael Fell. We extend our deepest condolences to his family during this difficult time.
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance from residents in the areas of Reed Grass Way, Green Grass Court, and Hannah Ridge Drive who may have surveillance or Ring video captured between 12:30 AM and 1:30 AM on the morning of the incident.
If you have video footage or any information related to this investigation, please contact the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at 719‑520‑7777.
This remains an active investigation, and updates will be provided as appropriate.