Sheriff's Office Looking for Suspect in County's First Homicide Case

Oct 16, 2015 - 12:40am

At approximately 12:06 AM, October 16, 2015, the Sheriff's Office Dispatch Center received a call reference shooting.  When deputies got on scene, they found a female who had a gunshot wound to the head.  They also found a deceased male with a gunshot wound to the head.  The dog was also shot.

The investigation has revealed the suspect in this case is the ex-husband of the victim. The suspect has been identified as Maxwell Garihan, DOB: 6/16/56.  He is described as a white male, 5'10" with brown hair and brown eyes.  He is driving a 2002 white Ford F250.  An Arrest Warrant has been signed and he is wanted for First Degree Murder and Attempted First Degree Murder.

A photo of Garihan and the truck he was driving is attached to this Media Release.  If anyone has seen Garihan, or has any knowledge to his whereabouts, please DO NOT attempt to approach him, as he is armed and dangerous, but please call the Sheriff's Office at 719-390-5555 immediately.

MR 15-077
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Colorado Springs, CO 80903
United States

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