Pueblo Police Update Conditions of Officers Injured in Oct. 10 Officer-Involved Shooting

Description: Pueblo Police identified two officers injured in the Oct. 10 officer-involved shooting on Regency Boulevard and said Officer Jonathon Woehler has been released from the hospital...


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UPDATE: Officer Involved Shooting Update on Injured Officers

The Pueblo Police Department is providing an update regarding the two officers injured during the officer involved shooting that occurred on October 10, 2026, in the 0-100 block of Regency Boulevard.
 
One individual, Officer Justin Ortiz, sustained a graze wound to the ankle. The second individual, Officer Jonathon Woehler, sustained gunshot wounds to both legs and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Officer Woehler was released today, October 12, 2026, and is continuing to recover.
 
The Pueblo Police Department would like to extend sincere appreciation to UC Health-Parkview Medical Center, American Medical Response (AMR), and the Pueblo Fire Department for the medical care, professionalism and assistance provided to Pueblo Police Department injured officers.
 
“We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Pueblo community for the overwhelming support, prayers, and well-wishes extended to our injured officers, their families and our department during this time,” said Pueblo Police Department Chief Chris Noeller. “The outpouring of support serves as a reminder of the strong relationship between our department and the community we are proud to serve.”
 
The 10th Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) continues to investigate this incident. As this remains an active investigation, no additional details regarding the circumstances of the shooting are being released at this time.

The information contained in this press release is based on preliminary information available at the time of its drafting.

The Pueblo Police Department’s understanding of this incident may change as additional evidence is collected, analyzed, and reviewed. The purpose of this press release is to provide timely information to the public. In consideration of the foregoing, please be advised that any statements expressed herein are subject to change at any time.



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