Initially downplaying the concerns of Aurora residents about the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua’s takeover of local apartment complexes, Colorado Governor Jared Polis has now changed his stance, acknowledging the seriousness of the situation.
The city of Aurora has been dealing with the presence of this notorious gang, which has reportedly seized control of multiple apartment complexes.
Despite ample evidence such as video footage, police reports, and resident testimonies, Governor Polis’s administration initially underestimated the gravity of the issue.
Councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky has been actively highlighting the gang’s activities and cautioning about the increasing violence and criminal behavior.
“We are not buying this,” Jurinsky stated, pointing out that the closure of Fitzsimon’s apartment complex, which displaced hundreds of families, was not merely due to code violations as claimed by city officials but rather the result of a gang takeover.
A recent video from Fox 31 Denver reporter Vicente Arenas revealed chilling footage of an armed group at another Aurora apartment complex, further validating the claims.
Jurinsky wrote, “And I repeat… A GANG HAS TAKEN OVER several apartment complexes in Aurora!”
Initially downplaying the concerns of Aurora residents about the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua’s takeover of local apartment complexes, Colorado Governor Jared Polis has now changed his stance, acknowledging the seriousness of the situation.
The city of Aurora has been dealing with the presence of this notorious gang, which has reportedly seized control of multiple apartment complexes.
Despite ample evidence such as video footage, police reports, and resident testimonies, Governor Polis’s administration initially underestimated the gravity of the issue.
Councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky has been actively highlighting the gang’s activities and cautioning about the increasing violence and criminal behavior.
“Oh, we’ve taken it very seriously. Weeks ago, I convened the city of Aurora with the state and federal government,” Polis said.
“Look, it is completely illegal in Colorado to take over and occupy a building, and the Aurora Police Department is on the front lines. If they need our help, I’ve told the mayor and the police department that the state is ready to assist if it’s above and beyond their capabilities to handle.”
“If the people alleging this have more evidence, please bring it forward and give it to the Aurora Police Department. The state of Colorado takes these kinds of threats very seriously.”
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