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Shooting leaves 1 dead in Denver

Police said one man has died and another is in custody.

DENVER — A 41-year-old man accused of first-degree murder was arrested Monday in connection with a shooting that happened in the 100 block of North Xavier Street. 

Mark Berman, 69, suffered multiple gunshot wounds was transported to Denver Health Medical Center where he was pronounced dead, a probable cause statement says..

Officers on scene determined that Berman lived on Xavier Street and was shot outside his parked truck, the probable cause statement says.

According to the probable cause statement, 41-year-old Alberto Calcurian called 911 at 2:15 p.m., but details on the call were redacted from the statement. Calcurian was told to stay on the phone with the 911 call taker until officers arrived at the scene. 

When officers arrived, a handgun was found on the floor of the residence, the probable cause statement says. Officers took Calcurian into custody.

Several other 911 calls were made regarding shots fired. Witnesses told authorities they heard the shots but none witnessed the shooting, the statement says.

While in custody, detectives asked Calcurian what happened the day of the shooting and Calcurian ended the interview. 

He was then transported to the downtown Denver Detention Center and faces a charge for first-degree murder.

DPD spokesperson Marika Lawrenson said they aren't looking for any other suspects, and there is no further information about circumstances.

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