Tragedy struck the community of Musket Drive on Saturday, December 2, 2023, when a reported shooting unfolded in the 800 block. Responding officers discovered a grim scene: a deceased male and another adult male with serious gunshot injuries. The wounded man was swiftly transported to a local hospital for urgent medical attention, prompting the involvement of the homicide unit for a thorough investigation.
The El Paso County Coroner’s Office conducted an autopsy on the deceased male, identifying him as 19-year-old Marcus Plummer from Denver, CO. The exact cause and manner of his death are still under investigation, but the incident is being treated as a homicide.
Initial findings by the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) suggest that Marcus Plummer attempted to rob two adult males in the parking lot of an apartment complex.
During the course of the robbery, a struggle ensued between Plummer and one of the intended victims, resulting in a gunshot wound to the latter. Fortunately, the victim is expected to survive his injuries.
The situation escalated, leading to Plummer sustaining at least one gunshot wound. Despite medical intervention, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene. A firearm was recovered by investigators, shedding light on the violent nature of the attempted robbery.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of this shocking incident, questions linger about the circumstances that led to the fatal encounter. The CSPD will continue its investigation to unravel the sequence of events and determine the exact dynamics of the attempted robbery turned deadly.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of crime and the importance of community vigilance in ensuring public safety.
