Afternoon Shooting Claims the Life of 37-Year-Old Greeley Resident Ben Knitewolf Sanchez GREELEY, Colo. – July 16, 2025
A tragic and violent act shattered the quiet of a Wednesday afternoon in Greeley, Colorado, as a local man lost his life following a shooting incident that has left the community stunned and grieving.
At approximately 12:22 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, officers with the Greeley Police Department responded to reports of a shooting at a residence located at 817 26th Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim suffering from obvious gunshot wounds. Officers immediately rendered emergency medical aid on the scene while awaiting paramedics.
The victim, later identified as Ben Knitewolf Sanchez, a 37-year-old resident of Greeley, was quickly transported to North Colorado Medical Center by emergency medical personnel. Despite valiant efforts by first responders and hospital staff, Ben tragically succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.
Authorities have stated that the shooting appears to be an isolated incident, offering a measure of reassurance to the broader community. Nevertheless, the shockwaves from this act of violence are deeply felt — not just by Ben’s family and friends, but by the entire Greeley community that now mourns the sudden loss of one of its own.
Ben Knitewolf Sanchez was more than a name in a police report — he was a son, a friend, and a valued member of the neighborhood. Known for his resilient spirit and strong connections within the local community, Ben’s death has left a painful void for those who knew and loved him. His life was cut short far too soon, and the heartbreak caused by this tragedy will linger for years to come.
The Greeley Police Department continues to actively investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. As of now, no arrests have been made, and investigators are working tirelessly to determine the events that led to the fatal gunfire.
Anyone with information related to the case is urged to contact Detective Collin Losasso at (970) 351-5446 or via email at collin.losasso@greeleypd.com. Even the smallest piece of information may help bring answers and justice to Ben’s grieving family.
Out of respect for the ongoing investigation, no additional details have been released at this time.
As the investigation continues, the community of Greeley reflects on the fragility of life and the urgent need to curb senseless violence. Vigils, prayers, and calls for peace are beginning to rise across the area, as neighbors, friends, and loved ones remember Ben Knitewolf Sanchez not for the way his life ended, but for the many ways he made life better for those around him.
May he rest in peace.