Aurora police investigating after two men were shot on city’s east side Thursday night

Aurora police are investigating after two men were shot Thursday on the city’s east side.

According to a news release from the Aurora Police Department, officers responded to the 1900 block of Westridge Place at about 10:20 p.m. on July 16 to find two men, ages 53 and 19, suffering from gunshot wounds.

The men were transported to the hospital, and both were last reported to be in serious but stable condition, authorities said.

A preliminary investigation indicates that multiple rounds were fired at the residence before those involved fled the area. Investigators believe the shooting stemmed from circumstances specific to those involved and said there is no indication of a continuing threat to the community.

Detectives from the Aurora Police Department’s Investigations Bureau are reviewing evidence and following leads. No arrests have been made.

Anyone with information regarding the shooting is asked to contact the Aurora Police Department’s Investigations Division at (630) 256-5500.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Aurora Area Crime Stoppers at (630) 892-1000 or through P3 Tips. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of felony crime offenders and the capture of felony fugitives.