EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — A quiet night in El Paso County was shattered on Thursday, July 3, 2025, when deputies responded to a reported robbery on Highway 85-87, near Main Street and Academy Boulevard. 23-Year-Old Eddie Charles Jackson Identified as Person of Interest.
When officers from the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office arrived around 10:45 p.m., they found two people dead at the scene, both suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Their identities have not yet been released pending family notification, but the loss of life has sent ripples through the community.
As detectives began piecing together what happened, Eddie Charles Jackson, 23, was identified as a person of interest in the case. While he has not been officially named as a suspect, investigators say Jackson may have critical information related to the shooting and are actively working to locate him.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and Jackson remains at large. Authorities are urging anyone with knowledge of his whereabouts to come forward.
Major Highway Shut Down for Hours
Due to the severity of the crime and the need for thorough investigation, Highway 85-87 has been closed for an extended period between Main Street and Academy Boulevard. Drivers are advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes, as law enforcement continues to process the scene and gather evidence.
Investigation Remains Active
Detectives from the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office are leading the case, with multiple units working through the night to analyze crime scene data, review surveillance footage, and speak with witnesses. At this point, investigators have not disclosed a motive, but say that every lead is being pursued.
The Sheriff’s Office urges anyone with information related to this shooting—or the whereabouts of Eddie Charles Jackson—to call their office at (719) 390-5555 or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at (719) 634-STOP (7867).
Community on Alert, Families Grieving
This act of violence has left a deep impact on El Paso County, as the identities of the two deceased victims remain withheld out of respect for their families. The Sheriff’s Office has expressed its commitment to delivering justice and ensuring those responsible are held accountable.
As the search for Eddie Charles Jackson continues, officials ask the public to remain vigilant, and most importantly, to speak up if they know anything that could help bring resolution to this heartbreaking case.
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