Denver police are investigating a homicide after a 41-year-old man was found dead Sunday evening in the area of Colfax Avenue and Downing Street.

Police initially announced the shooting at 9:25 p.m. Sunday on X.

The man was later identified as James Prater. He died from a gunshot wound and his death was a homicide, according to the Denver Office of the Medical Examiner.

Authorities did not have suspect information and did not give any additional details about the incident.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call 720-913-7867.

Updated at 2:24 p.m. April 4, 2024: This article was updated to include the identity of the man who was killed and the cause and manner of his death.

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