UPDATE: A tragic shooting in east Greeley has left a 16-year-old, Musafili Reyubeni, dead, with police indicating potential gang involvement. This shocking incident unfolded last week, and new revelations are emerging as authorities investigate.
According to an arrest affidavit, police discovered numerous items linked to gang activity at the home of 18-year-old Anthony Dominguez. Dominguez initially misled investigators, claiming another individual was responsible for the shooting. However, eyewitness accounts soon contradicted his statement, revealing Dominguez as the shooter.
In a startling confession, Dominguez admitted to fatally shooting Reyubeni, claiming he believed the handgun was unloaded when he pointed it at the victim. Police photographs from the scene show the magazine still present in the firearm, contradicting his assertion.
The incident occurred around 4 p.m. on July 15, 2023, in the 800 block of E. 20th Street Road. Officers found Reyubeni with a severe gunshot wound to the head. He was rushed to North Colorado Medical Center in critical condition, where he succumbed to his injuries the following day.
Dominguez’s blood alcohol content tested at 0.067 following the incident, above the legal limit for minors. Furthermore, records reveal he is currently on probation for a previous third-degree assault charge from 2021.
Greeley police arrested Dominguez on July 21, 2023, on charges including first-degree assault and unlawfully aiming a firearm. Updated charges are pending as the Weld County District Attorney has until 3:30 p.m. Wednesday to file. Dominguez is currently held at the Weld County Jail on a $300,000 bond.
This incident raises serious concerns about youth violence and gang affiliations in the community. As families mourn the loss of a young life, the urgency of addressing these issues has never been more critical.
The Greeley Police Department continues to investigate this tragic event. Authorities urge anyone with additional information to come forward as they work to ensure justice for Reyubeni’s family. Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
