Luca Hanlon Obituary, Death – University of Colorado Boulder Community Mourn
The University of Colorado Boulder community is mourning the death of Luca Hanlon, a 19-year-old second-year student who was killed in an off-campus shooting on Halloween night, October 31, 2026.
The university confirmed Hanlon’s death on November 2 after the Boulder County Coroner identified him as the victim of the shooting in the University Hill neighbourhood. Hanlon was studying media production in the College of Communication, Media, Design and Information.
What Happened in the Boulder Shooting?
According to Boulder Police, officers responded at approximately 11:28 p.m. on October 31 to reports of gunfire at a residence in the 700 block of Marine Street. They found two 19-year-old men with gunshot wounds. Both were taken to hospital, where Hanlon later died. The second student was critically injured.
Investigators said the shooting followed a confrontation involving a group attempting to force its way into the residence after a large Halloween party had been shut down by police earlier that evening.
Arrest and Ongoing Investigation
Police arrested 18-year-old Omar Perez of Thornton in connection with the shooting. He faces charges that include first-degree murder and other serious offences. Authorities have said he was not affiliated with the university.
The charges are allegations, and Perez is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court. Police have continued investigating whether other individuals were involved.
University Community Remembers Luca
CU Boulder expressed sorrow over Hanlon’s death and said university offices were working to support his family and members of the campus community affected by the tragedy. Students and friends also gathered for a campus vigil to remember him.
The university asked the public to respect the privacy of Hanlon’s family, friends and loved ones.
Obituary and Memorial Information
Further details about private family arrangements, visitation or funeral services should be included only when confirmed by the family or an authorised representative. The university’s public announcement confirmed Hanlon’s identity and death but did not provide funeral arrangements.
Luca Hanlon’s death has left friends, classmates and the wider university community grieving a young life lost to violence.