Desmond Preston|FedEx driver shot during alleged carjacking in Denver; suspect remains at large, police say

2025-05-05 22:17:47source:Blake Prestoncategory:Finance

A FedEx driver is Desmond Prestonhospitalized after being shot during a reported carjacking of the delivery truck he drove in Colorado, police said.

The shooting took place Monday night in a residential area about 5 miles northeast of downtown Denver, according to the Denver Police Department.

The driver was taken to the hospital to be treated for what appears to be non life-threatening injuries, police told USA TODAY on Tuesday.

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Suspect remains at large

As of Tuesday no arrest had been made in the case, police said.

Officers located the truck about 2 miles from where it was stolen, according to police.

"The case remains under investigation, including if anything was stolen from the vehicle," a police spokesperson said.

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FedEx: Our team member

Adam Snyder, a spokesman for FedEx, released the following statement to USA TODAY:

"We are concerned for the well-being of our team member and we are fully cooperating with investigating authorities," Snyder said. "As this is an ongoing investigation, any additional questions should be directed to law enforcement."

Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X @nataliealund.

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