On the morning of August 10, 2025, at approximately 6:08 a.m., Aurora Police officers responded promptly to reports of a shooting in the 500 block of Station Boulevard. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered two male victims, Michael Johnson, 19, and David Ramirez, 20, near a local basketball court, both suffering from gunshot wounds.
Emergency medical personnel from the Aurora Fire Department swiftly transported the victims to nearby hospitals for urgent medical care. Authorities report that Michael Johnson sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to recover. However, David Ramirez remains in critical condition, and his prognosis is still uncertain as medical teams continue treatment.
Detectives from the Aurora Police Department’s Investigations Bureau, accompanied by evidence technicians, arrived on the scene to begin a thorough investigation. They are working diligently to piece together the circumstances that led to this violent incident, focusing on forensic evidence and witness statements.
Preliminary findings indicate this shooting was an isolated event involving known acquaintances, rather than a random act of violence or a threat to the broader community. A firearm was recovered at the scene, which police believe is connected to the shooting. However, the suspect fled before law enforcement arrived, prompting an active search.
The Aurora Police Department has identified 24-year-old Aaron Conley of Aurora as the suspect in this case. Conley is described as a Black male with short dreadlocks and brown eyes. He stands approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs around 185 pounds. At the time of the incident, he was last seen wearing all-black clothing.
Authorities are urging the public to exercise caution and not approach Conley if he is spotted. Instead, anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is encouraged to immediately contact the Aurora Police Department through emergency number 9-1-1 or the non-emergency line at (630) 256-5000.
The investigation remains ongoing, and detectives continue to seek additional information that could assist in locating Conley and bringing him into custody. Community members with any knowledge of the incident or the suspect’s location are urged to come forward.
Tips can be reported anonymously through Aurora Area Crime Stoppers at (630) 892-1000
Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of felony offenders or capture of fugitives.
The Aurora Police Department reassures residents that there is no known ongoing threat to public safety but reminds everyone to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity.
This shooting serves as a stark reminder of the importance of community cooperation in keeping neighborhoods safe, and law enforcement remains committed to resolving this case swiftly and thoroughly.
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