The community of Longmont was met with somber news as the Boulder County Coroner’s Office confirmed the identity of a body found in Oligarchy Creek. The deceased was identified as 60-year-old Robert Duran, according to the Boulder County Coroner’s Office. Duran’s body was discovered submerged in the waters of the creek on May 19th, but the cause and manner of death are still under investigation.
Neighbors and residents expressed their shock and sadness upon learning the identity of the decedent. The quiet community, not often the backdrop for such grim occurrences, is struggling to come to terms with the loss. Although little information has been made available, official updates suggest a comprehensive ongoing investigation. The Boulder County Coroner’s Office has yet to release details on what might have led to Duran’s presence in the creek, but they have assured the public that a thorough investigation is underway…