Desireé Marie Terrazas, 39, was killed on the evening of March 2, 2024, in the 2700 block of West Iliff Avenue in Denver. An autopsy confirmed a gunshot wound as the cause of death, and the manner of death was ruled a homicide. Authorities determined the incident was related to domestic violence.

Born August 10, 1984, in Denver, Desireé was the eldest of three children and worked in medical insurance coding. She was a mother to two sons, Damien and Isaac, and her family said she enjoyed spending time outdoors, gardening, and tending to her yard; they remembered her bright smile and distinctive giggle.

A suspect was identified and arrested in connection with the shooting. If anyone knew Desireé, her routines, or has information about the events around March 2, investigators would welcome hearing from you.