On May 13, 2017, Barbara Pepper, 53, was found dead at her Colorado Springs home alongside her 20-year-old son, Christopher Pepper. Authorities responded to reports of gunshots and discovered both bodies inside the residence.

A 19-year-old family friend, Elijah Phillips, had been living with the Peppers after they took him in and helped him find work following his leaving college. Within hours of the discovery, Phillips was located and arrested after community tips; reports say he stole the family’s vehicle after the killings. The motive has not been reported.

If anyone knew Barbara, Christopher, or their connection to Phillips, or saw the vehicle taken from the scene, please share information that could help the investigation.