Longmont police are actively searching for a suspect wanted in connection with a shooting incident that occurred on Saturday, September 12, 2026, outside a Dollar Tree located at 2255 Main Street in Longmont, Colorado. The incident began when a man and a juvenile male encountered each other inside the store, leading to an altercation. According to Longmont Police Department spokesperson Sandra Seader, the situation escalated when the juvenile picked up a weapon, prompting the man to draw a firearm and fire multiple rounds in the parking lot. The gunfire struck the juvenile in the lower extremities. City spokesperson Robin Ericson confirmed on Monday that the juvenile victim has been released from the hospital and is recovering. As of 10 a.m. on Monday, no arrests had been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. Police have cordoned off the entrance to the Dollar Tree and several vehicles in the parking lot, including a red Chevrolet pickup, as part of their evidence collection efforts. The assailant struck several vehicles parked in the lot while fleeing the scene. Authorities have stated that there is currently no known threat to the public, but the suspect remains at large. The juvenile is the only person reported injured in the incident. Longmont police are urging anyone with information regarding the suspect's whereabouts or identity to contact the Longmont Police Department. The department continues to gather evidence and interview witnesses to identify and apprehend the individual responsible for the shooting. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement immediately.