Current:Home > MyCommunity remembers Sam Knopp, the student killed at a university dorm in Colorado-Angel Dreamer Wealth Society D1 Reviews & Insights
Community remembers Sam Knopp, the student killed at a university dorm in Colorado
View Date:2024-12-23 18:35:55
Days after a devastating shooting at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs that took the lives of Samuel Knopp and Celie Montgomery, the school's community and friends of the dead are coping with the aftermath.
Monday was declared a day of healing at the university, as hundreds of students, staff, and community members took part in a walk to honor the victims.
Those who knew Knopp recalled to "CBS Mornings" what happened when they heard about the shooting.
"We were just calling everybody trying to make sure that everybody was okay, and we just never heard from Sam," said Michael Miller, one of Knopp's friends. "The fact that somebody went and shot him is just, just horrific."
After an intense three-day search, Nicholas Jordan, 25, was arrested during a traffic stop just miles from the campus dormitory where the double homicide took place, according to police. The Colorado Springs Police Department told CBS News that Jordan, of Detroit, and Knopp, a 24-year-old registered student from Parker, were roommates. Montgomery, 26, was from Pueblo.
Jordan now faces two counts of first-degree murder, with his court appearance scheduled for later today.
Glen Whitehead, department chair for visual and performing arts at the university, said he worked with Knopp since his freshman year. Knopp was a talented guitarist according to Whitehead and was preparing for his final recital ahead of graduation in the spring.
"He was one of our best music majors," said Whitehead. "(He) was a real virtuoso."
Chief Adrian Vasquez of the Colorado Springs Police Department said "we have put every effort into ensuring that justice is brought forward for Sam and Celie."
As classes resume, the university's music program is considering a tribute to honor Knopp's memory on what would have been the day of his final guitar performance.
Nancy ChenNancy Chen is a CBS News correspondent, reporting across all broadcasts and platforms.
Twitter InstagramveryGood! (73)
Related
- Fantasy football waiver wire: 10 players to add for NFL Week 11
- Slash’s Stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight’s Cause of Death Revealed
- Feds: U.S. student was extremist who practiced bomb-making skills in dorm
- Move over, Tolkien: Brandon Sanderson is rapidly becoming the face of modern fantasy
- Joey Logano wins Phoenix finale for 3rd NASCAR Cup championship in 1-2 finish for Team Penske
- While not as popular as dogs, ferrets are the 'clowns of the clinic,' vet says
- Vinnie Pasquantino injury: Royals lose slugger for stretch run after bizarre play
- Poland eases abortion access with new guidelines for doctors under a restrictive law
- Larry Hobbs, who guided AP’s coverage of Florida news for decades, has died at 83
- Slash’s Stepdaughter Lucy-Bleu Knight’s Cause of Death Revealed
Ranking
- Tua Tagovailoa tackle: Dolphins QB laughs off taking knee to head vs. Rams on 'MNF'
- Matthew Gaudreau's Wife Madeline Pregnant With Their First Baby Amid His Death
- GOP nominee for governor in North Carolina has a history of inflammatory words. It could cost Trump
- Are banks, post offices, UPS and FedEx open on Labor Day? Here's what to know
- Rōki Sasaki is coming to MLB: Dodgers the favorite to sign Japanese ace for cheap?
- Nvidia sees stock prices drop after record Q2 earnings. Here's why.
- When are the 2024 MTV VMAs? Date, time, performers and how to vote for your faves
- Allison Holker, wife of the late Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, teases a new relationship
Recommendation
-
RHOBH's Kyle Richards Shares Reaction to BFF Teddi Mellencamp's Divorce
-
Emma Roberts Weighs in on Britney Spears Biopic Casting Rumors
-
Young girls are using anti-aging products they see on social media. The harm is more than skin deep
-
Ulta Flash Deals Starting at $9.50: You Have 24 Hours to Get 50% off MAC, IGK, Bondi Boost, L'ange & More
-
COINIXIAI Introduce
-
Artem Chigvintsev Says Nikki Garcia Threw Shoes at Him in 911 Call Made Before Arrest
-
GOP nominee for governor in North Carolina has a history of inflammatory words. It could cost Trump
-
Patrick Mahomes: Taylor Swift is so interested in football that she's 'drawing up plays'