Longmont, Colorado – A tragic incident unfolded at a bus stop in Longmont, Colorado, on Thursday, resulting in the death of a man identified as Brendan Murphy, 44. According to an arrest affidavit, witnesses reported seeing a man attacking another with a tree branch.
The suspect, Kamaloni Manu, admitted to investigators his involvement in the attack. The assault, captured on school cameras, showed Manu striking the victim multiple times with the stick without any provocation. Despite initial claims of witnessing a fight between two other men, Manu eventually confessed to the attack after being confronted with video evidence.
Following a 911 call reporting a fight near a bus stop in Longmont, police located and arrested Manu about an hour and a half after the assault. Multiple witnesses corroborated the reports of the attack, detailing the events that led to the tragic outcome.
Upon further investigation, it was revealed that the assault occurred near Front Range Community College. The victim, Murphy, was found near a tree at the bus stop before being viciously attacked by Manu. The video evidence proved crucial in showcasing the severity of the incident and ultimately leading to Manu’s admission of guilt.
The Boulder County coroner identified Murphy as the victim, shedding light on the devastating consequences of the altercation. While Manu initially denied his involvement, the weight of the evidence presented to him prompted a change in his stance, ultimately leading to his confession.
The Longmont community was left in shock following the tragic events that unfolded at the bus stop. As the investigation continues, authorities work to piece together the details surrounding the altercation that claimed Murphy’s life. Manu awaits further legal proceedings as the consequences of his actions come to light.