The death of a 20-year-old man in Glenwood Springs, Colorado is raising questions about his intent and motive. The man, identified as Carbondale resident Diego Barajas Medina, was found dead in the women's restroom at the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park on Saturday morning. He was heavily armed with an AR-style rifle, a semi-automatic handgun, body armor, and a ballistic helmet. Both real and fake explosives were also discovered near the scene.
Authorities believe that Medina illegally entered the park after hours, dressed in black tactical clothing and wearing patches and emblems that resembled law enforcement. The exact reason for his actions remains unknown, as there was no apparent history or motive mentioned by family or friends. It is also unclear whether the message written on the wall of the restroom, stating "I am not a killer, I just wanted to get into the caves," was written by Medina himself.
The Garfield County Coroner's Office is currently conducting an autopsy, but law enforcement officials believe that the death was a suicide. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are searching Medina's home for any additional information that could shed light on his actions.