Four arrested in SecurityWidefield homicide, one still wanted
Apr 04, 2025
(SECURITY-WIDEFIELD, Colo.) — Two adults and two minors have been arrested in connection to a shooting in Security-Widefield in January, in which three people were injured and one killed. A fifth suspect is still sought in connection to the case.
According to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office
(EPSO), 18-year-old Ami Gallegos and 20-year-old Noah Watkins were arrested on Friday, April 4, along with two minors by the Violent Offender Fugitive Task Force and the EPSO SWAT Team. The arrests came after new information was received regarding the shooting death of 19-year-old Jonah Thirkill at a home in Security-Widefield in January.
Shooting at Dove Creek Circle. Courtesy: FOX21 Photojournalist Sean ScottShooting at Dove Creek Circle. Courtesy: FOX21 Photojournalist Sean ScottShooting at Dove Creek Circle. Courtesy: FOX21 Photojournalist Sean ScottAmi Gallegos. Courtesy: El Paso County Sheriff's Office.Ami Gallegos. Courtesy: El Paso County Sheriff's Office.Noah Watkins. Courtesy: El Paso County Sheriff's Office.Noah Watkins. Courtesy: El Paso County Sheriff's Office.
EPSO deputies originally responded on Jan. 16 to a reported shooting at a home on Dove Creek Circle, near South Powers Boulevard and Fontaine Boulevard. When they arrived, they found three people with apparent gunshot wounds.
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Two of the shooting victims were taken to the hospital and subsequently released, but one died on scene. That victim was later identified as Thirkill. A fourth victim involved in the Dove Creek shooting arrived at the hospital a short time later with a gunshot wound.
EPSO said recent new information led to arrest warrants being issued for five people; Gallegos, Watkins, the two arrested minors, and 20-year-old Zion Alexander Tilmon, who remains at large.
Gallegos, Watkins, and the two minors have each been charged with:
Second degree murder
Aggravated robbery (five counts)
Second degree attempted murder (two counts)
First degree assault (two counts)
Menacing (five counts)
Prohibited use of weapons
Theft
EPSO continues to search for Tilmon, who is wanted on numerous charges including second degree murder.
Zion Tilmon. Courtesy: El Paso County Sheriff's Office.
Tilmon is approximately 5’06” tall, 190 lbs., and can be described as a black male with black hair and black eyes. EPSO said he is likely in the Colorado Springs or Denver area, and should be considered armed and dangerous. Members of the public should not approach Tilmon if seen, and should instead contact the EPSO non-emergency line at 719-390-5555.
“I am extremely proud of the dedication my Investigations Division has demonstrated,” said El Paso County Sheriff Roybal, “providing justice for Mr. Thirkill and the other victims. My Office will continue our efforts to find Zion Tilmon, ensuring all five of these dangerous criminals are held accountable for their actions. ...read more read less