Aurora Jury Convicts Woman in Deadly Home Invasion
April Collingwood receives 22 years in prison following a 2025 home invasion that left one teenager dead.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Violence
April Collingwood has been sentenced to 22 years in prison after a jury convicted her of nine felonies related to a home invasion. The incident, which occurred at an Aurora apartment, resulted in the death of 16-year-old Audrina Fedelina Arrington.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a legal process that saw murder charges dropped against the defendants earlier this year. The case highlights the severe legal consequences for participants in home invasions that escalate into fatal violence.
April Collingwood received a 22-year prison sentence following her July conviction on nine felony charges. Co-defendants David Gunion and Cooper Miller were previously sentenced to 15 years and 10 years in prison, respectively.
The players
April Collingwood
She is the individual recently sentenced to 22 years in prison for her role in the home invasion.
Audrina Fedelina Arrington
The 16-year-old victim was killed during the home invasion at her residence.
David Gunion
He is a defendant in the case who received a 15-year prison sentence for first-degree burglary.
Cooper Miller
He is a defendant in the case who received a 10-year prison sentence for second-degree burglary.
The details
Two men broke into the apartment in the 10600 block of East Jewell Avenue, sparking a fight with residents. During the altercation, at least five shots were fired, resulting in a fatal gunshot wound to the jaw of Audrina Fedelina Arrington.
Timeline
Jan. 7, 2025: Audrina Fedelina Arrington was shot and killed.
March 2025: Cooper Miller pleaded guilty to burglary.
May 2025: Prosecutors dismissed second-degree murder charges.
July 2025: April Collingwood and David Gunion were convicted by a jury.
Oct. 12, 2026: April Collingwood was sentenced to prison.
Legal Context
The sentencing reflects the application of Colorado burglary sentencing guidelines to violent residential intrusions. The case follows a pattern of high-stakes litigation where charges for specific felonies are balanced against broader criminal conduct.
The conclusion of this case offers clarity to residents near East Jewell Avenue regarding the legal resolution of the violent incident. Residents can monitor local court records for any final administrative filings related to the case.
The takeaway
This case underscores the severe repercussions of residential burglary convictions in the legal system. Security experts often recommend that residents invest in reinforced entry hardware and alarm systems to deter potential home invasions.
Further reading
Read more about local public safety and judicial outcomes in Aurora Violence.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Denver Post.
