Fourth suspect in alleged 14-hour torture of roommate apprehended by police

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a fourth suspect, Jimmy Ray Smith II, in connection with the alleged 14-hour torture of a housemate last month. Smith and three other men are accused of tying their 45-year-old male roommate to a chair, beating him with a bat, and setting him on fire. The victim was hospitalized with severe injuries, and no motive has been disclosed. The victim had been living at the home with his sister for a couple of weeks and had attempted to escape before the attack, but was unsuccessful. The owner of the home, Jason Carlson, and two other suspects, Luke Anaya and Sherell Allen, were arrested earlier and face felony charges including attempted first-degree murder, kidnapping, and assault. All four suspects are being held on cash-only bonds ranging from $150,000 to $300,000. The arrest of Smith brings closure to the investigation into this horrifying incident that has shocked the community. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office worked diligently alongside Denver police to track down and apprehend all suspects involved in this gruesome crime. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and reporting any suspicious activities to authorities promptly.

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