Theater victims report harassment

— Victims and witnesses in the July 20 Colorado theater shooting have been pestered by conspiracy theorists, impersonated in court filings and had their addresses and phone numbers posted online, prosecutors said.

In a document made public late Wednesday, District Attorney George Brauchler said some victims are concerned for their safety because of the unwanted attention.

Brauchler asked District Judge William Sylvester to ensure the victims’ and witnesses’ names are blacked out on any documents released in the future, although many were identified in previously released court filings and some have granted media interviews, called news conferences or appeared at public events.

James Holmes is accused of killing 12 people and wounding 70 at a theater in Aurora.

Front Section, Pages 3 on 02/08/2013

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