Gloria Madrid was born in Pueblo February 16, 1952. She attended Centennial High School but dropped out to marry Charles Madrid in 1968. The couple had two sons, Steve and Michael Madrid.
Gloria worked as a clerk for the Sheriff’s Department from January 1978 to February 1982. She enjoyed camping and had many friends. Her family describes her as a “free spirit” who liked to be around people.
Tragedy struck the family in 1989 when Charles, who worked for the city of Pueblo, was hit by a city truck and killed. Gloria worked for the Target Warehouse at Pueblo Airport for several years. She drove a fork lift.
On December 2, 1991, her body was discovered in her apartment by family members. Gloria Madrid had been strangled. Her 1990 Chevrolet Corsica was found three miles southwest near Lake Minnequa. This murder has never been solved.
If you think you may have information regarding this crime, please call the Pueblo Police Department at (719) 553-2538. Or, if you wish to remain anonymous, please call Crime Stoppers at (719) 542-7867. You may be eligible for a reward.