1.   Denver police said the suspect had earlier made threats to kill his ex-girlfriend and then himself.

2.   He denied making threats to kill her.

3.   He has made threats of physical harm to himself and others.

4.   He wanted more money and over the next few weeks made further threats.

5.   Kantor acknowledged arguing with the driver but vehemently denied making any threats.

6.   Neighbours say that they heard Gardiner make threats against his wife.

7.   Police, who were alerted to the photographs by Zona, deny that such a threat was made.