“The Racist Side of Colorado No One Wants to Talk About”: Instagram Video Ignites Debate

Bree DelToro drew widespread attention after posting an Instagram video alleging that people of color are routinely treated differently across Colorado. She titled the post, "The RACIST side of COLORADO no one wants to talk about!!!" and included a caption describing how her view of the state changed after living there.

What DelToro Said

In the video's caption, DelToro wrote:

"I actually didn't realize how racist a lot of people are in CO until after living here. And I've come to realize that it doesn't matter whether you're a local or not. It doesn't matter if you have money and manners. As long as you're brown, you will be treated differently by a lot of the white people in this state."

During the clip, DelToro recounted what she described as her worst encounter to date, which she said took place in Denver after skating downtown. She said she and a cousin were sitting outside a train station drinking hot chocolate when an elderly white woman approached them and allegedly attempted to spit in their direction. DelToro used strong and profane language to describe the woman and said the incident was emblematic of how nonwhite residents are treated in Colorado.

Reaction And Context

The post prompted debate online: some users supported DelToro's account and shared similar experiences, while others questioned details of the incident or asked for independent verification. The original report does not cite law enforcement or independent confirmation of the alleged spitting incident.

Note: The video contains charged language and personal testimony. The account reflects DelToro's perspective and has generated discussion about everyday discrimination in Colorado.