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Four Colorado law enforcement officers were shot on Thursday (November 5) in Lakewood, with one officer losing their life in the line of duty. According to The Colorado Sun, the incident occurred near the intersection of West Colfax Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard, just outside Denver. A civilian was also injured and taken to a local hospital.
Lakewood Police Department spokesperson John Romero stated that officers responded to reports of a suspicious person around 6:30 p.m. The suspect, who was allegedly involved in a hit-and-run earlier that day, attempted to board a Regional Transportation District (RTD) bus. As officers approached, the suspect opened fire, leading to a gunfight in which the suspect was killed, ABC News reported.
The identities of the officers and the suspect have not been released. The condition of the three injured officers remains unknown, as noted by NewsNation. The Jefferson County Critical Incident Response Team will investigate the shooting.
Governor Jared Polis expressed his condolences, stating, "Law enforcement put their lives on the line for our safety every day and I am heartbroken to learn that a Lakewood Police Agent was killed in the line of duty this evening." He extended his thoughts to the injured officers and the civilian, wishing them a speedy recovery.
The RTD expressed its concern over the incident, emphasizing the safety and well-being of its customers and employees as a top priority. More details are expected to be released as the investigation continues.