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Lakewood police agent killed, 3 officers shot, 1 civilian injured in shooting on an RTD bus; suspect was killed in shootout
CBS News • • nation
Key Points:
- Four Lakewood police officers were shot during a confrontation with a suspect who opened fire while boarding an RTD bus; the suspect was fatally shot by police at the scene.
- One officer has died, three others were hospitalized, and one bystander was also injured and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
- The incident occurred near the intersection of West Colfax Ave. and Wadsworth Blvd., prompting a large police response and road closures in the area.
- RTD confirmed the shooting happened on a Route 76 bus and stated there are no current impacts to their service while cooperating with the investigation.
- Governor Jared Polis expressed condolences to the fallen officer’s family and support for the injured officers and civilian, praising law enforcement’s dedication and bravery.
