Lakewood Police Department
Coverage of Lakewood Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- Service member among 2 arrested after missing man probe leads cops to body dump site on Army base
A missing person investigation in Washington state led to the discovery of human remains on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, resulting in the arrest of two suspects, including an active-duty service member. The suspects, Humberto Rodriguez Hernandez and Aydee Casado-Dominguez, are charged with homicide, and the Army Criminal Investigation Division is assisting local police in the ongoing probe.
- Lakewood Police Department's Vacation Check program monitors homes while residents are away
The Lakewood Police Department's Vacation Check program uses volunteers to monitor homes during residents' absences, checking for forced entry and suspicious activity. Launched in 2024, it operates busiest during summer and holidays, with 4-5 properties active at a time, fostering community trust and providing security reassurance.
- Two Denver metro families call for safer streets after drivers crash into their homes over the weekend
Two Denver metro families in Commerce City and Lakewood experienced vehicle crashes that damaged their homes over the weekend. A suspected drunk driver crashed into a Commerce City home, injuring one family member, while another driver in Lakewood smashed through a garage, prompting calls for traffic safety measures like speed humps and stop signs.