Colorado leaders react to Dallas police slayings - #lakewoodnews

Colorado law enforcement agencies and elected officials offered their support for Dallas police and called for unity the morning after five officers were killed and seven others were wounded during a protest in the nation's ninth-largest city.

Gunmen shot the officers the night of July 7 during a protest over police shootings of black men earlier in the week in Minnesota and Louisiana. Four of the slain officers were with the Dallas Police Department and one was with Dallas Area Rapid Transit.

Here are some of the statements by Colorado leaders:

U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter, D-Golden:

"The attack in Dallas is tragic and horrifying. My heart goes out to the families of the fallen officers, those who were injured and the entire Dallas community. Just as individuals and families should feel safe in their communities and have the freedom to exercise the right to free speech, law enforcement officials should not fear for their lives as they serve and protect our communities.

"It is more important than ever that we work to overcome the divisiveness and violence in this country. We must come together as one community and one nation to prevent future loss of life and heal from these devastating events."

U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colorado:

"I'm horrified by the deadly events of this week. No one should ever be targeted because of the color of their skin, or the color blue of a police uniform. I join the nation in grieving for the loss of life that's sent shockwaves throughout our communities this week, and I pray that we can unite and show the world that good ultimately overcomes evil and peace will prevail."

Parker Police Chief David King:

"On behalf of the Parker Police Department, we express our solemn heartfelt prayers and sympathy to the Dallas Police Department, Dallas Area Rapid Transit authority, their family members and the community they serve. This act of violence and attack on law enforcement has hit the very core of this nation. We extend our condolences to all affected, as we mourn the loss of five officers."

State Rep. Crisanta Duran, D-Denver:

"My heart goes out to all those in Baton Rouge, Minneapolis and Dallas who have been impacted by senseless violence this week. The incidents in Louisiana, Minnesota and Texas show us that rebuilding trust will never be complete until we move forward as a nation to ease racial tensions and treat all Americans with justice and equality." 

Arvada Mayor Marc Williams:

"A sad day. Please keep all police officers here in Arvada and across the country in your thoughts and prayers."

U.S. Rep. Dianna DeGette, D-Denver (via Twitter):

"Ambush of police during peaceful protest is shocking, on top of earlier tragedies this week. So many shootings; our communities must heal."

Colorado State Patrol (via Twitter):

"America's Thin Blue Line was penetrated by evil last night. Now we heal together. Prayers for Dallas."

Lakewood Police Department (via Twitter):

"Our thoughts are with the men, women and the families of the (Dallas Police Department). We stand with you and send our condolences."

 

 

 

 

 

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