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In the News: Retired Denver Gang Cop Revisits Past, Gives Items to Police Museum

The DPLEM was recently featured in a story in the Denver Post. A surge of gang violence in northeast Denver, including several fatal shootings, frustrates a retired police gang unit lieutenant who battles Crips, Bloods and various other gangs more than 30 years ago. “The gangs haven’t changed,” said Lou Lopex, 83, who retired from …

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History of African-American Officers in Denver

The Denver Police Museum presents a look at the past, highlighting male and female African American police officers who have served the community. The exhibit will feature oral histories from retired officers, as well as uniforms, badges and other artifacts. Photos from May 6 Reception