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Denver robbery suspect captured in Lakewood, police say

Police said schools in the area of Mississippi Avenue and South Dudley Street were placed under a lockout as a precaution.
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LAKEWOOD, Colo. — A Denver robbery suspect was apprehended in Lakewood Thursday afternoon.

In a social media post, the Lakewood Police Department warned of a large police presence in the area of Mississippi Avenue and South Dudley Street around 1:42 p.m.

In an update, Lakewood police said the West Metro SWAT Team assisted the Denver Police Department with apprehending a fugitive. The warrant was for robbery and menacing, according to Lakewood PD.

The suspect was taken into custody without incident, Lakewood police said.

Schools in the area were placed under a lockout as a precaution. Nearby schools include Patterson International Elementary School and Alameda International Jr./ Sr. High.


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