Tag: Rtd Police
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RTD transit police cite sharp declines in security calls, drug activity as top 2025 achievements
The Regional Transportation District Transit Police Department reported marked reductions in security incidents and drug-related reports across the transit system in 2025. The department cited the consistent declines as a leading accomplishment in a year-end statement on community safety progress, according to a news release. Security calls fell about 21% on average through late autumn…
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RTD launches five-detective investigative bureau
The Regional Transportation District launched its own five-detective investigative bureau on Wednesday, allowing it to look into crimes that took place on buses, trains and RTD property without relying on other authorities. The bureau, the creation of which was first announced in January, will give the agency the ability to more directly work with victims…
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Regional Transportation District police using virtual reality for training
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The Regional Transportation District Transit Police Department is taking simulation training a step forward by adopting a virtual reality system using computerized goggles and equipment that can simulate confrontations and situations to improve transit police officers’ skills in proper, effective taser deployment. The system is…
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As crime in Denver soars, RTD finds itself in the frontlines
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The Lakewood Police Department described a disturbing scene that unfolded on Feb. 13 at a Regional Transportation District light rail station. Two teenage girls allegedly assaulted a man at the Wadsworth Boulevard light rail station, the police said. The teens seemingly attacked the man at random, holding him down, kicking him and calling him racial slurs,…