Colorado Springs police officer Jared Jensen was shot and killed Wednesday morning trying to apprehend a fugitive wanted for attempted murder. At least two shots were fired, but it's not known if both struck the officer. Police believe Jensen was shot and killed at a close range while he was down. Jensen had not fired his weapon or even removed his gun from his holster. witnesses say the officer was shot once, fell down and the suspect walked up to him and shot him again in the head. Jereme Lamberth, also known as Jereme Schwienhardt, was arrested at about
1 p.m., nearly two hours after the shooting. An FBI agent and an agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives found the suspect hiding in a
vacant trailer at a KOA campground on the 1200 block of South Nevada Avenue.

The shooting occurred just before 10:45 a.m. near the intersection of Costilla and Hancock, just west of Memorial Park. The officer had radioed in that he had spotted Lamberth, who was a fugitive wanted on suspicion of attempted first-degree murder. Witnesses say the officer approached the wanted man holding handcuffs. Minutes later, police received three 911 calls from residents reporting a shooting at that location. Chavez said the man down was holding handcuffs in his right hand. When other officers arrived to the scene to assist Jensen, they saw him down on the ground and Lamberth was no where to be seen. Jensen was transported to Memorial Hospital were he was pronounced dead at approximately 12:10 p.m. Officers locked down 10 public schools in the area and the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind searching for Lamberth. Officers also established a large perimeter between Fountain Boulevard and Pikes Peak Avenue and Hancock and Wahsatch avenues -- not allowing anyone in or out of that area.

Dozens of SWAT officers swarmed the area, going yard-to-yard looking for the suspect. A police helicopter hovered over the area, helping in the search for the suspect. Police say Lamberth was wanted for allegedly stabbing his older sister earlier this month. Melanie Schweinhardt, 32, was stabbed 13 times including in the head on Feb. 2 at an apartment at 1650 N. Murray Blvd.
Although more than 75 officers were involved in the manhunt, an FBI agent and an ATF agent who heard on the police radio about the officer down and about the ensuing manhunt, started to help in the search. FBI agent Joe Hunt and ATF agent Mark Wood tracked down fresh footprints in the area and eventually arrested Lamberth, who did not struggle. A weapon was also recovered.
 

Agency Information: Colorado Springs Police Department 705 S Nevada Ave Colorado Springs, CO 80901 Phone: (719) 444-7000
Cop Killer Schweinhardt

My prayers are with Jared's family and his police family. I am the daughter of a fallen CSPD officer, Det. Bernard Carter (EOW 1975) and widow of a Lanett PD officer, Lt. Paul Meigs (EOW) 2003. I share your grief. You will be in my prayers daily. May God bless you.

Retired Police Officer, Kathryn Carter Meigs
kpmeigs@yahoo.com

08/25/2006
08:16 AM



Cop Down by Cole Larson

Receiving A Call
Just before the shot and fall
About a fugitive on the run
No one knew he was bearing a gun

Brave like a mouse against a lion
Courageous, creative, like a courage lover Willing to take a bullet for his town
When he does his family will frown

Taking a bullet going down
The life of one slipping away
Hoping to live another day
Gasping for air to the very last breath

My prayer's all with Officer Jensen's family and fellow officer's. My 13 year old son wrote the poem "Cop Down" about officer Jensen for a class project. I was really touched by it and wanted to share it with his family and fellow officer's.

Melissa Thiel
melissia44@hotmail.com
04/26/2006
11:41 AM



To the Jensen family I had the great honor of knowing Officer Jensen i spent a week in class with him back in December. my heart goes out to the family and friends and all my fellow police officer. God bless the family and and all police officers.

Police Officer, Fort Carson (Civilian) Police Dept. CO.
mcguinness7031@yahoo.com

Date: 03/01/2006
Time: 07:00 PM



To Natalie (Jared's Wife), Jeff and your families. I want to express my sincerest condolences for the loss of Jared. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm honored that I had the opportunity to work with Jared and to share a police cruiser with him for two years. Jared, you're an Angel and you'll always be in our hearts. May God Bless you and your family! Officer Frank X. Romero FPD

Police Officer Frank X. Romero
Fountain Police Department, CO
fromero@fountainpd.com

Date: 03/09/2006
Time: 07:16 AM



I was at Detective Jared Jensen funeral. It was one of the hardest things I had to sit through. When I heard the Last Call go my heart dropped and I couldn’t help but cry. It was overwhelming driving down the precession and watching all the citizens of Colorado Springs stop what they were doing and say one last goodbye to a fallen hero. You can now watch down on your family and keep them forever safe.

Colorado Resident

03/22/2006
12:37 AM



All those who have served and given their lives are a rare breed. Every day that they report for duty and turn the key and roll out, they know in their hearts it may be the last time. But they go anyway, because that is who they are. To the dear families and Friends my heart goes out to you. There is no doubt that they are still on patrol and still watching over their families and friends from on high. Chaplain Gibson "SEMPER FI" Brothers and Sisters!

Chief Chaplain Donald Gibson
crisis_chaplain@yahoo.com
Temple Police Department
http://www.chaplain-ministries.com/law.html



Gods Blessings upon this fallen Sister/Brother and the family that grieves as well as the Law Enforcement Family. God Bless you all.

Law Enforcement Chaplaincy CFMI-HQ-TX-NM
Jessica C. Martinez
Senior Law Enforcement Chaplain
Jessica C. Martinez
Chaplain Fellowship Ministries
HQ-Temple Texas
New Mexico
CHAPMARTINEZ58@USACOPS.COM

Date: 11/10/2005
Time: 12:36 PM



May god be with this officer, his family and friends. My prayers go out to the family of this officer and to all the family's of officer's that have fallen. God Bless You All.

Aransas County Sheriff's Department, TX
Deputy Sheriff, Michael Molandes
ACSO815@copmail.com
Website: www.aransascountysheriff.com



I am very sorry for your loss. We will keep you in out hearts and prayers.

Tohono O'oldham PD
J.Morales, AZ
moralesj842001@yahoo.com



ANOTHER SAD DAY, WHEN WE LOSE ANOTHER BROTHER. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, GOD BLESS YOU.

Bernalillo County Sheriffs Dept.
Retired Deputy, GENE NESTOR
officer205@yahoo.com



GOD did not promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain, day without night, but; HE did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.
The community has lost a dedicated protector, the family a loved one, the Department a comrade, the Nation a hero, but Heaven has gained an Angel. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and I ask GOD to watch over each member and give them strength during this time of their need.

Florence Police Dept., S.C.
Retired Police Officer
W. Ken McLendon, Ret Sgt
RETLAW1991@bellsouth.net



I send my deepest sympathy to all of the family and friends. God Bless.

Shelley Blanchard



May you watch over us here on earth from your heavenly home, May The angles sing you to sleep at night - may the Lord wake you - smile on you every day until the end of time God bless You Sweet angel of the Law.

Danny
Bristol, TN
Electricbanjoman@aol.com



For the time you gave - thank you. For the bravery you showed - thank you. For the heart you put into it - thank you. For your sacrifices - thank you. For the life you gave - thank you will never be enough. My thoughts and prayers are with those whose lives were touched by the fallen officer.

Kiley, Administrative Assistant
katm94@hotmail.com



I am so sorry for your loss My heart goes out to your family

Krista Truitt
krista76374@comcast.net
criminal justice student, TX



May GOD Keep And Protect You As You Did For Us Here On Earth.. Our Prayers go out to the Family in this Hour of Need. REST IN PEACE

James W. Webb
Corrections Officer, Talladega Sheriff's Dept. AL
Iresqu6969@cableone.net



May the duty belt you wear in Heaven protect us.

Police Officer, Juan J. Valenzuela
JUANCMANEY@HOTMAIL.COM



"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God" Matthew 5:9. My families prayers and thoughts go out to your family, may God be with you.

Police Officer, Robert
North Myrtle Beach Dept. Public Safety SC.



Are prayers are with you and will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN

Lt..Alex Newton
Lapeer county sheriff department explorers, MI
lcfr343@yahoo.com
www.explorers.cjb.net



To all officers: May God bless each and every Law Enforcement Officer. Our prayers are always that you all return home safely after your shift is over. We pray that one day you will get the respect that you so deserve. Be blessed!

Linda SImmons Thomas
Sister of officer; EOW 7-10-04



May you rest in Peace our brother. May God Bless you and your family and all of your Law Enforcement Family.

Not only did the Police Department lose a hero but the entire nation lost one of our finest.
God Bless America and all those who Serve And Protect worldwide.

Respectfully:
Senior Chaplain Arthur J MArtinez-DD
MASTER CHAPLAIN FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES
TEMPLE TEXAS, NEW MEXICO



My heart goes out to the family, I myself am the Ex wife of a Deputy Sheriff with 3 children. Just want her to know I'm thinking about them. And my prayers go out to the family. Also to Parents who should not be going through this. Rest In Peace.

Linda Sanchez, Covina CA
mextexincali_1@yahoo.com



I AM VERY SORRY FOR ALL THE OFFICERS THAT HAVE BEEN KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY. IT
 IS VERY SAD WHEN YOU HERE ABOUT COPS GETTING KILLED. KEEP YOUR EYES ON GOD, AND EVERYTHING WILL BE FINE. EVERY COP IN THE U.S. ARE LIKE BROTHERS AND SISTERS
TO ME. AND AGAIN I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, AND ALWAYS KEEP YOUR EYES ON GOD.

BOSSIER PARISH SHERIFF OFFICE
Deputy Sheriff, THOMAS TEUTSCH

TANKERONE@BELLSOUTH.NET

WWW.BOSSIERSHERIFF.ORG



TO A BROTHER: YOU will NEVER be FORGOTTEN for you did something that no one else would do .
Rest in peace and watch over all of use walking the beat in heaven!!!!

Cdt. A/B Jordan Hickle
RPD (OHIO) and Airforce
marineboy09538@yahoo.com



I reflect, and remember:
All gave some
And some gave all
Some stood through
For the red, white and blue
And some had to fall
And if you ever think of me
Think of all your liberties
And recall Some gave all. (unknown writer)

APD/Cincy Children's Hospital, KY
Officer, Joe Wilder
deputy1978@hotmail.com



I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. I am a surviving wife and know first hand all of the emotional turmoil you must be going through. If I can be of any help please let me know. May God Bless You All.

With love, Gina Sharra-Surviving wife of Deputy Allen Sharra E.O.W 12-27-99

Gina Sharra, MI
ginasharra2002@yahoo.com
family survivor



Our thoughts and prayers are with the family they will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace.

Panama City Police Dept.
Police Officer, James and Shannon Williams, FL



All give some but some give ALL. Our condolences to the family. You maybe 10-7 but you will NEVER be forgotten.

All SHEP members
Sterling Heights, MI Emergency Patrol
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased



US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



My prayers are with the families of all the fallen officers

FORT WAYNE, IN CITY POLICE RETIRED
SGT IRVIN LINDSEY
sargent1934@yahoo.com



I am so sorry to hear the death of this fine and young and courageous officer and also my deeply condolences to their family. I will pray for their family to god for their safety. God have mercy on their soul.....

Private Detective
Mirza Mukarram Beg, FL
muki_71@hotmail.com



As a Law Enforcement Officer myself I am sorry to hear about the lost of one my brother or sister Law Enforcement Officer. My heart goes out to the family of all fallen Officers.

Police Officer Martin Lee
jasperpd203@yahoo.com
JASPER POLICE DEPT. FL



My prayers are with the family. My brother is a police officer that was also shot numerous times on March 27, 2004 at 10 am and was know by Kevin. I still have my brother, but lord really watched over him and still is.. I pray every night for the families GOD BLESS YOU ALL....

GOD Bless every officer, EMT, Firefighter and all.... You are in our prayers DAILY

Tracey Collins
tcollins27@bellsouth.net
Malvern, AL



It is not how hey died, but how hey lived that makes them a hero. Gone but not forgotten.

Private Security Officer
Quinn Wyse, CANADA
quinn_wyse1@hotmail.com



God bless brother/sister, continue patrol through the heaven's gate. We'll do the same out here in the City of the Angels (Los Angeles, CA).

Los Angeles Police Department, CA
Police Officer, Jeff Collado
JEPEEDY@HOTMAIL.COM



Rest in peace, god protect you and your family

Sergeant Kevin Young, NYCPD
kpyoun29@verizon.net



To My Fallen Law Enforcement Brother there are many men and woman, who will arise to the occasion of "Keeping America's Highway's Safe." "God will be there for your family, trust me," So, I say to you now that you have the best job now of being a "Highway Trooper for Heaven, Protecting God's Highways To Him."

Mark Scott
Private Security Officer, CA
yodatwolf@yahoo.com



I'm really sorry, when a police officer dies a guard angel dies too. Molly live forever in the mind of all
cops of the world (and every cops fallen in action). Edgar Solera Ex sergeant of police
(Costa Rica, Guardia Civil)

Government Agent, Guardia Civil, Costa Rica
Edgar Solera
edgarsoleramontero@yahoo.com



Our prayers are with the family

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



My deepest sympathy and prayers are with the family.

Fred Cog
Bailiff, NY



I am sorry for the deep loss to the family, friends and comrades.

US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net



The easiest way for evil to triumph, is for good men to do nothing....Edmund Burke. There are people who think that we do the job to be heroes, or for personal gain. They could never understand that it is about the person next to you.

Reserve Officer, Sergeant Aaron King
Josephine County Sheriffs Office, OR
akingermx@hotmail.com



It is abundantly clear that ALL of your fallen officers shared a common thread - they were of the highest caliber yet modest and unassuming in the approach of their duties. I believe that for as long as such
men and women patrol your streets with such commitment and professionalism, then you have much to be proud of. My heart goes out to all the bereaved families, but be assured, there is someone in "every" corner of the world who cares!

Don W.
Howling@thesilverymoon.fsnet.co.uk
Wildlife Protection Ranger (UK)
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom



May your family find peace and strength.  I know how it feels to lose a family member in the line of duty.  My prayers are with you.  They will be blessed for all that they did for us while they were here and now they can all watch over us.

Lauren, LA
summer8219@hotmail.com



Your job on earth is done and you are safely in God's hands. You are now our guardian angel who watches over us in heaven. Your family and fellow officers are in our prayers. God bless.

Beverly "Jake" Smith, Retired Reserve Officer
Gainesville Police Dept. FL
smithbc@ci.gainesville.fl.us



Walk tall, walk tall and protect us from above with honor and dignity. May you lead the charge for
citizens right in heaven as you did here on earth

Darrell Thompson
Privet Security Officer St. Clair Co. MI,
Community College Campus Patrol #14
darrell@policespecial.com
www.sc4.edu



Rest in peace, and may God allow him to keep watch over us on earth while he patrols his beat
in heaven. Our prayers go out to the Officer's Department family and friends. May they all find peace in their hearts soon.

From all the Staff at Police Special Inc.