An RTD bus shooting in Lakewood on November 5 resulted in the death of Lakewood Police agent Nicholas Graham and the suspect, while injuring three other agents and a customer.
During a Board Finance and Planning Committee meeting, RTD leadership addressed the tragedy and reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to supporting employees, customers, and law enforcement partners, RTD-Denver reported.
“This is a heartbreaking loss for the Lakewood Police Department and for the broader public service community throughout our region,” RTD General Manager and CEO Debra A. Johnson told RTD-Denver.
Johnson added that public servants dedicate themselves to protecting communities under difficult circumstances, noting that officials are grateful for their courage and sacrifice.
According to RTD Chief of Police and Emergency Management Steve Martingano, the violent sequence began as a reported hit-and-run.
Law enforcement officers tracked the suspect several hours later near the bus stop located at West Colfax and Wadsworth.
Gunfire broke out when officers approached and the suspect boarded an RTD bus, resulting in the deaths of Graham and the suspect.
Three additional agents and one customer sustained injuries during the exchange, though the bus operator avoided physical harm.
RTD Police officers arrived immediately to secure the scene and preserve critical evidence, including footage captured by the vehicle’s onboard camera system.
In the days following the shooting, RTD Police assisted investigators by coordinating records, processing video requests, and supplying technical details about the bus.
“Our thoughts remain with Agent Graham’s family, the Lakewood Police Department, the injured officers and everyone affected,” Martingano told RTD-Denver.
He said that clearing a physical crime scene does not mean the emotional experience ends for those who lived through it, adding that leadership will continue checking on staff.
Johnson emphasized that strong partnerships between transit agencies, local governments, and law enforcement remain essential for maintaining security.
She also pointed out that while incidents of this magnitude are deeply troubling, violent events on the transit network remain exceedingly rare.
Finance and Planning Committee Chair Director Karen Benker led the board in a moment of silence to honor the victims following the opening remarks.
RTD confirmed that its Honor Guard will participate in Agent Graham’s upcoming memorial service.
The agency said that it will continue cooperating fully with investigators as the multi-agency inquiry moves forward.
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