Police Officer Evan Dunn, Golden Police Department, Colorado

Police Officer Evan Dunn

Golden Police Department, Colorado

End of Watch Wednesday, November 6, 2024

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Evan Dunn

Police Officer Evan Dunn was struck and killed by a drunk driver while investigating a crash scene on Highway 58 at 5:00 p.m.

Officer Dunn and his partner were outside their patrol cars when a vehicle approached the scene and struck them. They were both trapped underneath the car from the original crash. Officer Dunn died at the scene. The other officer is in critical condition. The drivers from the initial crash were also injured from the impact.

The suspect was apprehended, refused a blood and breathalyzer test, and pleaded not guilty to vehicular homicide and driving under the influence. In 2025, he pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide and vehicular assault, dismissing a felony and two misdemeanors as part of his plea deal. He will be sentenced in January 2026.

Officer Dunn is a United States Army and Army National Guard veteran and served with the Golden Police Department for four months. He is survived by his wife, parents, and two siblings.

Bio

Age 33
Tour 4 months
Badge Not available
Military Veteran

Incident Details

Cause Vehicular assault
Weapon Automobile; Alcohol involved
Offender Pleaded guilty; awaiting sentencing

accident scene, Impaired Driver

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Officer Dunn,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 6, 2025