Colorado Springs Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Wednesday, February 22, 2006
Add to My HeroesJared Scott Jensen
Detective Jared Jensen was shot and killed while attempting to arrest a parolee who was wanted for attempted murder.
Detective Jensen radioed dispatch that he had spotted the suspect near the intersection of Costilla Street and Hancock Avenue and that he was going to make contact with the suspect. After approaching the suspect, Detective Jensen was shot once in the face. Detective Jensen fell to the ground, and the suspect stood over him and shot him again in the face.
Four minutes later citizens called to report a shooting. Responding officers located Detective Jensen on the sidewalk suffering from two gunshot wounds. He was transported to Memorial Hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.
The suspect was apprehended by FBI and ATF agents following a massive manhunt and was subsequently convicted of second degree murder. On May 5, 2008, he was sentenced to 96 years in prison.
Detective Jensen had served with the Colorado Springs Police Department for 3.5 years. He is survived by his wife, parents, brother, sister, two step-brothers, and two step-sisters. One of his brothers also serves with the Colorado Springs Police Department.
Bio
- Age 30
- Tour 3 years, 6 months
- Badge 2305
Incident Details
- Cause Gunfire
- Weapon Handgun; .44 caliber
- Offender Sentenced to 96 years
Most Recent Reflection
View all 1,313 ReflectionsOfficer Jensen, i am sorry for what occured that day 19 years ago. The person who took your life was pure evil, as they had no reason to do what they did to you, and their actions were unjustified. From what i've read, you really were one of the good officers in not just the state of colorado, but to the US. I can tell you were a kindhearted person who loved doing what he did, and you died doing what you loved. But rest assured, that horrible scum of a person is gonna forever rot in prison for taking you away, and his time will come one day as revenge. Karma takes its time to get those who do wrong to others, and it will do the same for the cruel individual that killed you. But as of now, may you rest in peace knowing your service as an officer and detective is appreciated, and you did good for your city and the state of colorado. Rest Easy Mr. Jensen
Morgan, a civilian supporter of the blue line
March 14, 2025
