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1401 FORD ST, GOLDEN, CO 80401 303-279-5674 • www.goldencag.org used lethal force that ‘was not consistent with that of a reasonable o cer,’” the statement read. e Clear Creek Sheri ’s O ce also has agreed to train and certify all its patrol o cers in crisis intervention. e rm added that the Colorado State Patrol will develop a virtual reality training based on Glass’ death, with “a focus on de-escalation in a highstress situation.” e Town of Georgetown released a statement calling Glass’ death “avoidable.”

“ ese agreements recognize the critical importance that law enforcement respond to emergencies, including situations involving mental health crises, with professionalism, empathy and an emphasis on de-escalation,” a statement from the the Rathod-Mohamedbhai law rm stated.

In addition to the millions of dollars, Clear Creek County has agreed to dedicate a public park to Glass, which will be selected in consultation with his parents.

“Georgetown will devote the resources necessary to developing new and better ways for identifying and providing assistance to those, like Christian, who need it most,” the statement read.

Georgetown added that o cers have been attending courses in intensive crisis intervention responses and are participating in a “countywide coresponder program that allows for the presence of a mental health professional and paramedic tandem to assist law enforcement in future settings.”

Idaho Springs Mayor Chuck Harmon, in a statement on behalf of the city council, said: “We hope that settlement of this matter can provide closure to the many people involved. City leadership remains committed to the constant self-evaluation and betterment of the (Idaho Springs Police Department) in all ways.”

Idaho Springs, the statement added, “continues to work collaboratively with the Je erson Center for Mental Health, which has a licensed clinician ride with an o cer/deputy each week for community outreach.” e statement also said that “ISPD also continues to develop a mental health co-responder program within Clear Creek County.”