July 26th 2024.
The town of Lakeside was rocked by scandal when their Police Chief, Robert Gordanier, and his daughter, Brenda Hamilton, who also served as the town clerk, were indicted on multiple charges including embezzlement, theft, and misconduct. This news came from the First Judicial District Attorney's Office and followed a grand jury investigation that was prompted by a report from CBS Colorado. The report revealed that Gordanier had approved the purchase of police vehicles from other jurisdictions and then sold them to his daughter at a significantly reduced price.
According to the district attorney's office, Hamilton then turned around and sold these vehicles for a much higher price, resulting in a considerable profit. The first incident occurred in March 2018 when the town bought a black Dodge Charger at an auction and sold it to Hamilton for only $500, despite its market value of over $8,000. This pattern continued with the purchase of a Ford Fusion from the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office and a Chevy Tahoe from the Glenwood Springs Police Department, both of which were sold to Hamilton for a fraction of their worth.
These transactions were all approved by Gordanier, as confirmed by the district attorney's office. However, the situation took a more serious turn when Hamilton was accused of impersonating a police officer in July 2023. She had allegedly used a police vehicle and activated its lights in an attempt to detain someone she deemed suspicious. Additionally, she had also used a town credit card to pay for her personal Costco membership and make purchases at the store, totaling nearly $500. These actions were not authorized by the town and contributed to the charges against both Gordanier and Hamilton.
The small town of Lakeside, with a population of only 16 people, is primarily known for its lake and the popular Lakeside Amusement Park. This scandal has caused a stir in the community and raised questions about the town's leadership. Both Gordanier and Hamilton turned themselves in to the Jefferson County Jail, but were released on bail. Hamilton is scheduled to appear in court on August 2nd, while Gordanier's court date is set for August 6th. In the meantime, people can sign up to receive daily crime news updates via email.
Overall, this situation has caused shock and disappointment in Lakeside, as the town grapples with the alleged actions of their Police Chief and town clerk. The full extent of the consequences and fallout from these charges is yet to be seen, but it has certainly brought unwanted attention to this small, peaceful community.
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