The family of a Ukrainian immigrant and father of seven children has filed a wrongful death claim against the City of Lakewood for $26 million, claiming officers violated state law and department policy during a high-speed pursuit that led to his death.

Bohdan Vetrov, a 57-year-old commercial truck driver, was killed in June 2023 when police said three juvenile suspects fled Lakewood police, ran a red light, and slammed into his semi-truck.

“He brought his family to the United States in search of a safer and more prosperous life. He was the sole provider. He was a role model to his children, of you know, American values like hard work and family commitment, and the loss is devastating, “said Mark Lindquist, the family’s attorney. “They’re devastated financially. They’re devastated emotio

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