On the evening of December 18, 1975, a promising career in law enforcement was tragically cut short. Donald Robert Laabs, a 28-year-old Caucasian male, had just been promoted to detective sergeant with the Manitou Springs Police Department. An undercover narcotics agent known for his dedication and tenacity, Laabs had a track record of success, having been instrumental in numerous drug arrests across various jurisdictions in Colorado. His work was dangerous, often placing him in the path of unpr
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