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Lakewood speakers press council for independent police oversight and subpoena power in Jax Graton investigation
Summary
Dozens of residents and advocates told the Lakewood City Council on Nov. 24 that months have passed without answers in the death of Jax Graton and urged an independent oversight body with subpoena authority; council scheduled a study session on oversight for Dec. 15.
Dozens of residents and advocates urged the Lakewood City Council on Nov. 24 to create a stronger, independent oversight mechanism with subpoena power for the Lakewood Police Department, saying months of delay have left Jax Graton’s family without answers.
At the meeting’s public-comment periods, community members described sustained grief and pressing questions about the handling of Graton’s case. "It's been 32 weeks since Jax went missing. It's been 25 weeks since she was found dead. And there's nothing. There's been no answers," said Zee Williams, a Ward 2 resident. Several speakers asked the council to move beyond study timelines and take immediate steps to secure…
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