Portrait Officer Hopkins in uniform standing beside an American flag against a gray background.
Date: 10/04/2026
WESTMINSTER, Co -- Congratulations on your retirement!
After 40 years in law enforcement, 24 years of which with the Westminster Police Department, Senior Police Officer Scott Hopkins is officially retiring.
During his two decades with the City of Westminster, Officer Hopkins has served as a Patrol Officer, School Resource Officer, Field Training Officer, Officer Survival Instructor and SWAT Team member (22 years!).
In his retirement letter, he wrote in part, "I would like to sincerely thank the police department, command staff, supervisors, support staff, and especially all the patrol officers I have worked with day-to-day for making my time here meaningful and fulfilling. The relationships, experiences, and memories I have gained throughout my career are things I will always value and appreciate."
Scotty, thank you for all your service and wisdom over the years. We will miss you and wish you all the best on this next chapter. Please come back and visit!
Officer Hopkins in tactical gear and helmet rappelling down a building with a smile, wearing sunglasses and gloves.
Group of men wearing matching Colorado t-shirts posing in front of a police vehicle outdoors.