Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On behalf of the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, we offer our heartfelt condolences. Officer Craven's courage and dedication to duty will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with her family, colleagues, and community as they navigate this profound loss.

Office of Victim Services - Mandy Kimner
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

October 27, 2025

God bless you Brave Warrior

K9 Sergeant Kevin Waters in
Indiana State Police

October 26, 2025

" Fallen Heroes Are Never Forgotten"
Please accept our deepest sympathies
West Boylston Police Department
West Boylston Massachusetts

Patrolman David Westerman
West Boylston Police Department

October 26, 2025

Dear Chief of Police Ray Sweeney:

I hope this reflection finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you, and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Police Officer Lauren Craven, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Officer Craven’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that she made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like her. We can never truly understand the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Craven’s family and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.

In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Officer Craven had on countless lives throughout her life and career. The memories of her dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know her.

To you, Chief Sweeney, and the entire La Mesa Police Department, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.

Having served 46+ years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support your fallen hero’s family, you, and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Police Officer Lauren Craven a brave and dedicated professional, be a source of strength and may her legacy inspire others to follow in her footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice she made to keep us safe.

With deepest sympathy,

Chief (retired) Don P. Jensen Sr. DrE, PGP, PP, PM

October 25, 2025

God bless you Angel.

Chris Saindon (Ret. Media/Family Member

October 25, 2025

Rest easy hero thank you for your service may your sacrifice or memory never fade.

Retired #8046 Jerry Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department

October 24, 2025

Rest in peace Police Officer Lauren Craven! Thank you for your 1 year 8 Months of service with the La Mesa Police Department in California. We thank you for your devotion and your sacrifices, and also to your family and your friends for their sacrifices. Our hearts break for your Mother, your Father, your Sister, your Partner the rest of your Family, all of your Friends and all of your Sisters and Brothers in Blue that also protect us. We want them to know that you will never be forgotten! God bless you all!! (Matthew 5:9)

Eddie & Kelly King

October 24, 2025

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Officer Craven.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

October 24, 2025

Rest In Peace.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

October 24, 2025

God bless you Officer Lauren Craven, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the La Mesa Police Department. Rest in Peace Sister.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

October 23, 2025

MY PRAYERS AND MOST HERARTFELT CONDOLENCES ARE WITH OFFICER LAUREN CRAVEN AND HER LOVED ONES IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. REST IN PEACE SISTER. GODSPEED

INV. RICH WYNN, RET.
WILL COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT., ILL.

October 23, 2025

To the family and friends of Lauren Craven, and to the La Mesa Police Department, I am deeply sorry for your loss. By all accounts, Lauren was an exceptional woman and a dedicated police officer.

Rest easy Lauren. Your duty here is done. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Rick King, Supervising Investigator
San Diego District Attorney's Office (Retired)

October 23, 2025

Thank you for your service Officer Craven!
My condolences to family and friends.

Lieutenant Roland L. DeLosSantos
Houston Police Department

October 23, 2025

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD (Retired)

October 23, 2025

Such a young and beautiful person taken way too soon. Thank you my sister for the brave and thankless actions you took to help and aide total strangers. Police work is a calling and we are extreemly proud of you. May God bless you and hold you.

Retired Sergeant with the NYPD. Always in my heart and on my mind all of the fallen officers that I worked with and knew. God bless them and families.

October 23, 2025

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

October 23, 2025

From a retired officer from accross the pond. I salute you for your service. You are a hero who died trying to help others.
We all pull on the uniform to serve and help others we run towards the danger not away from it . In the best traditions of Policing you did your duty and tragicaly lost your life
May god bless you. Your family and colleagues.

Sgt Ian morrison (retired)
Gloucestershire Police

October 23, 2025

Thank you.

Cpl Virdell
USMC

October 22, 2025

She is an Angel who went to Heaven so early.

Alec Baturyn

October 22, 2025

Officer Craven took the call to stand between us and danger. For that unselfish service I am eternally Grateful. Family, Fellow Officers and Friends we stand with you during the days to come. We are all empty. Lord Bless all related in any way with Officer Craven. This Blue Line she walked is very Thin. God Bless All!!!

Former Police, Forever In Christ!
Tennessee Spiritual Caregiver

October 22, 2025

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Police Officer Lauren Craven during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Police Officer Lauren Craven.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

October 22, 2025

Rest in Peace sister. We have the watch.

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God, which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shining, just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman. How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek? To my church have you been true?" The policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't, because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint. I've had to work most Sundays, and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent, because the streets are awfully tough. But I never took a penny, that wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime when the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help, though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here.
They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much, but if you don't.....I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne where the saints had often trod. As the policeman waited quietly, for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman, you've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets, you've done your time in hell."


Author Unknown

Det. Johnny Keene (Ret.)
San Diego Police Dept.

October 22, 2025

Thank you for the short time you served. God has a special place for you. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Investigators/retiree SDPD Motor Bryan Y
AZ Department of Public Safety

October 22, 2025

Rest in peace Lauren

My condolences

October 22, 2025

Rest In Peace…

Retired Detective Ed Falkowski
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

October 22, 2025