ELBERT COUNTY, Colo. (KOAA) — A Sergeant with the Monument Police Department was arrested on charges related to domestic violence and child abuse by the Elbert County Sheriff's Office.
Sergeant Jose Barraza was arrested on Wednesday, June 18. He has been employed with the Monument Police Department since April 4, 2022.
According to the Monument Police Department, Sergeant Barraza has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation.
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The Cost of Competition: Manitou Springs funding could take a hit due to COS marijuana sales
Since the sale of recreational marijuana was legalized in Colorado Springs, though it's been a benefit to dispensaries there, Manitou's mayor says the lack of sales at dispensaries may result in a significant decrease in city funding.
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