DENVER — A Denver Police officer has been arrested in connection with a reported domestic violence incident.
The Denver Police Department (DPD) said Anthony Guzman Jr., 31, was arrested Wednesday in Adams County for investigation of third-degree assault - domestic violence, a misdemeanor.
Police said the allegations stem from an incident that happened on Aug. 8 in Thornton.
The victim filed a request for a protection order on Aug. 10. She claimed that Guzman had shoved or pushed her on multiple occasions.
DPD said Guzman was placed on desk duty on Aug. 14 when the department learned of the investigation. After Guzman's arrest Wednesday, he was suspended with pay pending the outcome of the case. Police said he continues to be paid because the charge is a misdemeanor.
Guzman joined DPD in 2022 and worked in the patrol division, according to the department.
DPD said its disciplinary process is on hold until the case is adjudicated in court, which is standard protocol.
Guzman was cleared in two fatal shootings while serving with the Littleton and Westminster police departments.
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