CIRT launches investigation after man was seriously injured during arrest in Brighton

BRIGHTON, Colo. – The 17th Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has launched an investigation after a man suspected of assault and domestic violence was seriously injured during his arrest.

According to the Brighton Police Department, just before 10:45 a.m. Monday, officers were called to BJAA Park near North 12th Avenue and Longs Peak Street for reports of domestic violence involving a man and a woman. Callers said it started as a verbal argument and escalated to a point where the man allegedly physically assaulted the woman.

When officers arrived, they gave “verbal commands” to the man, but he was uncooperative, Brighton police said. The man reportedly resisted arrest, but was eventually apprehended.

Brighton police said the 33-year-old man suffered serious injuries during the arrest and was taken to hospital for treatment.

The 17th Judicial District CIRT was activated to investigate the use of force incident.

“Brighton Police are fully committed to a thorough and complete investigation and will work closely with the CIRT and the Crown Prosecution Service. We remain focused on the safety of the community and strive to be as transparent as possible,” the Brighton Police Department said. are edition.

The officer involved was placed on paid administrative leave, per department protocol.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the CIRT at 303-658-4299.