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Disciplinary Actions Overview – Arvada Police Department

Written by CBKN76

Over the past decade, the Arvada Police Department has faced several notable incidents involving allegations of excessive force and misconduct. Specific statistics on the total number of disciplinary actions, types of violations, and their frequencies are not publicly disclosed. However, notable cases include the fatal shooting of Johnny Hurley by Officer Kraig Brownlow in 2021 and the 2018 excessive force allegations against Officers Brandon Valdez, Scott Thomas, and Ryan Clark, which resulted in a $100,000 settlement. These incidents highlight concerns regarding use-of-force practices and the department’s internal review processes. The department has faced public scrutiny and legal challenges but has not publicly detailed any department-wide reforms or policy changes in response to these events.

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