Denver Sheriff Department deputy arrested, accused of stalking, harassment
DENVER (KDVR) — The Firestone Police Department arrested a deputy employed by the Denver Sheriff Department, according to a news release sent Thursday.
The announcement was made by the Denver Sheriff Department on Thursday afternoon.
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The sheriff's department said the Firestone Police Department reported that Denver Deputy Sheriff Christian DeAnda was arrested and faces charges of:
Stalking – causing emotional distress
Harassment
Criminal mischief – under $300 damages
Felony menacing (domestic violence)
The Denver Sheriff Department placed DeAnda on investigatory leave and notified the Office of the Independent Monitor and the Public Integrity Division.
The agency said DeAnda became a deputy sheriff in 2023 and was assigned to the Downtown Detention Center.
According to Colorado court records, DeAnda, who spells his name Cristian, was arrested on Thursday and given a personal recognizance bond of $25,000. He's scheduled to appear for a return filing of charges on Monday.
According to the Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training Certification website, DeAnda is not currently POST certified.
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