CBI Reports: Center, CO Police Chief & Brother Charged for Theft from K-9 Training Program
Description: The Colorado Bureau of Investigation Released the Following Statement Regarding the Arrest of the Chief of Police in Center, Colorado on October 4, 2024...
Center, Colorado Police Chief & Brother Charged with Theft
October 4, 2024 – CBI – Center, CO – Twin brothers and sworn officers of the Center, Colorado Police Department have both been charged with Theft. Chief Aaron Fresquez and his brother Sergeant Adam Fresquez were both issued summons for Theft, while Chief Fresquez was also cited with a misdemeanor count of Official Misconduct.
The allegations are that the 35-year old brothers operated a private K-9 training business during their on-duty hours using city resources. The two men allegedly trained K-9 dogs for other police agencies and then pocketed the training proceeds that should have gone to the Town of Center, Colorado.
The charges follow a year long investigation by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) at the request of the 12th Judicial District Attorney. The 12th Judicial District Attorney's Office has requested the 6th Judicial District Attorney's Office act as special prosecutors to avoid any conflict of interest.
Both men were given summons to appear in the 12th Judicial District Courthouse at a later date so at this time no mug shots are available.
The Town of Center has placed the brothers on administrative leave. In the meantime, the city has appointed Lieutenant Eidy Guaderama to the position of Intern Chief.
This remains an active and open investigation. The suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
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