Parker police sergeant resigns while under investigation, but officials won’t say what he’s accused of
A Parker police sergeant resigned last week while under investigation, but department officials declined to specify what he’s accused of doing.
Parker Police Department officials would not detail the allegations against former Sgt. Troy Brienzo, but described them in a news release Thursday as running “counter to this department’s mission and values and tarnish the very badge we wear.”
Brienzo resigned Feb. 13 while on administrative leave for an “alleged incident” that department officials learned about Jan. 7.
“To avoid the perception of a conflict, the matter was turned over to an outside law enforcement agency to conduct the investigation,” agency officials said in the release.
In response to questions about the nature of the allegations and which agency is conducting the investigation, Parker police spokesperson Josh Hans said the department was “unable to share any additional information at this time.”
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office officials on Thursday confirmed the agency is not involved in the investigation.
Parker police Chief Jim Tsurapas said in a statement that the case is being taken seriously and under active investigation.
“It will continue through the appropriate processes to ensure transparency, accountability and to maintain the community’s trust,” he said.
Brienzo is still certified as a police officer on Colorado’s Peace Officer Standards and Training database, though his profile notes he is not employed and resigned while under investigation.
This is a developing story and may be updated.
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