The Grand County Sheriff’s Office announced Oct. 30 that one of its deputies is being charged with Assault in the Third Degree, False Imprisonment, Official Oppression and First Degree Official Misconduct, all which are misdemeanors. These charges are in regards to a misconduct case stemming from an incident that took place on Aug. 20. 2023.

There is a second sheriff deputy involved in the investigation, which is still ongoing and a decision is expected in November, according the the 14th Judicial District Attorney’s Office. Dustin Barbee is the deputy being charged and the second deputy’s name has not been released.

The sheriff’s office says that Barbee is on unpaid administrative leave, pending further termination proceedings.

The details about the August incident have not been released at this time due to pending judicial proceedings, according to a press release from the sheriff’s office.

“It is imperative for all involved that the integrity of our judicial process be maintained,” the press release stated.

Sheriff Brett Schroetlin thanked the Colorado Bureau of Investigations, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and the district attorney’s office for their assistance, so the case could be impartially investigated.

“These findings are very troubling for our entire Grand County community as we all collectively put our trust in our law enforcement officers,” Schroetlin stated in the press release. “While these allegations are extremely serious, they are reflective of a single event; will not be tolerated and are not consistent with the culture and expectations set here at the Grand County Sheriff’s Office.”

Sky-Hi News will continue to report on this story as details are released.

Tara Alatorre is the editor of Sky-Hi News. You can reach her at 970-557-6031 or talatorre@skyhinews.com.