
ALT Sergeant Jose Barraza of the Monument Police Department was arrested on charges related to domestic violence and child abuse by the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday, June 18th. Sergeant Barraza has been employed by the Town of Monument Police Department since April 4, 2022. Any information regarding the pending criminal charges against Sergeant Barraza must be requested from the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office. The Monument Police Department has placed Sergeant Barraza on administrative leave pending the resolution of criminal charges and an internal affairs investigation. All members of the Monument Police Department are held to the highest standards, and allegations against members of the department will be thoroughly investigated and resolved while protecting the same due process afforded to anyone accused of a crime.

ALT Photos of 19 year-old Spencer, Adam Johnson, and a press release requesting information. On February 14, 2025 the Monument Police Department launched an investigation following a report of sexual assault. One the identified suspects is 19 year-old Spencer Adam Johnson Johnson has since been charged with kidnapping and multiple sexual offenses and is currently in custody in Texas a wedding extradition back to Colorado. During the course of the investigation, detectives uncovered additional allegations against Johnson, some dating back more than four years. Based on this information, investigators believe there may be other victims who have not yet come forward. This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with information who believes they may have been victimized his urge to contact the Monument Police Department investigations division at 719-419-9791..

ALT Monument Police Department is grateful to the Gary Sinise Foundation for their grant provided to us, helping to equip our officers with updated external vest carriers and ballistic helmets. MPD appreciates all our community partnerships as we continue to collaborate with businesses, and non-profits and our community in a continuing effort to keep our citizens and visitors safe. Thank you Gary Sinise Foundation!





















