Boulder police closed 21 officer complaints before independent review

Boulder police closed 21 officer complaints before independent review

The Boulder Police Department has closed at least 21 complaints against officers before they were reviewed by the city’s independent police monitor or civilian oversight panel under a process in use since late 2025, according to city officials. Police officials say the new process is meant to help supervisors resolve minor complaints quickly rather than initiate formal investigations that can take months. Examples include allegations that an off…