Son of Broncos owner enters plea in domestic violence case

The son of Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen pleaded not guilty to domestic violence charges Monday, the Denver Post reported.

Bowlen, 29, has been on indefinite leave from the team since his June 3 arrest.

The younger Bowlen was arrested in Glendale on suspicion of third-degree assault and harassment after allegedly pushing his girlfriend up against a bathroom wall, police said.

“We are disappointed to learn of the matter involving John Bowlen,” the Broncos said in a statement, adding, “While this is a personal issue, he is accountable to all club and league conduct policies. As such, John will be placed on an indefinite leave of absence from the organization.”

The Denver Post reported Monday that Bowlen will next be in court on October 27 for a motions hearing. It says a trial has been scheduled for December 15.

Bowlen is a candidate to take over the team from his father, who is suffering from Alzheimer’s. Pat Bowlen relinquished his duties almost a year ago.

Team president and CEO Joe Ellis said last month that the transfer of ownership to one of Bowlen’s seven children was still a ways off.