Colorado Springs police officer under investigation for felony-level accusations

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - A Colorado Springs Police (CSPD) officer is being investigated for felony-level allegations.

KRDO13 Investigates found that CSPD Officer Thomas Polistina is the “subject of a criminal investigation.” This is according to Colorado’s Peace Officer Standards and Training Unit, commonly known as POST.

The POST database shows that he is under investigation for "unlawful sexual conduct by a peace officer."

CSPD is aware of the allegation made against Officer Polistina. The matter is currently under investigation, which will be followed by any appropriate internal review and internal affairs action once the criminal investigation is complete, depending on the findings. At this time, Officer Polistina has not been arrested.

Officer Polistina is currently on administrative leave. Officer Polistina was hired by CSPD in 2020.

CSPD Spokesperson

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