Boston Police Accused Of Pulling Gun During Dispute With Family Members
BOSTON (CBS) – A Boston police officer was arrested Tuesday on an assault charge after he was accused of pulling a gun during a domestic violence incident in the city.
Boston Police arrested Dana Lamb on a charge of assault by means of a dangerous weapon.
In a statement, Boston Police Superintendent-in-Chief Gregory Long called the allegation "extremely disturbing."
"This allegation of domestic violence committed by a Boston Police Officer is extremely disturbing. The Boston Police Department takes all allegations of domestic violence by employees seriously. Domestic violence is unacceptable in society," Long said. "A thorough investigation into this matter will be conducted by the Boston Police Department's Bureau of Professional Standards and the Bureau of Investigative Services in conjunction with the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. "
Lamb was arraigned Wednesday and pleaded not guilty.
Prosecutors said Lamb called 911 from his home, saying he felt intimidated by a family member. Police determined a dispute had taken place between Lamb and two adult family members who live in the home.
Lamb told police a family member blew marijuana smoke in his face and feigned punching him. According to prosecutors, Lamb said he "motioned' to the gun on his hip but denies that he pulled the gun out.
The family members claimed Lamb pointed a Glock at them during an argument over TV. Lamb told investigators the family members "conspired" to accuse him of pulling the gun.
Lamb has been a police officer for 35 years, his defense attorney said.
A judge granted a no-contact order between Lamb and the family members. The judge wants to hear from Lamb's wife and the two family members on Thursday regarding the order.
Lamb's license to carry firearms must also be surrendered, the judge ruled.