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Denver firefighter arrested by Colorado Springs police

October 31, 2023 / 8:43 AM MDT / CBS Colorado

A firefighter with the Denver Fire Department was arrested by Colorado Springs Police earlier this month. Derek Smith was arrested on Oct. 17 for a domestic incident.

Derek Smith Denver Fire Department

The El Paso County District Attorney's Office filed charges of first-degree criminal trespass of a dwelling and criminal mischief.

Smith was hired by the Denver Fire Department in 2020 and assigned to Station 28. Smith has been placed on leave without pay from the department pending the court disposition.

At that time, the Denver Fire Department Internal Affairs will initiate an internal investigation.

Jennifer McRae

Jennifer McRae is a digital media producer for CBS Colorado with more than 25 years of experience in news. Jennifer is part of the digital team recognized for excellence for Best Website several times by the Colorado Broadcasters Association.

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