Lauren Boebert’s ex-husband arrested on assault and mischief charges

Jayson Boebert, the ex-husband of Republican Colorado U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert, was arrested on misdemeanor assault and criminal mischief charges days after a reported fight at the Miner’s Claim restaurant in Silt. The charges stem from the incident, police officials said.

According to records from the Garfield County jail, Jayson Boebert, 43, was released on Tuesday after posting bail, which amounted to $1,000 for the criminal mischief charge and $1,500 for the assault charge. Records for the Colorado Bureau of Investigation show that Boebert is also facing additional charges stemming from the arrest, including allegations of prohibited aiming of a firearm, obstructing a peace officer, trespassing, and disorderly conduct involving an offensive gesture, the Denver Post reports.

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Jayson Boebert’s arrest occurred after an incident on Saturday during which the pair allegedly had a physical altercation. Silt Police Department Chief Mike Kite previously confirmed to The Advocate that investigators are seeking additional witnesses and carefully reviewing video evidence.

In a Wednesday press release, the Silt Police Department announced that allegations of domestic violence against Lauren Boebert were evaluated to be unfounded. Jayson Boebert had reported domestic violence abuse. However, the statement said the investigation revealed insufficient evidence to support these claims.

The press release outlined the police response to the incident, including Lauren Boebert’s cooperation with law enforcement and Jayson Boebert’s uncooperative behavior. It also noted the absence of video surveillance and direct witnesses corroborating the allegations. The release states that Jayson Boebert later recanted his claims of domestic violence, leading to the closure of the investigation against Lauren Boebert. Additionally, officials said Jayson Boebert was arrested on charges of obstructing a peace officer, trespassing, and disorderly conduct stemming from the same incident, and the case was transferred to the district attorney’s office for prosecution.

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This arrest adds to a series of public incidents involving the Boeberts. In August 2022, neighbors raised concerns about Jayson Boebert’s behavior, including allegations of property damage and driving under the influence. No charges were filed following the incident. Additionally, in September, Lauren Boebert was removed from a theater in Denver for disruptive behavior, including vaping and sexual groping, during a family-friendly performance of Beetlejuice: The Musical.

Boebert, who narrowly secured re-election in 2022, recently switched her intention to run for election to Colorado’s 4th Congressional District, citing personal life changes, including her divorce, as influencing factors. Political observers and constituents have scrutinized this move.

Editor’s note: This story was updated to reflect new information from the Silt Police Department.