New Haven Police Officer Ruben Parra, was arrested Friday, Jan. 28, after officials from the North Branford Police Department presented information to the State's Attorney's for a warrant, said Scott Shumway of the New Haven PD.
The domestic incident took place on Tuesday, Jan. 25, Shumway said.
Following his arrest, Parra was charged with:
- Assault
- Two counts of unlawful restraint
- Strangulation
He was released on a $5,000 bond.
New Haven Police placed Parra on administrative leave following his arrest. A parallel investigation is being conducted by the Internal Affairs Division.
Parra has been with the department since 2014 and is currently assigned to the Patrol Division.
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