Colorado Springs police officer arrested for misdemeanor child abuse

A Colorado Springs police officer, Johnathan Yelvington, was taken into custody for misdemeanor child abuse after a call for urgent medical assistance. Yelvington, who was off duty at the time, appeared intoxicated and unresponsive. He was transported to a medical facility for evaluation. The Crimes Against Children Unit conducted an investigation, resulting in Yelvington's arrest. He was charged with placing a child in a situation that posed a threat of injury. Yelvington was released with a summons to appear in court, and the child was placed with a responsible adult. Yelvington is on paid administrative leave, and his police canine is being housed at a dog boarding facility.