Former Commerce City Police Department Commander Charlie Schoepflin will serve as interim police chief for the city of Monte Vista, beginning the week of Jan. 5. Former chief of police Tyler Harford resigned in November after being charged with third degree assault and disorderly conduct.
Schoepflin worked with the Commerce City Police Department for nearly 25 years before joining the 2nd Judicial District Attorney’s Office in Denver.
“With extensive experience, among other things, in community policing, criminal investigations, crime prevention strategies and team building and leadership he brings a fresh look to our law enforcement team,” Monte Vista City Manager Gigi Dennis said in a release…