YPD officer placed on administrative leave after being arrested for domestic violence

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Yuma Police Department (YPD) says an officer has been placed on administrative leave after being arrested Monday for domestic violence.

According to a press release, it happened in a parking lot, located in the area of W. 24th Street and Avenue C, earlier in the day.

Upon arrival, YPD says officers found Gustavo Ramirez, an off-duty YPD officer, involved in the disturbance, and he was then arrested and booked for disorderly conduct and harassment, "both per domestic violence."

As a result, Ramirez was placed on administrative leave, according to YPD.

"This arrest is deeply disappointing, and these allegations go against everything the Yuma Police Department stands for. The officer will have due process, but accountability is not optional," said Chief Thomas Garrity with YPD.

If anyone has any information regarding the case, call YPD at (928) 373-4700, or 78-CRIME at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.