Colorado Springs, CO — A Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) officer was arrested on Thursday, April 10, after an investigation into allegations of stalking. Officer Neil Jackson, who had been with the department since March 2020, was taken into custody after detectives were granted an arrest warrant for his involvement in the alleged criminal activity.
The investigation began on April 4, when CSPD received information regarding potential criminal actions by one of their own officers. Following a thorough inquiry, an arrest warrant was issued for Jackson, who was charged with several offenses, including:
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Stalking (Class 5 Felony)
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First-degree Official Misconduct (Class 1 Misdemeanor)
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Cybercrime (Class 2 Misdemeanor)
At the time of his arrest, Jackson was serving as a patrol officer in the Falcon Division. The department has since placed him on paid administrative leave while the investigation remains ongoing. He was booked into the El Paso County Jail, where he will remain as further details are gathered.
CSPD officials have not released additional information about the nature of the stalking allegations or any potential victims, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation. The department has confirmed that they are taking the matter seriously and will continue to cooperate fully with authorities.
This arrest comes as a shock to the community, as Jackson had been with the department for over three years. The case underscores the importance of transparency and accountability, particularly when a law enforcement officer is the subject of such serious allegations.
As of now, CSPD has not commented on the specifics of the investigation, and no further details have been provided. The department has emphasized that the case is under active review, and the outcome will be determined once the investigation is complete.
