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Released: July 30, 2012 - Monday, 11:31 AM

Misdemeanor Domestic Violence

Contact: Tony CipollaPhone: (805) 781-4547Date and time of incident: 7-16-12Place of Occurrence: Los OsosVictim Information: N/ASuspect Information: John PozdolskiOn 7-16-12 the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office became aware of a possible domestic violence incident. The Sheriff's Office immediately investigated the incident which involved off-duty San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Deputy, John Pozdolski. The Sheriff's Office arrested and booked him into county jail on a charge of misdemeanor domestic violence. The Sheriff's Office is conducting an internal investigation into this incident and other related matters. The Sheriff's office takes these matters seriously and upon learning of the incident took immediate and appropriate action. The Sheriff's Office holds our employees to the same or higher standards than other members of the community. The Sheriff's Office placed the deputy on paid administrative leave until the court process and the internal investigation is completed. It should be noted, personnel matters are protected by law and commenting on them could open up the county to unnecessary and costly litigation if we violate that law. The Sheriff's Office has no further information at this time.