The officer, identified as Dylan Miller, 28, was a patrol officer who joined the Loveland Police Department in May 2022.

Miller's arrest came following allegations of first-degree kidnapping, sexual assault on a child from someone in a position of trust, unlawful sexual conduct by a peace officer, and official oppression. He was immediately booked into the Larimer County Jail and subsequently fired from the department.

Expressing his outrage, Loveland Police Chief Tim Doran stated during a news conference on Monday, "People who victimize children deserve to be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Anyone who uses their badge to do so is a disgrace to this profession and should be rooted out."

According to investigators, Miller first encountered the 15-year-old victim and several other individuals during a traffic stop in July. Days later, he allegedly contacted the victim and another person while at a Loveland park after hours. Miller purportedly instructed the second person to leave and coerced the victim to accompany him to a secluded area away from the street, where the alleged sexual assault took place.

The Loveland Police Department received a report about the assault from the victim and her family in October, prompting them to request the assistance of the Larimer County Sheriff's Office to conduct an independent investigation.

After thorough interviews and the gathering of digital evidence, investigators identified Miller as the primary suspect, leading to his arrest. Larimer County Sheriff John Feyen, who has personal experience investigating crimes against children, stated, "These are difficult cases for everyone, most of all for victims and their families."

Attempts to reach Miller for comment by phone have been unsuccessful. It is revealed that Miller had previously worked for the Durango Police Department from September 2020 to May 2022. Durango Police Chief Bob Brammer confirmed that there were no similar allegations against Miller during his employment with their department but expressed a willingness to investigate any new information that may surface.

Concerns remain that there may be additional victims who have yet to come forward. Authorities urge anyone with information or suspicions to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.

The arrest of a police officer on such serious charges underscores the need for accountability within law enforcement and the commitment to protecting vulnerable members of society. The Loveland community now faces a period of healing and the demand for justice for the victim and any potential additional victims.