Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert’s 18-year-old son, Tyler, was taken into custody on Tuesday and is now facing a total of 22 charges. This information was confirmed by the Rifle Police Department in Colorado and the official documents from Garfield County Jail, where Tyler was subsequently booked.
The Context
Lauren Boebert, a staunch Republican and devoted supporter of Donald Trump, is facing a critical challenge as she seeks to secure her political future. In a surprising move, she has declared her intention to run for Colorado’s 4th congressional district in the upcoming November elections, rather than seeking re-election in the 3rd district, which she currently represents.
What We Know
The Rifle Police Department made an announcement on Facebook, revealing that they apprehended Tyler at 2:30 p.m. due to a series of car trespassing incidents and thefts in Rifle.
According to the authorities, Boebert is currently confronted with a series of charges. These include four felony counts of Criminal Possession ID Documents – Multiple Victims, one felony count of Conspiracy to Commit a Felony, and more than 15 additional misdemeanor and petty offenses.
The department stated that the investigation is still ongoing and no further details will be disclosed at this moment.
Tyler was taken into custody on Tuesday and is currently facing 22 different charges, according to a custody document obtained from Garfield County Jail.
The individual is facing multiple charges, including four counts of possessing a financial device unlawfully, three counts of trespassing into an automobile with the intention of committing a crime, four counts of possessing identification documents unlawfully, four counts of intending to use stolen identities, three counts of encouraging minors to engage in delinquent behavior, three counts of stealing items valued under $300, and one count of conspiring to commit a felony.
I reached out to the office of Rep. Lauren Boebert at 4:50 a.m. ET via email, seeking their comment. If they respond, I will update this article accordingly.
In March 2023, Boebert made an announcement that his then girlfriend was expecting a child with Tyler, who was 17 at the time.
In September 2022, Tyler caused a stir when he crashed his father’s SUV at the age of 17, resulting in injuries to his 19-year-old passenger, Noble D’Amato. Tyler argued that the incident hindered his dreams of pursuing a career as a professional welder.
Tyler initially received a ticket for “careless driving causing bodily injury” and was instructed to appear in court. However, after reaching a plea deal, the charge was later reduced to a defective headlights ticket.
In January, Jayson Boebert, the ex-husband of Lauren Boebert, faced a series of charges, including prohibited use of weapons, third-degree assault, and obstructing a peace officer. The charges stemmed from a reported physical altercation between the two at a restaurant in the town of Silt.
In response to the incident, Boebert provided a statement to Newsweek expressing her disappointment: “It is disheartening to see this situation continually escalate, which is one of the reasons why I have decided to move. I want to clarify that I did not physically assault Jayson, nor was anyone arrested. I will be seeking legal advice to address the false accusations made against me and explore all available legal options.”
In September, Boebert and a male companion found themselves at the center of a scandal when they were asked to leave a performance of the musical “Beetlejuice” due to their disruptive vaping and behavior. Subsequently, footage surfaced revealing Boebert and her companion engaging in inappropriate physical contact during the show. In light of the incident, Boebert issued a statement expressing remorse for her actions, acknowledging that they did not align with her personal values.
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