The son of Representative Lauren Boebert (R.-Colo) found himself in legal trouble on Tuesday, as he was arrested on over 20 criminal charges, marking the latest development in a series of ongoing issues within the Boebert family.
Tyler Boebert, aged 18, was apprehended on Tuesday afternoon following a series of recent incidents involving vehicle trespassing and property thefts in the area, as detailed in a social media post by the Rifle Police Department.
According to jail records, Tyler faces a total of 22 counts, including five felonies. The charges encompass a range of offenses, such as criminal possession of ID documents with multiple victims, conspiracy to commit a felony, first-degree criminal trespassing, and theft.
The Rifle police department emphasized that the investigation into these incidents remains ongoing, with no further details released at this time.
As of Wednesday morning at 9:45 a.m. Mountain Time, Tyler Boebert remained in custody, with jail records indicating a bond amount of $8,250.
In response to her son’s arrest, Representative Boebert issued a statement on Wednesday, expressing her commitment to supporting Tyler despite the challenges he faces.
Lauren Boebert releases statement on son’s arrest
“I love my son Tyler, who has been through some very difficult, public challenges for a young man and the subject of attention that he didn’t ask for. It breaks my heart to see my child struggling and, in this situation, especially when he has been provided multiple opportunities to get his life on track,” Boebert stated in an emailed message. “As an adult and father, Tyler will take responsibility for his actions and should be held accountable for poor decisions just like any other citizen.”
The incident sheds light on the personal struggles faced by the Boebert family, adding a layer of complexity to Representative Boebert’s public image as a lawmaker representing Colorado’s 4th District.
Lauren Boebert has been representing Colorado’s Third Congressional District since 2021. But in December, she announced that she would run for the vacated seat in the Fourth Congressional District instead, avoiding a head-to-head battle with Democratic challenger Adam Frisch. “Personally, this announcement is a fresh start following a pretty difficult year for me and my family,” she said in the video announcing her candidacy, mentioning the divorce from her husband, Jayson Boebert. The two parted ways last year, and a video of the congresswoman apparently being kicked out of a theater with a date went viral in September. Jayson Boebert, 43, was charged with assault among several other charges in January 2024 after the police were called to an incident at a restaurant involving the congresswoman and the police reported a separate incident involving a relative.
Lauren Boebert, who has represented Colorado’s Third Congressional District since 2021, made a significant announcement in December. She declared her intention to run for the vacant seat in the Fourth Congressional District instead, a decision aimed at avoiding a direct electoral confrontation with Democratic contender Adam Frisch.
In a video announcing her candidacy, Boebert reflected on the personal significance of this move, describing it as a “fresh start” following a challenging year for herself and her family. She made reference to her divorce from her husband, Jayson Boebert, as a contributing factor to this decision.
The Boeberts’ separation garnered public attention last year, with the congresswoman’s personal life thrust into the spotlight. In September, a video surfaced online purportedly showing Boebert being escorted out of a theater while on a date, leading to widespread speculation and commentary.
Jayson Boebert, aged 43, faced legal troubles of his own, with reports emerging in January 2024 of him being charged with assault and several other offenses. The charges stemmed from an incident at a restaurant, which also involved the congresswoman. Additionally, law enforcement authorities reported a separate incident involving a relative of the Boebert family.
These developments have further underscored the complexities and challenges faced by Lauren Boebert and her family, both in the public eye and behind closed doors. As she navigates her political career and personal life, Boebert continues to grapple with the aftermath of her divorce and the scrutiny that comes with her position as a congresswoman representing Colorado’s Fourth Congressional District.
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