In a statement shared with Newsweek, the Republican congresswoman defended her son after reports say he is facing a misdemeanor child abuse charge.
Representative Lauren Boebert’s eldest son, Tyler, was cited on July 11 and is facing a misdemeanor charge of child abuse. However, a statement from Boebert, a Colorado Republican, shared with Newsweek read in part that the event stemmed from a „miscommunication“ and that Child Protective Services (CPS) had met with the family.
The congresswoman’s statement also said there was no injury or physical abuse involved.
The misdemeanor charge was reported by the Colorado outlet Westword, citing records obtained from the Windsor Police Department, which the outlet said were confirmed by the Weld County District Attorney’s office.Why It Matters
The congresswoman’s son was arrested in late February 2024 following a „string of vehicle trespass and property thefts in Rifle.“ He, along with three friends (the three friends were minors and Tyler Boebert was 18 at the time), were accused of stealing credit cards and other items from parked cars.
Tyler plead guilty to one count of identity theft with the intent to obtain an item of value.
