Former Parker Sergeant Troy Brienzo Resigned Feb. 13 Amid Investigation

Troy Brienzo resigned from the Parker Police Department on Feb. 13, 2026, while an investigation that began after the department learned of an alleged incident on Jan. 7 remained active, the department said in a Feb. 19 NewsFlash and Facebook post. The post instructs the community to follow the department’s public release as the probe continues and notes the matter was referred outside the department "to avoid the perception of a conflict."

Parker Police said it "immediately placed Brienzo on administrative leave" on Jan. 7 and that department leaders "have fully cooperated with the investigation." The release repeats the department position that "Police department employees are not above the law. When the department becomes aware of any potential violation, we will take swift action and ensure full accountability."

Chief of Police Jim Tsurapas is quoted in the department release: "I want to be clear: the allegations run counter to this department's mission and values and tarnish the very badge we wear. This matter is being taken seriously and is under active investigation. It will continue through the appropriate processes to ensure transparency, accountability and to maintain the community’s trust." The NewsFlash item also states the department "will continue to fully cooperate with the investigation throughout the process."

The release and subsequent public reporting do not identify the outside law enforcement agency conducting the probe, nor do they disclose the nature of the alleged incident or any criminal charges. The Parker Police Facebook post with the Feb. 19 news item drew 204 reactions, 78 comments and 11 shares; sampled public comments included Jay Jansson saying, "You can't be pro-police without being pro-accountability. Thank you Parker PD for taking action and issuing the statement," and Melissa Cornett asking, "And what was the allegation?"

Background materials included in public reports note that in 2025 the CCV Rotary Club of Parker named Brienzo its officer of the year, and that Parker Police previously described him as "a force of positivity, resilience and unwavering dedication." Records available on Colorado’s Peace Officer Standards and Training database list Brienzo as certified but note he is not employed and resigned while under investigation.

Town officials and law enforcement have not provided a timeline for when the outside agency will release findings. Residents seeking further detail should monitor the Parker Police Department NewsFlash page and the department’s social media posts for updates, and may pursue public records requests with the Parker Police Department for related personnel records and incident reports subject to Colorado open-records rules.