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Broward police sergeant arrested on domestic violence charge after allegedly punching girlfriend in face
By Steven Yablonski at CBS4 Miami
· June 23, 2026
· 2 min read
A Broward County police sergeant has been placed on administrative leave after he was arrested on a domestic violence charge last week.According to an arrest report, a woman arrived at the Miami -Dade Sheriff's Office early Saturday morning to report a domestic violence incident that had taken place
Key takeaway The victim told investigators that she received a text message from her boyfriend, who has since been identified as 32-year-old Devarious Holloway, of Miramar, telling her to go outside because his mother needed to speak with her.
Why this matters in The Miami
The arrest of a Broward County police sergeant on domestic violence charges raises concerns about the accountability of law enforcement officers in South Florida. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami-Dade County has a diverse population that relies on its police departments to maintain public safety. The fact that the victim had to report the incident to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, rather than the Miramar Police Department where the sergeant is employed, highlights the need for effective communication and cooperation between law enforcement agencies in the region. The Miramar Police Department's decision to place the sergeant on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation is a step in the right direction, but it also underscores the importance of ensuring that law enforcement officers are held to the same standards as the communities they serve. The case will likely be closely watched by residents of Miami-Dade County, particularly in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where trust between law enforcement and the community is crucial.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Broward County police sergeant has been placed on administrative leave after he was arrested on a domestic violence charge last week.According to an arrest report, a woman arrived at the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office early Saturday morning to report a domestic violence incident that had taken place
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