Manassa cop faces D.V. assault charges

CONEJOS — A Manassa Law enforcement officer was arrested at his home over the weekend following a violent confrontation with his wife, according to court records.

Richard David Ruybal, 25, La Jara, was booked into the Conejos County Jail and then transferred to Alamosa due to the fact that his wife is reportedly a deputy sheriff.

He posted bond in Conejos County Court Monday on charges of harassment, criminal mischief and domestic violence.

The case is being handled by the La Jara Police Department.