Ogden, UT – Ogden Police Chief Jake Sube released a statement regarding former Officer Colten Johansen, condemning his conduct as indefensible and a serious violation of law, department policy, and public trust. Chief Sube said Johansen was immediately placed on administrative leave, referred to an independent criminal investigation, and terminated within days of allegations coming to light in October 2024. He emphasized that the department acted decisively to ensure accountability and fully cooperated with the investigation. The chief addressed misinformation surrounding the case, clarifying that Johansen will not return to law enforcement and that his certification has been revoked by…

