Sheriff’s Office Deputy arrested for battery

A 31-year-old Sheriff’s Office Deputy was arrested by Homestead Police Tuesday night after a domestic incident.

According to a Homestead Police report, Lauren Landa grabbed a necklace around the victim’s throat during an argument, which left scratches on the victim’s neck and chest.

Landa was charged with misdemeanor domestic battery.

“I was disappointed to hear of this incident,” said Sheriff Rick Ramsay. “We will investigate it fully and take appropriate action. As always, I will keep this community informed of significant events that occur in this agency, good and bad.”

An Internal Affairs investigation was opened.

Landa has been employed by the Sheriff’s Office since Jan. 2, 2019

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