Ogden school officer arrested for sexual exploitation of a minor

OGDEN, Utah – Ogden police confirmed that a department school employee has been arrested on criminal charges including sexual exploitation of a minor.

Colton Johansen was arrested by the Davis County Sheriff’s Office on criminal charges including sexual exploitation of a minor, tampering with evidence and official misconduct. Their investigation revealed enough information to warrant Officer Johansen’s firing.

On October 16, Ogden police learned that Johansen had made a number of disclosures that suggested involvement in criminal behavior.

Based on an internal investigation by the Ogden Police Department, it is believed that the conduct in question did not occur while Officer Johansen was serving in his capacity as a school resource officer.

The school involved in the incident is currently unknown.

Ogden police also confirmed they will continue to cooperate fully with the Davis County Sheriff’s Office investigation.

All inquiries regarding the investigation or arrest will be directed to the Davis County Sheriff’s Office.