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Ex-El Paso Officer Sentenced for Assault and Domestic Violence Charges

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Joshua Anthony Gallardo, a former officer with the El Paso Police Department, was sentenced after pleading guilty to multiple felony charges, including assault and continuous family violence. His offenses involved two victims over the span of a year, with one incident occurring in public where witnesses intervened. In addition to felony charges, Gallardo also faced misdemeanor charges for making over 500 harassing phone calls to one of the victims. His sentence includes 10 years of community supervision, 30 days in jail, and mandatory community service, along with the requirement to complete a Batterer Intervention and Prevention Program. Gallardo was terminated from the police department in March 2025.

Key Details: • Gallardo received 10 years of community supervision and 30 days in detention. • He must complete 500 hours of community service and pay a $1,000 fine. • Gallardo is prohibited from contacting the victims. • He was fired from the El Paso Police Department in March 2025.

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