Cape Coral police officer placed on administrative leave after being accused of battering spouse

CAPE CORAL, Fla. —

An off-duty Cape Coral police officer was arrested Friday after law enforcement responded to a disturbance.

According to the Cape Coral Police Department, Timothy Allen was arrested and taken to the Lee County Jail after investigators said he battered his spouse.

Allen was placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation.

Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore issued the following statement:

"As Chief, I want to be clear that no one is above the law—regardless of their position or profession. We hold our officers to the highest standards, and when those standards are not met, we will act swiftly and transparently. Accountability and public trust are foundational to our mission, and we are committed to ensuring both through fair and impartial enforcement of the law."

This is a developing story and will be updated.

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