Update March 13, 2026:
Court documents show that Boxler reached an Alford plea agreement with prosecutors. That means he is not admitting guilt but does agree that prosecutors have enough evidence against him to secure a guilty verdict.
According to the agreement, Boxler has agreed to complete 26 weeks of domestic violence counseling, complete 48 hours of community service, pay a $435 fine, and undergo a mental health and substance evaluation. He is also agreeing to stay out of trouble and to have no negative contact with his wife.
Court records also show that on Feb. 20, 2026, the Boxlers filed for divorce.
Update Jan. 20, 2026:
A Las Vegas Metropolitan police lieutenant pleaded guilty Tuesday to domestic violence-related charges after allegedly strangling his wife, according to court documents.
Lt. Brian Boxler was arrested on Oct. 12. 2024 for allegedly "placing his left hand and pushing his wife against the wall and/or applying pressure to the neck," according to court documents.
Original story:
A Las Vegas Metropolitan police lieutenant has been arrested.
On Saturday, Lt. Brian Boxler was arrested and booked into the Clark County jail on a charge of domestic battery by strangulation.
Boxler has been employed with LVMPD since 2008. He is assigned to the Community Safety Division, Summerlin Area Command.
Boxler has been suspended of police powers with pay pending further investigation.
Court records show that Boxler's attorneys filed a motion to dismiss the case and the next hearing is set for June 2, 2025.
