Off-Duty Santa Clara Cop Arrested On Suspicion Of Domestic Violence

SANTA CLARA (CBS SF) -- An off-duty Santa Clara police officer was arrested early Saturday morning following an alleged domestic violence incident at a home in the city.

Just after midnight, officers responded to the 100 block of Saratoga Avenue on a report of domestic violence, according to police.

Upon arrival, officers learned the female victim had been dating the suspect, identified as 34-year-old Daniel Burdle. The woman had visible injuries, police said.

Officers arrested Burdle on suspicion of felony domestic violence. He was booked into the Santa Clara County Jail.

Burdle, a 7-year veteran with the Santa Clara Police Department, was off-duty when the incident occurred. He has been placed on paid administrative leave while the incident is being investigated, police said.

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