Adams County pays man $80,000 after he was arrested…
Originally reported by 9News — 2025-11-12
A former Denver Police Department reserve officer named Barry Zatkalik was arrested for recording a deputy and complaining about speeding, resulting in an $80,000 settlement payout from Adams County. The incident occurred during a traffic stop on southbound Highway 85 near 104th Avenue.
Key Facts
- Barry Zatkalik was arrested by Deputy Walter Berlinski for recording the deputy and complaining about speeding
- The arrest resulted in an $80,000 settlement payout from Adams County
- Zatkalik is a former reserve officer of the Denver Police Department
Incident Details
| Location | ADAMS COUNTY, Colo. |
| Department | Adams County Sheriff’s Office |
| Officers Involved | Walter Berlinski (Deputy) |
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