Fort Worth Police Officer Carlos Zelaya was arrested on November 13, on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon related to family violence, according to Fox 4 News reports. The incident occurred while Zelaya was off-duty, leading to his immediate placement on restricted duty by the Fort Worth Police Department.
This restrainment means Zelaya is temporarily without police powers while he awaits the outcome of criminal and internal investigations.
Officer Zelaya, who has served the Fort Worth Police Department since 2013, and was assigned to the Gang Unit, is now under scrutiny, according to NBC DFW.
Although the details of the allegations are currently minimal, the department is demonstrating its commitment to maintaining professional integrity by seriously considering the charges against Zelaya.
The Fort Worth Police Department has affirmed its commitment to uphold high standards, promising to take action based on the investigation's findings in Zelaya's case, as reported by The Dallas Morning News.
