A Bexar County Sheriff's Office deputy faced arrest yesterday morning, charged with assault causing bodily injury to a family member. As reported by Express-News, the incident occurred in the 12300 block of Claiborne Street, involving 31-year-old detention corporal Mark Anthony Plata. According to the Sheriff's Office, the altercation happened off-duty near Highway 90.
Following his arrest, Plata was released on a $2,500 bail, with records indicating his charge as a Class A Misdemeanor. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office swiftly reacted, issuing Plata a notice of proposed dismissal and placing him on an unpaid administrative leave. Commencing in June of 2020, Plata's tenure at the Sheriff's Office was assigned to the Detention Bureau.
Beyond the criminal investigation, BCSO Internal Affairs and the Public Integrity unit are carrying out a separate, concurrent administrative inquiry into Plata's conduct. Sheriff Javier Salazar underscored the gravity of such accusations among law enforcement members, stating in a release obtained by KSAT, "Domestic violence in any setting should never be tolerated, but especially in law-enforcement." Salazar added, "This young man accepted this job knowing we have a high standard, so the consequences of his actions should not come as a surprise to him."
The case continues to unfold, highlighting the broader societal imperative for accountability within law enforcement. As the proceedings advance, the community watches to see how the BCSO's commitment to "a high standard" upholds in face of this event. Further details on Plata's legal proceedings and results of the internal investigation remain pending.
