A Fresno police officer has been arrested and accused of domestic violence and other charges.
The officer accused is 30-year-old Devin Franco, who has been with Fresno Police since 2018.
In a news release, the department said it received a 911 call on Monday from a female victim requesting a welfare check.
When officers arrived, they determined their fellow officer had committed possible domestic violence crimes.
They passed the case to Domestic Violence Unit detectives, who investigated throughout the day.
Late Monday afternoon, the officer was arrested and booked into the Fresno County Jail on felony charges of domestic violence and false imprisonment, along with misdemeanor charges of child endangerment and making harassing phone calls.
The officer has been suspended and asked to surrender his firearms and all other police property. However, he will continue to be paid during his leave.
Chief Paco Balderamma sent out a statement, writing:
“The Fresno Police Department is committed to maintaining the trust and confidence of our community who we are proud to serve. Our transparency and professionalism are both integral parts of this commitment. When our personnel are accused of criminal acts or wrongdoings, we will always conduct a thorough and accurate investigation to ensure accountability.”