The Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office says a sergeant has been relieved of duty without pay.
According to a media release, Sergeant Justin Maxfield was arrested Thursday by the Wichita Police Department on suspicion of aggravated assault, domestic violence battery, domestic violence criminal damage to property, and stalking. The sheriff's office said he has been employed for 12 years.
The office also stated that in addition to the criminal case, the Professional Standards Unit of the Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office is also conducting an investigation. The office said the alleged complaint is taken seriously and is investigated either criminally or internally including false complaints of misconduct.
