The College Station Police Department (CSPD) found itself investigating and ultimately arresting one of its own College Station police officers for allegedly stealing money from a suspect during an arrest.
College Station police officer Anderson’s actions not only resulted in his dismissal from the force but also led to charges of theft as a public servant, a Class A Misdemeanor, carrying a potential jail sentence of up to one year and a fine of $4,000. (Photo: Brazos County Jail)
College Station Police Officer Allegedly Steals Money
The College Station police officer in question, De’Kedrick Anderson, faced swift action as the police department responded promptly to the concerning report made by a vigilant citizen.
College Station police officer Anderson’s actions not only resulted in his dismissal from the force but also led to charges of theft as a public servant, a Class A Misdemeanor, carrying a potential jail sentence of up to one year and a fine of $4,000.
According to the CSPD, they received a call from a concerned citizen on a Saturday morning reporting that money had gone missing from a suspect’s possession during the booking process.
According to a published article, the individual claimed that the arrested person had a certain sum of money when taken into custody, but upon further inspection, almost half of it had disappeared.
Promptly responding to the report, the College Station police officers launched an investigation into the matter. Collecting evidence diligently, authorities began to suspect that the arresting College Station police officer, De’Kedrick Anderson, may have been involved in the alleged theft.
As the investigation unfolded, it became increasingly evident that College Station police officer Anderson was linked to the crime, leading to the decision to terminate his employment with the police department.
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College Station Police Officer Arrested and Charged
Following the completion of the investigation, College Station police officer De’Kedrick Anderson was arrested and officially charged with theft as a public servant.
According to a published article, College Station police officer Anderson is being held on a $4,000 bond, according to Brazos County Jail records.
This grave offense carries severe penalties, including potential jail time and a substantial fine.
In a public statement released via Twitter, CSPD’s Police Chief, Billy Couch, expressed his disappointment and outrage over College Station police officer Anderson’s actions in a public statement, emphasizing that such behavior is not reflective of the department’s integrity and the commitment of its officers to serve the community.
