Investigators said they began looking into a tip that came in on Jan. 17 about allegations of possession of child pornography.
HOUSTON, Texas -- A Houston police officer has been arrested and charged with possession of child pornography, according to HPD.
Officer Justin Weber was arrested on Tuesday after a two-month investigation, according to police. HPD said the 29-year-old has since been relieved of duty. Investigators said they received a tip on Jan. 17 about allegations of possession of child pornography. An investigation was launched immediately, police said.
Weber, who is facing 10 counts, was sworn in as an officer in December 2016. He was assigned to the air support division.HPD statement on arrest of an officer:
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