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Investigators have not released details about the extent of the child's injuries, or the relationship between the deputy and the child.
FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. — A Frederick County deputy has been arrested on multiple charges after allegedly assaulting a child on Tuesday.
Troopers with the Maryland State Police began their investigation into the deputy with the Frederick County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday at the request of the sheriff's office and Child Protective Services. Through the initial investigation, state police were able to determine that the alleged assault involved a 5-year-old child and happened just the day prior.
After the investigation and consultation with the Frederick County State’s Attorney’s Office, the sheriff’s deputy was arrested and charged with second degree child abuse and second degree assault, according to police. He was later transported to the Frederick County Adult Detention Center for booking.
The identity of the sheriff's deputy has not been released, this includes his name and age. It is unknown at this time the deputy's relationship with the child as well as the extent of any injuries that were caused by the alleged assault.
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