By Steve Neavling
Ticklethewire.com
A Border Patrol agent in Laredo has been charged with sex assault, tampering with evidence and official oppression.
Agent David Villarreal turned himself into Laredo police last week after being served with arrest warrants, Laredo Morning Times reports.
A woman in her 30s reported to police on March 26 that Villarreal sexually assaulted her.
Police declined to release more details.
Sara Melendez, Laredo Sector Border Patrol spokeswoman, said the agency is taking the allegations seriously.
“While it is CBP policy not to comment on an ongoing investigation, such actions will not be tolerated. CBP stresses honor and integrity in every aspect of our mission. CBP personnel perform their duties with honor and distinction, working tirelessly every day to keep our country safe,” she said in a statement.
