Former local police officer arrested after sexual assault indictment

Police arrested a former Killeen officer Wednesday after a grand jury indicted him for sexual assault and official oppression.

Officer Christopher R. Morris was fired on June 6.

He was placed on administrative leave in December 2015 after police were notified about a possible sexual assault earlier in the year involving a Killeen officer, police spokeswoman Carroll Smith said in a press release Wednesday afternoon.

“Christopher Morris’ actions violated the trust and faith placed in him by the community and this department. His conduct is inexcusable and will not be tolerated. He will be held accountable for any criminal conduct in a court of law,” Killeen police Chief Dennis Baldwin said.

Morris was ordered jailed in lieu of bonds totaling $200,000.

No further details were immediately released Wednesday.