OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says a state trooper has been arrested on complaints of kidnapping, rape and other sexual-assault crimes.
Trooper Eric Roberts was arrested Monday and taken to the Creek County jail. Capt. George Brown says the 42-year-old has been on administrative leave since July 24, when a woman alleged he raped her following a traffic stop. The woman has also filed a lawsuit.
The highway patrol didn't immediately release details, but the patrol's chief is holding a news conference later Monday to discuss the case. Jail records don't list Roberts' attorney.
Last month, an Oklahoma City police officer was accused of sexually assaulting at least eight women while on duty. That officer, Daniel Holtzclaw, is facing 16 felony counts, including rape and sexual battery. He's pleaded not guilty.
