A police sergeant has been arrested and charged with first-degree cruelty to children, among other offenses. The 35-year-old sergeant, who was with the Hapeville Police Department, was taken into custody by the Houston County Sheriff's Office. Her resignation from the police department is effective immediately.

The sergeant's bond was set at $5,000 after her arrest on August 31. Further details about the case are available from the source.

The police chief announced the sergeant's resignation and the charges she faces, which include aggravated assault and simple assault related to family violence.