A San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department deputy was arrested on suspicion of extortion and soliciting a bribe on Tuesday.

Felony charges were filed against Cameron Romo, 27, of Rialto, on Monday. Charges included extortion and soliciting a bribe, which resulted in a warrant for his arrest, according to a news release from SBSD. He was taken into custody at around 8 a.m. on Tuesday after he was placed on compulsory leave.

The investigation began back in June of 2024, when "a citizen complaint was received alleging on-duty criminal conduct" by the deputy, the release said.

Romo was placed on administrative leave and an investigation into the allegations was launch by SBSD's Specialized Investigation Division.

"Investigators determined Romo conducted multiple criminal acts while on-du

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