A sheriff’s deputy was arrested for allegedly assaulting a female deputy he was in a relationship with, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.

Abel Munoz Sifuentes, 29, was taken into custody on Thursday. He faces charges of assault causing bodily injury to a family member, according to court records.

The sheriff’s office said they learned about the assault during the woman’s exit interview after she submitted her resignation with the agency.

The woman told investigators that in May 2024, after his shift, Sifuentes entered the bedroom, grabbed her by the shirt, lifted her off the bed and pushed her against the wall, causing injury. She said he also struck her face.

After the interview, authorities obtained an arrest warrant for Sifuentes, who was arrested while on duty.

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