The Brief

A juvenile service officer allegedly assaulted a teen detainee at the Lyle B. Medlock Youth Treatment Center in Dallas County.

The teen needed medical attention. The officer was arrested and fired the same day.

There is an active criminal investigation, but officials have not released any details to the public.

DALLAS - A young person being held in a Dallas County juvenile detention facility was allegedly assaulted by a former employee.

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department confirmed there is an active criminal investigation.

What we know:

The alleged assault happened sometime last month at the Lyle B. Medlock Youth Treatment Center.

The facility is for teenage boys ages 13-17 who have a court order for a secure and highly structured setting for specialized treatment.

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