OLIVE BRANCH, Miss. - An Olive Branch police officer was arrested in Memphis on a fondling charge, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office (DSCO) said.

Deputies investigated a fondling allegation against Officer Joseph Barbour. A warrant for Barbour's arrest was issued following the investigation.

According to DSCO, Barbour was taken into custody in Memphis on a fugitive from justice charge tied to the DeSoto County warrant. He is awaiting extradition to DeSoto County.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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