HAMMOND, La. — A former Tangipahoa Parish deputy was arrested Friday following an investigation into inappropriate behavior.

Mike Johnson, 61, was booked on four counts of indecent behavior with a juvenile and one count of malfeasance in office.

Johnson worked as a TPSO deputy for nearly four years.

Authorities said the investigation began this week after information was received that Johnson showed inappropriate pictures to juveniles during a recent security detail.

"He was immediately placed on administrative leave," a release said.

After completing the investigation, Johnson was terminated Friday afternoon and then arrested.

Officials say the investigation is ongoing.

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