The indictment of David Michael
Jimenez, 37, brings the total to 17 cops, many of whom have either resigned or
retired, since an investigation into discrepancies linked to state traffic
enforcement grants began.
Jimenez was arrested on Tuesday and
later released after posting a $450 bond. Records show he left the department
in October.
The investigation began last summer
after an audit into the state grant.
Officials said the Texas Department
of Transportation requested that police Internal Affairs conduct an inquiry
after 20 officers were "red-flagged" for potential violations.
The investigation then spread to
other officers.
More indictments are expected.