PHOENIX — A captain with Gilbert Fire and Rescue was arrested and is facing charges of sexual conduct with a minor, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday.
Michael Palmatier, 48, was off-duty when the incident occurred, MCSO.
Palmatier had resigned from his role with the Town of Gilbert before his arrest, according to a Town of Gilbert spokesperson. They are cooperating with the investigation.
The details of what Palmatier is accused of have not been released but MCSO said he is also facing kidnapping and indecent exposure charges.
MCSO and the Town of Gilbert did not say anything else on the incident.
This is a developing story and will be updated when more information becomes available.
MCSO said the investigation is ongoing.