A veteran Dallas police officer was arrested Wednesday on felony assault charges after turning himself in to county authorities.
Senior Corporal Scott Jay, who has served with the department for nearly 28 years, faces accusations of aggravated assault causing bodily injury. Dallas police confirmed the charges stem from an incident that prompted an arrest warrant.
Jay, badge number 7562, surrendered to the Dallas County Sheriff’s Department on July 30, 2025. The second-degree felony charge carries potential prison time if convicted.
The 27-year veteran joined the force in September 1997. He most recently worked in the specialized Canine Unit.
Department officials placed Jay on administrative leave while conducting an internal investigation. The review will determine whether policy violations occurred alongside the criminal allegations.
Dallas police did not provide details about the alleged assault incident. The timing, location, and circumstances surrounding the charges remain unclear.
Second-degree felony assault in Texas typically involves serious bodily injury to another person. Convictions can result in two to 20 years in state prison.