LIBERTY, Texas – A former Liberty Police Department officer has been indicted for official oppression and indecent assault, according to Liberty County Jail records.
Jason Grindstaff resigned while under investigation earlier this year, the City of Liberty said in a statement posted on social media Friday.
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Records show the alleged incident happened in late November last year.
The City of Liberty said the police chief received a complaint about Grindstaff on Dec. 3, 2025, which prompted an investigation by the Texas Rangers.
Grindstaff was on administrative leave from Dec. 4, 2025 until he resigned on Feb. 27 this year, according to the city’s statement.
Bond has not been set, jail records show, after Grindstaff turned himself in Friday morning.
Charging records with additional details of the alleged incident were not available Friday.
“The City remains committed to maintaining public trust, accountability, and professionalism in all municipal operations. Any additional questions regarding the criminal case should be directed to the appropriate prosecutorial or law enforcement authorities,” the City of Liberty statement said.