A New York City police officer, 39-year-old Joshua Acosta, was arrested on Wednesday night on charges that include rape and sexual acts against a child, according to the district attorney's office. The case is significant because records show Acosta had previously admitted to violating department rules while on the job, raising questions about his conduct and oversight prior to the criminal allegations.

According to the district attorney's office, Acosta's earlier admitted misconduct included engaging in a dangerous high-speed chase and allegedly failing to activate his body camera. The available report does not detail the circumstances of the alleged offences for which he was arrested, and the charges remain allegations that have yet to be tested in court.