Philly Cop Accused of Indecent Exposure

Officer Joseph Harvey suspended with intent to dismiss

Philadelphia Police arrested one of their own Wednesday after an internal investigation revealed that a cop allegedly exposed himself to a woman.

Officer Joseph Harvey of the 24th Police District was taken into custody and charged with indecent exposure, official oppression and false imprisonment stemming from an October incident.

An unidentified woman reported to authorities that Harvey allegedly exposed himself and performed an indecent act at an undisclosed location, said police.

The 35-year-old officer joined the force in 2003. He was suspended with intent to dismiss, according to police.

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