Officer Charged with Child Abuse | Las Vegas News

A Metro police officer arrested on July Fourth faces escalating charges—including child abuse and additional battery—after an incident that sent shockwaves through the department. Suspended without pay and on administrative leave, Jerry Wheeler, a 2019 hire in the Tourist Safety Division, has posted bond and returns to court in September. As details unfold, this case underscores the critical need for accountability—even within law enforcement. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1e8ea54e01484731