A code enforcement officer for the city of Portland was arrested last week after he was accused of assault, and is on administrative leave.
Matthew Sarapas, 50, was issued a summons by Portland police on Wednesday and could face charges for assault and unlawful sexual touching. Both are Class D crimes.
Details about the reason for his arrest were not available Monday.
Jessica Grondin, a city spokesperson, confirmed that Sarapas is still employed by the city and has been on paid administrative leave since March 6. She said there is no expected return date. His office is responsible for property inspections and housing code enforcement.
According to Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office records, Sarapas was arrested at about 6:15 p.m. Wednesday at Portland police headquarters. He is not being held in the Cumberland County Jail.
No file for Sarapas was available at the Cumberland County Superior Courthouse on Monday or Tuesday. The Cumberland District Attorney’s Office on Tuesday said prosecutors are still reviewing the case and have not yet filed charges.
Sarapas could not be reached by phone Monday afternoon. A man at his Forest Avenue home yelled “get out” through a window around 6 p.m. Another resident, who stepped outside briefly, told a reporter that they could not speak to Sarapas.
Staff Writer Daniel Kool contributed to this report.
Note: This story was updated on March 11 to include information from the district attorney’s office.
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