Dallas police officer accused of soliciting prostitution, department says

According to DPD, one of its own, Senior Corporal Zachary Helm, was taken into custody on Monday, June 29, and faces a felony charge.
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According to DPD, one of its own, Senior Corporal Zachary Helm, was taken into custody on Monday, June 29, and faces a felony charge.
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A Dallas police officer has been arrested for solicitation of prostitution, authorities said. According to DPD, one of its own, Senior Corporal Zachary Helm, was taken into custody on Monday and faces a felony charge. Helm has been a member of the department since June 2006 and is currently assig...
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