Orange County deputy arrested on soliciting prostitution charge

An Orange County deputy was arrested on charges of soliciting prostitution, the Orange County Sheriff's Office confirmed, according to FOX 35 Orlando.

The deputy, identified as Eric Raymond, was taken into custody Sunday by deputies from the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Following the arrest, Raymond has been relieved of all law enforcement duties and reassigned to administrative tasks while the criminal case proceeds.

Sheriff John Mina emphasized the department's commitment to upholding the law among its deputies. The sheriff's office plans to conduct its own internal investigation after the criminal case concludes.

Raymond has been with the Orange County Sheriff's Office since August 2020 and was assigned to the Uniform Patrol Division prior to his arrest, FOX 35 Orlando reported.