HARRIS COUNTY, Texas : Metro PD Lt. Tarlesha James resigns amid criminal investigation for alleged attempted vehicular assault on ex-lover

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — METRO Police Lieutenant Resigns Amid Criminal Investigation

In a recent turn of events, a METRO police lieutenant in Harris County, Texas, has made the decision to resign from her position following a criminal investigation. The department confirmed that Lt. Tarlesha James submitted her resignation on June 11, with immediate effect.

To provide context, the incident in question took place at the Willowbend Apartments located in the 9300 block of FM 1960 Bypass Road W. near Humble. Deputies from the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office were called to the scene after reports of a car striking an individual in the parking lot.

Lt. Tarlesha James had been on administrative leave since May following her alleged involvement in the auto-pedestrian incident. The circumstances surrounding the incident have raised concerns and led to her subsequent resignation.

According to witness statements provided to ABC13, the incident appeared to be intentional. Subsequently, Lt. James was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon on a family member. Reports indicated that the victim was identified as a church pastor, who was allegedly her former partner.

The resignation of Lt. Tarlesha James marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation and has sparked conversations within the community. The METRO Police Department is expected to continue its probe into the matter to ensure accountability and justice.