MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Memphis Police Officer charged with domestic assault while off-duty made his first court appearance Monday for arraignment.
Larry Matthews III is out of jail on $1,000 bond.
According to Memphis Police, a warrant was issued Wednesday, December 29, 2021, charging Matthews with Domestic Assault-Bodily Harm and False Imprisonment.
Matthews turned himself in Thursday morning and was booked at the Shelby County Jail at 201 Poplar.
MPD said Officer Larry Matthews III has been relieved of duty pending an ongoing internal investigation. He is due back in court January 21, 2022.
Larry Matthews III graduated from the Memphis Police Department on January 14, 2021, and is currently assigned to Tillman Station Uniform Patrol.
If at any time you feel threatened or are being abused, dial 9-1-1 immediately. You can also contact the Family Safety Center for help at 24-HOUR CRISIS LINE 901-800-6064. For more information visit www.familysafetycenter.org or call 901-222-4400.