Police Investigate Assault Allegations Against Republican US Rep. Cory Mills of Florida
Investigation Ongoing
Police in Washington, D.C. are investigating assault allegations against Republican U.S. Rep. Cory Mills of Florida, but an official says the case has been sent back for further investigation and might never result in charges.
Details of the Incident
Officer were called to a residence in the Wharf neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon for a report of an assault, according to a Metro Police Department statement. The incident report says the victim was a woman, and that no weapon was involved. No arrests were made, though police noted the case was still "an active criminal investigation."
Mills’ Statement
In a statement, Mills’ office confirmed that "law enforcement was asked to resolve a private matter at Congressman Mills’ residence. Congressman Mills vehemently denies any wrongdoing whatsoever, and is confident any investigation will clear this matter quickly."
Police Review of the Incident
A law enforcement official told The Associated Press that the case was sent back to police and might not result in charges. The official was not authorized to publicly discuss details of the investigation and spoke on condition of anonymity.
Internal MPD Inquiry
The case has prompted an internal MPD inquiry into its handling of the initial complaint. "Once MPD leadership became aware of this matter there was an immediate review of our initial response to ensure all procedures were followed. MPD’s Internal Affairs Bureau is currently investigating," according to a department statement.
Mayor’s Statement
Mayor Muriel Bowser, speaking to reporters on Friday, would not confirm Mills’ involvement in the case. However, she did speak about an internal investigation, focused on "making sure that all of our members did what they were supposed to do according to MPD policy."
Background on Rep. Mills
Mills, an Army veteran who received a Bronze Star for his service in Iraq, was elected to a second term in Congress last year.
Conclusion
The investigation into the assault allegations against Republican US Rep. Cory Mills of Florida is ongoing, with the case being sent back for further investigation and potentially never resulting in charges. The incident has sparked an internal review by the MPD into its handling of the initial complaint.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the nature of the allegations against Rep. Cory Mills?
The allegations involve an assault at Rep. Mills’ residence, with no weapon involved and no arrests made. - Is Rep. Mills cooperating with the investigation?
Yes, according to his office, which states that he is "confident any investigation will clear this matter quickly." - What is the status of the investigation?
The investigation is ongoing, with the case being sent back for further investigation and possibly never resulting in charges.
