Firefighter Charged with Sexual Assault After Warning Neighbors About Predator

Unexpected Arrest of Fire Lieutenant

• 🚒 Everman Fire Lieutenant Joel Jones is under arrest for felony sex crime charges, including aggravated sexual assault and two counts of aggravated kidnapping with sexual abuse.
• 💡 Jones had previously gone door-to-door in his neighborhood, warning residents about a sexual predator on the loose.
• 🏠 Neighbors expressed shock and disbelief upon learning of Jones's arrest, stating they had no idea he was involved.

Investigation into Sexual Assault

• 🚨 The initial investigation began on February 10th when Fort Worth Police responded to a sexual assault call.
• 🚗 Investigators identified tobasa Griffiths as a suspect based on a partial license plate and home security video, leading to his arrest for aggravated sexual assault.
• 🧩 A further investigation revealed that Jones allegedly solicited Griffiths to commit the assault, leading to Jones's subsequent arrest.

Community Impact and Official Response

• ⚠️ The allegations against Jones, though not related to his job, have deeply concerned the Everman Fire Department.
• 🚫 Fire Chief stated that Jones has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the charges.
• 😟 Residents like James Martinez are upgrading home security, feeling their sense of safety and comfort in their homes has been shattered.