A statement released by the department that the officers have been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.

West Memphis mayor Marco McClendon said state prosecutors are investigating, and the nature of the investigation is for misconduct. WMPD confirmed on Tuesday that the officers involved had been placed on paid administrative leave.

Four West Memphis officers have been placed on leave after a sexual misconduct investigation was launched. Michelle Obama will talk divorce, newfound freedom and friendship—but refuses to delve into politics—on a newly announced podcast with her brother,

The West Memphis Police Department has suspended four police officers amid allegations of sexual misconduct. Major Stacy Allen, Captain Mose Walker, Captain Ivora Hall, and Officer Treasure Gaither have been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.