TSA removes worker accused of sexual assault

A Transportation Security Administration worker has been removed from his post after being charged with sexual assault in northern Virginia.

The Associated Press reported this week that 52-year-old Harold Rodman was arrested in Manassas, Va., for allegedly assaulting a woman in his neighborhood while wearing his TSA uniform.

The agency confirmed to the The Hill that it took action following the incident.

"TSA holds its personnel to the highest professional and ethical standards, and investigates all allegations of misconduct," TSA said in a statement.

"TSA is working closely with local law enforcement on this matter," the statement continued. "The disturbing allegations against this individual in no way reflect the work of the more than 50,000 security officers who every day ensure the security of the traveling public."

According to reports, police say Rodman showed a woman his TSA badge before he assaulted her.

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