HONOLULU (KHON2) — According to the Honolulu Police Department, a Honolulu Fire Department Battalion Chief has been arrested for sexual assault.

HFD has placed the 49-year-old battalion chief on temporary leave as HPD investigates and they say they are taking the allegations seriously and are cooperating fully with police.

He was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 18, but was released the same day pending investigation.

HFD added they “will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and conduct for our department.”