SPI Public Transit Director on Paid Administrative Leave

The City of SPI placed Public Transit Director Jesus Arriaga on paid administrative leave approved by City Manager Randy Smith on September 4 until further notice.

Arriaga was arrested on three counts of:

1. Possession of Controlled Substance PG 1/ 1B State Jail Felony,
2. Possession of Marijuana < 2 oz. Class B Misdemeanor, and
3. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Class C Misdemeanor.

The Cameron County District Attorney’s Office dismissed Arriaga on September 6 on only two charges due to Co-Defendant David Pena claiming ownership of the drugs.

No documents provided a dismissal of the possession of drug paraphernalia.  

According to the City’s employee handbook, administrative leave may be granted for investigations, representing the City or Department on proceedings, conferences, or emergencies.

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