An Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officer has been arrested for child molestation following an investigation by the Hendricks County Sheriff’s Office.
On September 3, 2024, IMPD Officer Kamal Bola was arrested for three counts of child molestation and one count of voyeurism, all of which are felonies.
Earlier on September 3, 2024, a family member of the victim reported the allegations to a detective at the Hendricks County Sheriff’s Office. Detectives from the Hendricks County Sheriff’s Office investigated the claims, interviewed Bola and he was arrested shortly after.
When it was discovered that one of the involved parties was an off-duty IMPD officer, detectives from IMPD’s Special Investigation Unit (SIU) were contacted. SIU will provide assistance if requested. Bola is currently being held with no bond.
Bola is a 6-year-veteran of IMPD and was most recently assigned to Southwest District.
On September 4, 2024, when Chief Bailey learned of the allegations, he suspended Bola from the department pending a recommendation of termination to the IMPD Civilian Police Merit Board.
IMPD has collected all of his department issued equipment and Bola no longer has police powers.
“These allegations against the officer are disturbing and entirely unacceptable,” said Chief Chris Bailey.
“Children must be able to trust that those in positions of authority will protect them at all times. We demand the highest standards of conduct from our officers, both on and off duty. These allegations represent a severe breach of trust the community places in law enforcement. Our thoughts are with the victim and their family. Ensuring the safety of our community, especially our most vulnerable members, is and will remain our highest priority,” he stated.
Bola, as with any person arrested, should be considered innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
