Manassas Police Officer Accused Of Child Pornography Possession

MANASSAS, VA — A Manassas City Police Department officer was arrested Monday for felony possession of child pornography, according to the police department. Manassas police sergeant Wayne Bombara had his police powers suspended and was placed on leave, according to the department.

Bombara was arrested as part of an investigation by the Virginia State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, the department said.

"At a time when we are working hard to build trust in our communities, the horrible actions of one officer can overshadow the great work that the majority of police officers do every day,” Manassas City Police Chief Douglas Keen said Monday in a statement. “Accountability will always be an essential part of the commitment we make to our community. We will hold ourselves accountable, including arresting our own staff — if that is what is necessary."

Bombara began working with the Manassas City Police Department in 2000, according to the police department.

The serious nature of the allegations and the "prevalence of exploited young victims is what makes this situation acutely tragic," said Keen, adding, "allegations like this turn my stomach with disgust."