A deputy with the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office was arraigned Thursday on sexual assault and kidnapping charges.

A criminal complaint filed against Israel Morales shows that he is facing three counts of sexual assault, two counts of soliciting prostitution, one count of kidnapping, and one count of false imprisonment. At least three different victims are included in the complaint.

Following the hearing on Thursday, Stanislaus Sheriff Jeff Dirkse said Morales remained in the county jail on a bail of $1,150,000.

"I am deeply troubled and outraged by Morales's actions and condemn the behaviors described in this case," Sheriff Dirkse said in a statement. "Such conduct is reprehensible, criminal, and a violation of the public's trust."

The sheriff's office has been investigating Morales since March after a person who was arrested reported to Hughson police that a deputy, while allegedly on duty, was engaging in sexual misconduct.

Investigators have been verifying the claims, gathering evidence, and locating alleged victims. Morales was placed on modified duty on May 6 and was stripped of his peace officer powers while the investigation was ongoing.

Then, on Tuesday, the sheriff's office announced that Morales was arrested when he showed up for work in the department lobby.

"The actions detailed in this case represent a serious breach of public trust and are completely contrary to the values and professional standards upheld by the Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office," the department said in a statement.

The Stanislaus County District Attorney's Office said it is now reviewing the case and charges.

The sheriff's office noted that Morales, a 30-year-old Hughson resident, had been with the department since 2018.