Duval County jail nurse arrested on child abuse, battery charges

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A licensed practical nurse assigned to the Duval County jail as part of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office's medical services division was arrested on charges related to child abuse and aggravated battery on a pregnant woman.

The JSO integrity unit conducted the investigation and arrested 28-year-old Jared True on Thursday.

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True began his employment with JSO on Nov. 29, 2010, and is currently on leave without pay.

Police said the case is an active ongoing criminal investigation. No other information was available.