A former producer for CNN’s Jake Tapper is reportedly being investigated over “serious allegations” of child sexual abuse, Fox News reported, citing police. He is the second CNN employee to face similar charges this month.
A statement by Virginia’s Fairfax County Police Department on Wednesday, which was cited by Fox News, appeared to confirm that a probe was launched into Rick Saleeby, who worked as a producer on ‘The Lead with Jake Tapper.’ Authorities said “detectives assigned to the Child Exploitation Squad of the Major Crimes Bureau” are leading the investigation.
“While we will eventually be transparent about our findings, safeguarding the personal privacy and safety of victims and witnesses as well as maintaining the integrity of our criminal investigation are of paramount importance,” the department added.