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Phila. police officer charged with exposing himself

A Philadelphia police officer was arrested today and charged with exposing himself to a woman while on duty.

A Philadelphia police officer was arrested today and charged with exposing himself to a woman while on duty.

Officer Joseph Harvey, a seven-year member of the force, also has been suspended for 30 days with intent to dismiss.

Harvey, 35, is charged with indecent exposure, official oppression and false imprisonment in the incident, which was reported on Oct. 9, police said.

An Internal Affairs investigation determined that Harvey, while on duty in the 24th District, exposed himself and performed an indecent act in front of the woman, police said.

Where the act allegedly took place was not disclosed in a Police Department statement.

The District Attorney's office approved an arrest warrant Monday and Harvey surrendered this morning to Internal Affairs, police said.