Navassa police officer indicted on several charges in New Hanover County

NAVASSA, NC (WWAY) — A Navassa police officer has been indicted on multiple charges in New Hanover County. 

A grand jury returned the indictment of Amirabbas Vaziri on Monday for Willfully Failing to Discharge Duties, Assault on a Female, and Felonious Restraint. 

The charges come after Vaziri allegedly arrested a woman outside of Navassa’s jurisdiction in Aug. 17, 2023. 

Navassa town attorney Norwood Blanchard responded to WWAY on March 1, stating that Vaziri was still working for the police department until his indictment. Vaziri is currently on administrative leave without pay.

Vaziri’s next court date is scheduled for March 25.