The Bucks County Department of Corrections officer, Aaron A. Mayers, was arrested on Saturday while at work and is now facing charges in connection with a violent killing, according to court documents. The U.S. Marshals Service and Doylestown Township police responded to the Bucks County Correctional Facility after receiving a warrant stating that Mayers, a 25-year-old from Doylestown Township, was wanted in a New York murder case.
Mayers was taken into custody without incident at the jail and is currently being held at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility until his extradition hearing. The arrest warrant issued in Bucks County charges Mayers with second-degree murder in New York. The court papers from Queens allege that Mayers was involved in a homicide that occurred on October 20. The victim, Francisco Ortega, was attacked by multiple suspects, with one of them striking him with a car door before fleeing the scene. Unfortunately, Ortega did not survive his injuries.
According to county spokesperson James O’Malley, Mayers has been employed by Bucks County since July 2022. It is unclear at this time what role Mayers played in the alleged murder, as the court papers do not provide specific details.
This case initially puzzled investigators, as they initially suspected Ortega had been struck by a passing vehicle. However, after reviewing security camera footage, they determined that it was an intentional attack, likely connected to road rage.
The arrest of a corrections officer in connection with a violent crime raises concerns about the hiring and screening processes within the Bucks County Department of Corrections. It is crucial for law enforcement agencies to thoroughly vet applicants to ensure public safety and maintain trust within the community.
As the investigation continues, more information may come to light regarding the motive and involvement of Mayers in the alleged murder. The Bucks County Department of Corrections will also need to address any necessary changes to their hiring and screening procedures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
