FRANKLIN - A deputy was arrested after a fleet vehicle he operated got into a collision with an emergency services vehicle and he provided false information, the St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office said Friday.

According to Sheriff Gary Driskell, Michael Swords, 71, was booked for malfeasance after an investigation revealed that Swords violated internal policies and law. Swords allegedly intentionally provided inaccurate information regarding the involvement of the fleet vehicle.

Swords was terminated from his position and bail is set at $25,000.