Dallas neurologist charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child, medical license suspended
Samir Shah Mugshot from Tarrant CO Jail.
Update:
DALLAS - On May 21, the Texas Medical Board reinstated Dr. Samir Shah's medical license after a Tarrant County grand jury decided not to move forward with criminal charges.
"We are grateful to the Texas Medical Board for reinstating Dr. Shah's license with all due haste," said defense attorney Christy Jack, of the law firm Varghese Summersett. "This marks the beginning of the end of a terrible nightmare for Dr. Shah and his countless supporters."
Grand jury decides not to charge Dallas neurologist in child sex assault case
A Tarrant County grand jury declined to indict a Dallas neurologist who was arrested last year for the alleged aggravated sexual assault of a child.
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Original Story:
What we know:
A Dallas neurologist has been charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child and has temporarily lost his Texas medical license while investigators gather more information.
Dr. Samir Shah, 48, was arrested on Oct. 28 and booked into the Tarrant County Jail. His bond was set at $150,000, and public records show he has since been released.
The Texas Medical Board determined that Shah’s continued practice poses a threat to public welfare. The suspension of his medical license took effect immediately on Dec. 5.
The investigation is ongoing.
Dig deeper:
According to public records obtained by FOX 4, Shah received his medical license in 2008 and has been actively practicing in Texas for 15 years.
He has worked at three or more medical centers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
His attorneys shared the following statement with FOX 4:
"The simplest way to gain an advantage in an ugly custody battle is to make a false claim of sexual abuse. It is the weapon of mass destruction in family courts and, unfortunately, is easily wielded every day across the country. There is no credible evidence to suggest anything other than the fact that Dr. Samir Shah is a devoted father who loves his daughters and has always prioritized their well-being. Dr Shah has further taken and passed a rigorous polygraph by the best polygrapher in this part of the country. In the end, I am confident that the facts will show that the only victim in this situation is Dr. Shah."
What we don't know:
The medical board did not release any details about the sexual assault case, including whether the alleged incident occurred at home or at work.
It is unclear whether Shah’s suspension will remain temporary or if the board will permanently revoke his license.