DODGEVILLE, Wis. -- He is second in command at the Dodgeville Police Department, a school liaison officer, and an assistant football and baseball coach at Dodgeville's High School.

Now Lt. Ron Gratz is the target of a state criminal investigation in Iowa County.

Gratz has been suspended with pay from both his police and coaching duties.

He is an 11-year veteran of the force and well-known in the local sports community. Those close to the investigation told News 3 the probe started after Gratz allegedly sent a questionable photograph by e-mail to several male students.

Now state agents have searched his home -- seizing his computers, adult pornography, documents, records and photographs.

In addition to the state criminal investigation, Dodgeville police and the school district are each conducting their own internal examinations.

"I will only comment that it is highly sensitive, multi-dimensional, confidential police matter that remains under investigation," said David Kieffer, chief of police. "I hope the people appreciate that I am not able to speak beyond this statement at this time."

In a statement, Gratz's attorney told News 3 Gratz has an "impeccable 11-year record with the police department. He has completely cooperated with an investigation, and hopes it will be completed soon. He expects to return to his job."

Some have told News 3 the case has created a real rift in the community as many stand behind Gratz -- while others do not.