New York ( CNN ) -- Police arrested a Columbia University professor accused of having a three-year long sexual relationship with his daughter , officials said . David Epstein is charged with one count of incest in the third degree , according to a statement from the Manhattan District Attorney 's office . The alleged sexual relationship between Epstein and his biological daughter -- now 24 years-old -- took place between 2006 and 2009 , the statement said . He could face four years in prison , if convicted . His attorney Matthew Galluzzo said Epstein is innocent , claiming the charges are `` unfair and unwarranted . '' `` He is a respected member of the academic community and wishes to thank his friends at Columbia University for their continued support throughout this ordeal , '' Galluzzo said . Columbia University placed the 46-year old professor of political science on administrative leave , but declined further comment regarding the investigation , said university spokesman Robert Hornsby . Epstein is set to appear in court on March 10 .
Police arrest professor accused of sexual relationship with his daughter . David Epstein is charged with one count of incest in the third degree . He could face four years in prison , if convicted .