On March 24, 2023, Cpl. Jay Brett responded to a call at Millennium Physician Group’s office regarding Tammy King, who was experiencing emotional distress. Brett entered the women’s restroom, demanded King’s purse without explanation, and when she refused, a struggle ensued. Brett pepper-sprayed King, handcuffed her, and transported her to a mental health facility under the Baker Act. King filed a federal lawsuit alleging excessive force, unlawful detention, and civil rights violations. An internal investigation concluded that Brett did not violate departmental policies, but the lawsuit is ongoing. ([news.wgcu.org](https://news.wgcu.org/top-story/2025-01-28/baker-act-nightmare-woman-files-federal-lawsuit-after-traumatic-transport-by-lee-deputies?utm_source=openai))

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