Create And Track Police Department History
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In August 2023, Luna County filed a lawsuit against Sheriff Mike Eby, accusing him of multiple violations, including illegally demoting and reassigning deputies without cause, overspending the department’s budget by 33% in six months, and violating procurement codes. The county also alleged that Eby issued a deputy commission to a non-deputy employee, granting her unrestricted […]
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On November 11, 2023, Corporal Paul Garcia was involved in a high-speed crash while responding to a robbery call, traveling at speeds up to 131 mph. He collided with a vehicle driven by Isabella Hernandez, resulting in the death of her 14-month-old son, Wyatt Franzoy, and causing severe injuries to Hernandez. Garcia was charged with […]
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In August 2022, Officer Hudspeth arrested Michael Bustamante for concealing identity, a charge that was later dismissed. Bustamante filed a tort claim alleging false arrest, excessive force, and violation of constitutional rights. The case was filed in August 2023 and is pending. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Officer Hudspeth](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/officer-hudspeth/)
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In August 2022, Corporal Jung was involved in the arrest of Michael Bustamante for concealing identity, a charge that was later dismissed. Bustamante filed a tort claim alleging false arrest, excessive force, and violation of constitutional rights. The case was filed in August 2023 and is pending. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Corporal Adam Jung](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/corporal-adam-jung/)
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Commander Mills, along with two other officers, filed a whistleblower lawsuit in January 2014, alleging retaliation for reporting concerns about a colleague’s mental health. The lawsuit claimed wrongful termination and a hostile work environment. In February 2016, Los Alamos County settled the lawsuit for $2 million and offered reinstatement to the officers, which they declined. […]
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Detective Early filed a whistleblower lawsuit in January 2014, along with two other officers, alleging retaliation for reporting concerns about a fellow officer’s mental health. The lawsuit also claimed gender discrimination and a hostile work environment. Los Alamos County settled the case in February 2016 for $2 million and offered reinstatement to the officers, which […]
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In January 2014, Commander Foster, along with two other officers, filed a whistleblower lawsuit against Los Alamos County, claiming they faced retaliation after reporting concerns about a fellow officer’s mental health. The lawsuit alleged wrongful termination and mistreatment. The county settled the case in February 2016 for $2 million and offered reinstatement to the officers, […]
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In December 2012, Officer Schamber was involuntarily committed to a mental health facility for 10 days after colleagues reported concerns about his mental health and potential danger to the community. He filed a lawsuit against Los Alamos County, alleging he was handcuffed, drugged, and held against his will. The county settled the lawsuit for $600,000 […]
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Chief Deputy Patrick J. O’Brien issued a formal letter of reprimand to Deputy Sergeant Ken Jones in 2005 for insubordination and acting outside the chain of command. This action was part of a series of events that led to Jones alleging retaliation and filing a lawsuit against the Lincoln County Commissioners. ## Officer Forum Links: […]
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Sheriff R.E. Virden was involved in a lawsuit filed by Deputy Sergeant Ken Jones, who alleged that Virden retaliated against him for his political activities by issuing reprimands and initiating investigations that led to Jones’ constructive discharge. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sheriff R.E. Virden](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/sheriff-r-e-virden/)
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In November 2017, Civil Deputy Pam Piper left evidence unattended in the mail room, which was discovered by Sergeant TK Smith. This led to an internal affairs investigation into the department’s evidence-handling procedures. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Civil Deputy Pam Piper](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/civil-deputy-pam-piper/)
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In 2005, Deputy Sergeant Ken Jones received a formal letter of reprimand for insubordination and acting outside the chain of command. He was also investigated for failing to interview a key witness in a criminal abuse case. Jones alleged that these actions were retaliatory due to his political activities, leading to a lawsuit against the […]
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In November 2017, Sergeant TK Smith attended an evidence-handling seminar where he discovered that evidence had been left unattended in the mail room by Civil Deputy Pam Piper. This incident led to an internal affairs investigation into evidence-handling practices within the department. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sergeant TK Smith](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/sergeant-tk-smith/)
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In May 2023, Deputy Sonia Estrada was accused of participating in the unauthorized dissemination of an intimate video of a fellow deputy. This act was part of a ‘revenge pornography plot’ that led to a lawsuit alleging criminal and discriminatory conduct within the department. ([docs.justia.com](https://docs.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/new-mexico/nmdce/2%3A2023cv00355/487319/44?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sonia Estrada](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/sonia-estrada/)
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Deputy Sean Roach was involved in the unauthorized distribution of an intimate video of a fellow deputy in May 2023. Along with other employees, Roach allegedly participated in spreading the video without consent, leading to a lawsuit alleging criminal and discriminatory conduct within the department. ([docs.justia.com](https://docs.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/new-mexico/nmdce/2%3A2023cv00355/487319/44?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sean Roach](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/sean-roach/)