Create And Track Police Department History
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In November 2022, Youth Resource Deputy Joshua Robert Herren was arrested and charged with custodial sexual battery, unlawful sex with certain minors, and lewd conduct with students. The allegations date back to 2018 when the victim was a juvenile. Upon learning of the allegations, Herren resigned immediately. The case is under investigation, and efforts are […]
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Deputy Christopher White was involved in the enforcement of the ‘prolific offender’ program, which led to numerous complaints of harassment and unconstitutional practices. In 2023, a lawsuit was filed against the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office, highlighting White’s participation in repeated, unwarranted visits and intimidation tactics. The lawsuit was settled in December 2024, resulting in the […]
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Captain Robert Allen oversaw the ‘prolific offender’ program, which faced significant criticism for its methods, including frequent, unannounced visits and the use of code enforcement to pressure individuals. In 2024, a federal judge raised concerns about the continuation of these practices despite public statements to the contrary. Allen was subject to internal investigations and received […]
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Lieutenant James Davis was named in a 2023 lawsuit alleging that the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office’s predictive policing tactics violated residents’ constitutional rights. The lawsuit detailed instances where Davis authorized or participated in harassment and intimidation of individuals flagged by the program. The case was settled in December 2024, with the Sheriff’s Office agreeing to […]
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Deputy Michael Smith was involved in the controversial ‘prolific offender’ program, which targeted individuals deemed likely to commit future crimes. The program led to repeated, unwarranted visits and code enforcement actions against residents. In 2024, a federal judge questioned whether the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office had ceased these practices. Smith was named in multiple complaints […]
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In 2023, Sergeant Richard Jones was implicated in the ‘Intelligence Led Policing’ (ILP) program, which was criticized for unconstitutional harassment of residents. The program involved frequent, unannounced visits to individuals’ homes without probable cause, leading to a federal civil rights lawsuit. The Pasco County Sheriff’s Office settled the lawsuit in December 2024, agreeing to pay […]
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Deputy Ronald Thaeter was terminated from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office after engaging in the creation and distribution of sexually explicit photographs and videos on the internet for economic gain without obtaining prior approval for outside employment. These actions were found to violate the Police Officer Code of Ethics, resulting in his dismissal. Thaeter […]
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Deputy Timothy Moran was terminated from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office after participating in the creation and distribution of sexually explicit photographs and videos on the internet for economic gain without obtaining prior approval for outside employment. The activities were deemed to violate the Police Officer Code of Ethics, leading to his dismissal. Moran […]
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In February 2024, Deputy Vinroy Hylton was involved in the arrest of Christopher Connelly, who alleged excessive force was used during the incident. Body camera footage showed Connelly holding his hands up before attempting to flee, after which deputies, including Hylton, tackled and struck him. Connelly filed a federal civil rights lawsuit claiming he suffered […]
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In February 2024, Deputy Christopher Byrne participated in the arrest of Christopher Connelly, who alleged excessive force was used during the incident. Body camera footage showed Connelly holding his hands up before attempting to flee, after which deputies, including Byrne, tackled and struck him. Connelly filed a federal civil rights lawsuit claiming he suffered a […]
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In February 2024, Deputy Zachary Hall was involved in the arrest of Christopher Connelly, who alleged excessive force was used during the incident. Body camera footage showed Connelly holding his hands up before attempting to flee, after which deputies, including Hall, tackled and struck him. Connelly filed a federal civil rights lawsuit claiming he suffered […]
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In 2016, Deputy Keith Parsons initiated an internal inquiry into Facebook posts made by Deputy Marcos Lopez and other deputies. The inquiry led to an internal affairs investigation that concluded violations of the agency’s Standard of Conduct regarding courtesy and respect, resulting in written reprimands. Parsons’ role in initiating the inquiry was noted in the […]
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In 2016, Deputy Ryan Berry conducted an internal affairs investigation into Facebook posts made by Deputy Marcos Lopez and other deputies. The investigation concluded that Lopez and others violated the agency’s Standard of Conduct regarding courtesy and respect, leading to written reprimands. Berry’s role in the investigation was scrutinized for potential bias. ## Officer Forum […]
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In June 2016, Deputy Albert Vazquez posted negative comments on fellow Deputy Marcos Lopez’s campaign announcement on Facebook, violating the agency’s Standard of Conduct regarding courtesy and respect. An internal investigation concluded that Vazquez’s comments were inappropriate, resulting in a written reprimand. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Albert Vazquez](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-albert-vazquez/)
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In June 2016, Deputy John Pearce posted negative comments on fellow Deputy Marcos Lopez’s campaign announcement on Facebook, violating the agency’s Standard of Conduct regarding courtesy and respect. An internal investigation concluded that Pearce’s comments were inappropriate, resulting in a written reprimand. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy John Pearce](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-john-pearce/)