Create And Track Police Department History
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In July 2021, Deputy Neil Rosaci arrested George Nathansen for obstruction of justice while Nathansen was filming deputies from a public sidewalk. Body camera footage showed Nathansen standing at least 30 feet away before Rosaci approached and handcuffed him. The charges were later dropped, and Nathansen filed a federal civil rights lawsuit alleging false arrest […]
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In November 2022, Corporal Arnault Canelle was involved in the incident leading to the death of inmate Scott Whitley III. Canelle discharged his Taser five times during the altercation. Previously, in January 2019, he was placed on a 24-hour paid suspension for violating use of force policies by administering excessive amounts of pepper foam to […]
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Lieutenant Derrick Preston failed to address and document numerous complaints regarding Sergeant Kathryn Porter’s abusive behavior towards subordinates at the Manatee County jail. Despite being aware of the toxic environment created by Porter, Preston did not take appropriate disciplinary actions or document the complaints, effectively condoning the misconduct. An internal affairs investigation found that his […]
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Over a period of at least three years, Sergeant Kathryn Porter engaged in a pattern of harassment, intimidation, and belittlement towards her subordinates at the Manatee County jail. Her behavior included using profanity-laced orders, calling deputies derogatory names, and making threats of physical violence. An internal affairs investigation revealed that her actions created a toxic […]
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In July 2017, Deputy Bradley, along with Deputies Patterson and Melita, entered the property of Plaintiff O’Keefe without a warrant during a criminal investigation. Despite O’Keefe’s explicit requests for them to leave, the deputies remained on the property, leading to allegations of unlawful search and seizure. O’Keefe filed a lawsuit against the deputies and the […]
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In July 2017, Deputy Melita, along with Deputies Patterson and Bradley, was involved in an incident where they entered Plaintiff O’Keefe’s property without a warrant during a criminal investigation. Despite O’Keefe’s explicit requests for them to leave, the deputies remained on the property, leading to allegations of unlawful search and seizure. Additionally, Deputy Melita recorded […]
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In July 2017, Deputy Patterson, along with Deputies Melita and Bradley, entered the property of Plaintiff O’Keefe without a warrant during a criminal investigation. Despite O’Keefe’s explicit requests for them to leave, the deputies remained on the property, leading to allegations of unlawful search and seizure. O’Keefe filed a lawsuit against the deputies and the […]
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In 2015, Sheriff Ben Stewart defended an officer accused of excessive use of force during the arrest of Janetta Edwards. Despite allegations of racial motivation and excessive force, Sheriff Stewart stated that surveillance video disproved these claims and supported the officer’s actions. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sheriff Ben Stewart](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/sheriff-ben-stewart/)
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Maintenance supervisor Tim Clark was accused in a federal lawsuit of sexual harassment, including asking a female employee on dates, sending inappropriate texts, and falsely claiming she was involved with an inmate. These actions were part of allegations contributing to a sexually hostile work environment. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Tim Clark](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/tim-clark/)
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Sergeant Brent Patterson was named in a federal lawsuit for allegedly engaging in inappropriate physical contact with a female employee, such as massaging her shoulders, neck, and head without consent. This conduct was part of broader allegations of a sexually hostile work environment within the Sheriff’s Office. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sergeant Brent Patterson](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/sergeant-brent-patterson-3/)
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Deputy Mike Jones was accused in a federal lawsuit of engaging in unwanted physical contact with a female employee, including massaging her shoulders, neck, and head in a manner described as ‘disgusting’ and ‘demeaning.’ The lawsuit alleges this behavior contributed to a sexually hostile work environment. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Mike Jones](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-mike-jones-3/)
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In July 2015, Sergeant Gary Cross allegedly sexually harassed and assaulted a female deputy, including searching her phone without permission, requesting nude photos, and attempting to kiss her without consent. The deputy reported the incident in 2018, leading to legal action against the Sheriff’s Office. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sergeant Gary Cross](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/sergeant-gary-cross-2/)
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In March 2013, Sheriff Nick Finch intervened in the arrest of a man for carrying a concealed weapon without a permit. Finch ordered the release of the individual, destroyed or removed official arrest documents, and altered the arrest log to make it appear the arrest never occurred. He was arrested in June 2013 and charged […]
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In 2011, a lieutenant with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office was arrested for armed sexual battery, false imprisonment, aggravated assault, and tampering with a victim. The charges stemmed from allegations of sexually battering a woman he previously dated. The lieutenant was suspended without pay, and his bond was set at $2 million. ## Officer Forum […]
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In February 2023, Deputy Sam Quincey participated in the arrest of John Reeve on a bench warrant. During the incident, Quincey and his partner confiscated the phone of a woman recording the arrest, leading to allegations of First Amendment rights violations. After the video surfaced in September 2023, Quincey was suspended with pay pending an […]