Braxton Shaw – Los Angeles Police Department

Officer Braxton Shaw was charged with conspiracy to obstruct justice and multiple counts of filing false police reports and preparing false documentary evidence. He allegedly falsified field interview cards, misclassifying individuals as gang members, leading to wrongful detentions and reputational damage. The misconduct was uncovered in 2020, resulting in criminal charges and departmental scrutiny.

Michael Coblentz – Los Angeles Police Department

Officer Michael Coblentz faced charges of conspiracy to obstruct justice and multiple counts of filing false police reports. He was implicated in falsifying records to misclassify individuals as gang members, contributing to wrongful detentions and legal actions against the department. The misconduct was identified in 2020, leading to criminal proceedings.

Disciplinary Actions Overview – Los Angeles Police Department

Over the past decade, the Los Angeles Police Department has faced numerous disciplinary actions involving serious misconduct and civil rights violations. Notably, multiple officers were charged with falsifying records to misclassify individuals as gang members, leading to wrongful detentions and reputational damage. The department has also been sued for creating hostile work environments and retaliating […]

Blanca Lopez – Los Angeles Police Department

Lieutenant Blanca Lopez was named in a lawsuit alleging involvement in creating a hostile work environment and retaliating against officers who reported misconduct. ([police1.com](https://www.police1.com/legal/veteran-female-officer-sues-lapd-claims-retaliation-for-reporting-hostile-workplace?utm_source=openai))

Clinton Dohmen – Los Angeles Police Department

Captain Clinton Dohmen was accused of ignoring complaints of sexual harassment and retaliating against Sergeant Darcy French after she reported derogatory social media posts targeting female officers. ([latimes.com](https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-03-16/an-lapd-cop-told-her-superiors-she-was-being-subjected-to-sexism-at-work-they-demoted-her-now-shes-suing?utm_source=openai))

Marc Reina – Los Angeles Police Department

Deputy Chief Marc Reina was named in a lawsuit alleging the creation of a hostile work environment and infliction of emotional distress on female officers. The allegations include retaliation against officers who reported misconduct. ([police1.com](https://www.police1.com/legal/veteran-female-officer-sues-lapd-claims-retaliation-for-reporting-hostile-workplace?utm_source=openai))

Scot Williams – Los Angeles Police Department

Captain Scot Williams faced allegations of contributing to a hostile work environment and retaliating against officers who reported misconduct, as detailed in a lawsuit filed by a veteran female officer. ([police1.com](https://www.police1.com/legal/veteran-female-officer-sues-lapd-claims-retaliation-for-reporting-hostile-workplace?utm_source=openai))

Robin Petillo – Los Angeles Police Department

Captain Robin Petillo was implicated in a lawsuit alleging the creation of a hostile work environment and retaliation against officers who reported misconduct within the department. ([police1.com](https://www.police1.com/legal/veteran-female-officer-sues-lapd-claims-retaliation-for-reporting-hostile-workplace?utm_source=openai))

Michael Coblentz – Los Angeles Police Department

Officer Michael Coblentz faced charges for conspiracy to obstruct justice and filing false police reports. He was implicated in falsifying records to misclassify individuals as gang members, resulting in legal and personal repercussions for those affected. ([foxla.com](https://www.foxla.com/news/5-residents-sue-lapd-chief-michel-moore-alleging-damage-from-being-misidentified-as-gang-members?utm_source=openai))

Nicolas Martinez – Los Angeles Police Department

Officer Nicolas Martinez was charged with conspiracy to obstruct justice and multiple counts of filing false police reports. He participated in falsifying field interview cards, leading to the wrongful classification of individuals as gang members. ([foxla.com](https://www.foxla.com/news/5-residents-sue-lapd-chief-michel-moore-alleging-damage-from-being-misidentified-as-gang-members?utm_source=openai))

Christopher Marsden – Los Angeles Police Department

Detective Christopher Marsden allegedly made derogatory comments comparing female detectives to sex workers. This behavior contributed to a hostile work environment and led to legal action against the department. ([police1.com](https://www.police1.com/legal/veteran-female-officer-sues-lapd-claims-retaliation-for-reporting-hostile-workplace?utm_source=openai))

Braxton Shaw – Los Angeles Police Department

Officer Braxton Shaw was charged with conspiracy to obstruct justice and multiple counts of filing false police reports. He allegedly falsified field interview cards, misclassifying individuals as gang members, leading to wrongful detentions and reputational damage. ([foxla.com](https://www.foxla.com/news/5-residents-sue-lapd-chief-michel-moore-alleging-damage-from-being-misidentified-as-gang-members?utm_source=openai))

Daniel Opdyke – Rankin County Sheriff’s Office

Rankin County Deputy Daniel Opdyke was accused of serious misconduct but stayed on the job. In August 2019, a detainee claimed Opdyke assaulted him while he was handcuffed in the county jail; that federal civil suit was dismissed after prosecutors declined to pursue charges. Opdyke remained employed and in December 2022 he was present when […]

Desmond Barney – Clinton Police Department

Desmond Barney, a former Jackson police officer, was indicted in 2020 on a second-degree murder charge for the January 2019 death of 62-year-old George Robinson, who died from a violent arrest. By then, Barney had been hired by the Clinton Police Department. During Barney’s 2021 trial, a judge found insufficient evidence and dismissed all charges […]

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