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In 2019, Officer Callahan-English participated in the restraint of Luke Hyde, applying a head restraint after Hyde was handcuffed and shackled. Hyde later died from injuries related to the incident. A lawsuit was filed alleging excessive force, and the Ninth Circuit Court determined that Callahan-English’s use of force was unreasonable and violated clearly established constitutional […]
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In 2019, Officer Pralgo was involved in the arrest of Luke Hyde, during which he used a Taser multiple times, including after Hyde was handcuffed and shackled. Hyde subsequently died from injuries sustained during the incident. A lawsuit was filed alleging excessive force, and the Ninth Circuit Court found that Pralgo’s actions were unreasonable and […]
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In 2012, Officer Paul A. Gutierrez of the Wickenburg Police Department had his certification revoked due to engaging in sexual conduct while on duty, which is considered misfeasance, malfeasance, or nonfeasance as a peace officer. Additionally, he was found to have been dishonest by providing false statements to the Chief of Police, Internal Affairs Investigator, […]
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In April 2020, officers were involved in the death of Carlos Adrian Ingram Lopez, who was restrained face down while pleading ‘I can’t breathe.’ The incident was not immediately disclosed, leading to public outrage. An internal investigation revealed procedural failures and inadequate planning by the officers involved. The department implemented reforms, including better training on […]
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In March 2020, several officers were involved in the in-custody death of Damien Alvarado. Officers kneeled on Alvarado’s back for nearly three minutes, despite his repeated statements that he couldn’t breathe. The Pima County Medical Examiner ruled the death accidental, citing sudden cardiac arrest exacerbated by restraint and methamphetamine intoxication. A Superior Court judge denied […]
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In 2009, Lt. Greene was involved in a domestic incident with Officer Middleton, leading to an internal affairs investigation. Greene was found to have engaged in witness tampering by instructing an individual not to cooperate with investigators. He received a 30-hour suspension. Additionally, Greene exhibited controlling behavior towards Middleton, including dictating her appearance and monitoring […]
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In November 2021, off-duty Officer Szelewski was involved in a physical altercation with two women in a restaurant parking lot. Video footage showed him restraining the women, leading to public outcry. The Pima County Attorney’s Office declined to file criminal charges against Szelewski, citing insufficient evidence. However, the City of Tucson reached a $30,000 settlement […]
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In November 2014, Officer Tribolet’s wife received a red-light camera ticket. A process server delivered the paperwork to Tribolet, who later denied under oath having received it. A recording contradicted his testimony, leading to an internal affairs investigation. Tribolet resigned in November 2015 after being found to have provided false testimony. He subsequently filed a […]
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In February 2021, Sgt. Travis Mattern resigned following a complaint from a female employee alleging an unwanted advance that made her feel uncomfortable. An internal investigation revealed a pattern of inappropriate behavior toward women, including making disturbing comments and sending sexually explicit texts. Mattern voluntarily relinquished his law enforcement certification during the probe. ## Officer […]
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In September 2024, Officer Eric Hendrix, serving as a School Resource Officer at Tolleson Union High School, was involved in an incident where he used force on a student. Surveillance footage showed Hendrix taking the student to the wall and allegedly punching him multiple times. The school district superintendent deemed the force unnecessary and requested […]
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In 2012, Officer Antonio Dominguez of the Tolleson Police Department was decertified for misconduct. Specific details about the incidents leading to decertification are not provided in the available sources. The Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board revoked his certification on December 16, 2015. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Antonio Dominguez](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/antonio-dominguez/) ## Officer Forum Links: […]
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In 2015, Officer Gena Lynn Founds of the Tolleson Police Department was decertified for submitting fraudulent timesheets and falsifying department documents. She was paid for 27 shifts that she did not work. The Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board revoked her certification on January 20, 2016. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Gena Lynn Founds](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/gena-lynn-founds/) […]
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In 2015, Officer Pedro A. Flores of the Tolleson Police Department was decertified for submitting fraudulent timesheets and falsifying department documents. He was paid for 27 shifts that he did not work. The Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board revoked his certification on January 20, 2016. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Pedro A. Flores](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/pedro-a-flores/) […]
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In 2015, Officer Leonard R. Tartaglia of the Tolleson Police Department was decertified for submitting fraudulent timesheets and falsifying department documents. He was paid for 27 shifts that he did not work. The Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board revoked his certification on January 20, 2016. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Leonard R. Tartaglia](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/leonard-r-tartaglia/) […]