Category: Audits

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Unidentified Officer – Pelham Police Department

Written by CBKN76

In 2015, an officer was terminated for hacking into the work computer system to access pornographic sites, violating the City’s Internet policy. The forensic examination was conducted by Detective McGill, and Chief Larry Palmer considered the actions a clear violation, resulting in termination. ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/alabama/alndce/2%3A2017cv01320/163480/125/?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Unidentified Officer](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/unidentified-officer-3/) ## Officer Forum Links: […]

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Unidentified Officer – Pelham Police Department

Written by CBKN76

In 2015, an officer was forced to resign after sending photos of his genitals to members of the community. Then-Chief Thomas and Deputy Chief Larry Palmer initially wanted to retain the officer, but the former mayor insisted on termination, leading to the officer’s resignation. ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/alabama/alndce/2%3A2017cv01320/163480/125/?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Unidentified Officer](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/unidentified-officer-3/) ## Officer Forum […]

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Officer Name – Pelham Police Department

Written by CBKN76

Detailed description of misconduct, disciplinary actions and outcomes. Multiple sentences are allowed here to provide complete information about the officer’s misconduct history. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Officer Name](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/officer-name-20/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Officer Name](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/officer-name-20/)

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Steven Yarbrough – Parrish Police Department

Written by CBKN76

In August 2014, Officer Yarbrough obtained arrest warrants for Larry Donald Johnson without a complaint, affidavit, or other written statement made under oath. He then arrested Johnson, who was later acquitted of all charges. Johnson filed a lawsuit alleging violations of his Fourth Amendment rights and false imprisonment. The court found that Yarbrough’s actions were […]

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Unnamed Deputies – Pinal County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

In 2009, a lawsuit was filed against Pinal County Sheriff’s Office deputies alleging unlawful seizure of property and extortion. The plaintiff claimed that deputies, under the pretense of a criminal investigation, coerced him into surrendering his companion animal by threatening arrest for driving on a suspended license. The lawsuit detailed the deputies’ actions as intentional, […]

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Deputy James – Pinal County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

Deputy James was involved in a 2013 incident where he armed a civilian observer during a response to a domestic violence situation involving a fellow officer. Upon arrival, James provided a department-issued shotgun to the civilian, who was a trained corrections officer, and used him as backup. This action led to charges of violating policies […]

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Corporal Rankin – Pinal County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

Corporal Rankin faced multiple disciplinary actions during his tenure. He was formally and significantly disciplined for an off-duty misconduct incident while employed as a deputy sheriff. Additionally, he received disciplinary actions for two instances of misconduct while previously employed as a detention officer. These actions were part of a broader discussion on the adequacy of […]

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Frank Sloup – Pinal County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

Deputy Frank Sloup has a history of disciplinary issues, including resignations from Scottsdale Police Department and Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office under circumstances that led to attempts to revoke his AZPOST certification (Case #02/54 and Case #17-148) and placement on the Brady List (Brady Offense No. 1632168525 – 1704088618). Allegations include altering official documents and lack […]

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Scott Strobel – Pinal County Sheriff’s Office

Written by CBKN76

In 2015, Deputy Scott Strobel was accused of having a sexual relationship with a minor. Sheriff Paul Babeu initiated a criminal investigation, leading to Strobel’s arrest and charges including Luring a Minor for Sexual Exploitation. Despite exculpatory evidence, the case proceeded to a grand jury, which ultimately issued a ‘No True Bill’ finding, resulting in […]

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Keyon Russaw – Ozark Police Department

Written by CBKN76

In August 2021, Officer Keyon Russaw was arrested on a charge of Domestic Violence Third Degree. He resigned from the Ozark Police Department following the arrest. Prior to his tenure in Ozark, Russaw resigned from the Dothan Police Department in October 2020 after mistakenly entering the wrong apartment during an on-duty incident. The woman involved […]

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Tim Hicks – Ozark Police Department

Written by CBKN76

In July 2021, Captain Tim Hicks was terminated by the Ozark City Council due to policy and procedural violations. Specific details of the misconduct were not publicly disclosed. Hicks had previously been rehired by the department after prior disciplinary actions for misconduct, including suspension or termination, and had attained the rank of captain before his […]

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Harvey – Pima County Sheriff’s Department

Written by CBKN76

Deputy Harvey testified in a criminal case that he struck an arrestee with the butt of his gun and later slapped the handcuffed and shackled individual. He claimed the slap was intended to prevent the arrestee from losing consciousness before medical personnel arrived. Sheriff Clarence Dupnik concluded that Harvey used excessive force, engaged in inappropriate […]

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Karl Woolridge – Pima County Sheriff’s Department

Written by CBKN76

Between December 2022 and February 2023, Operations Bureau Chief Karl Woolridge was accused of retaliating against deputies who reported issues with the department’s payroll processing system. Deputies claimed that Woolridge removed their ability to perform on-call work and reassigned them to less desirable shifts after they raised concerns about mishandled on-call and overtime pay. Eight […]

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Marlos Walker – Ozark Police Department

Written by CBKN76

In July 2021, Chief Marlos Walker was terminated by the Ozark City Council following allegations of inappropriate and unprofessional behavior. Specific details of the misconduct were not publicly disclosed. In August 2021, the council reinstated him and placed him on administrative leave with pay, pending a hearing scheduled for September 9, 2021. On September 15, […]

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