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On April 27, 2009, Officer Palmer was responsible for overseeing the care of an inmate exhibiting severe symptoms of methamphetamine intoxication. The inmate’s condition worsened over several hours, and medical assistance was not promptly sought. The inmate was eventually transported to the hospital but was pronounced dead on April 28, 2009. A lawsuit was filed […]
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On April 27, 2009, Officer Rope was involved in the supervision of an inmate who displayed signs of acute methamphetamine intoxication. Despite the inmate’s deteriorating condition, there was a delay in seeking medical assistance. The inmate was eventually transported to the hospital but was pronounced dead on April 28, 2009. A lawsuit was filed alleging […]
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On April 27, 2009, Officer Smith was involved in the handling of an inmate who exhibited signs of acute methamphetamine intoxication. Despite observing the inmate’s deteriorating condition, including incoherence and inability to maintain balance, the response was delayed. The inmate was eventually transported to the hospital but was pronounced dead on April 28, 2009. An […]
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On April 27, 2009, Officer Navarette participated in the management of an inmate showing severe symptoms of methamphetamine intoxication. The inmate was placed in a restraint chair and later found unresponsive. Emergency medical services were called, but the inmate was pronounced dead on April 28, 2009. The incident led to a lawsuit claiming that the […]
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In October 2009, Sgt. Luzania was accused of creating a hostile work environment by allegedly ignoring radio communications from a female detention officer, delaying responses to her requests, and making derogatory comments about women in corrections. The officer filed a formal complaint in August 2010, leading to an investigation that ultimately found the complaints unsubstantiated. […]
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Detention officer Lance Goad resigned during an internal investigation into the death of inmate Gene ‘Chad’ Beason, who died by suicide on December 25, 2018. Beason, who was hearing voices prior to his death, did not receive psychiatric care. Jail staff, including Goad, failed to perform required cell checks, allowing Beason to hang himself. Four […]
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On March 13, 2024, during an arrest in Doney Park, a Coconino County Sheriff’s Office deputy struck a handcuffed female suspect twice in the face. The incident was captured on body-worn camera footage. The deputy was placed on administrative leave, and both criminal and administrative investigations were initiated to assess the appropriateness of the use […]
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Sergeant Barth faced multiple disciplinary actions for minor policy violations, including inadequate supervision, public displays of affection while in uniform, and improper use of a patrol car. He was suspended, placed on a special observation period, and eventually demoted to deputy sheriff. Barth filed a lawsuit alleging harassment and retaliation, but the court dismissed his […]
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Operations Commander Watkins allegedly stated that individuals could not file reports unless processed through him and claimed they had no rights in Cochise County. These statements were part of broader allegations of constitutional rights violations and failure to properly supervise deputies. ([casetext.com](https://casetext.com/case/hinton-v-cnty-of-cochise-2?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Operations Commander Robert Watkins](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/operations-commander-robert-watkins/) ## Officer Forum Links: […]
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Sergeant Parker was accused of threatening to arrest individuals who demanded the arrest of those in possession of their stolen items. Additionally, he allegedly organized a group to return stolen property without the owners’ permission and was involved in planting or destroying evidence. These actions led to allegations of unreasonable search and potential constitutional violations. […]
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Deputy Watkins was alleged to have made unspecified threats or statements that contributed to claims of constitutional rights violations. The lack of detailed information about his actions makes it difficult to assess the full extent of the misconduct. ([casetext.com](https://casetext.com/case/hinton-v-cnty-of-cochise-2?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Curtis Watkins](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-curtis-watkins/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Curtis Watkins](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-curtis-watkins/)
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In August 2019, Deputy Haymore rear-ended a stopped vehicle at nearly 70 mph while responding to a domestic violence call. The investigation revealed he was traveling at about 107 mph five seconds before impact. Haymore was cited for failure to control speed to avoid an accident, completed a defensive driving program, and received a letter […]
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In 2007, Irvin Hugh Lynch, former Chief Deputy of the Apache County Sheriff’s Office, pleaded guilty and no contest to two counts of false swearing before the State Grand Jury, both misdemeanors. In 2005, Lynch falsely testified that a 2003 trip to Phoenix with Sheriff Hounshell was to purchase a new truck for himself, when […]
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In 2011, Franklin T. Lee, an officer with the Apache County Sheriff’s Office, had his certification revoked due to misconduct. He made false statements in an investigatory report and was untruthful to a supervisor during an official investigative interview. ([uglyjudge.com](https://uglyjudge.com/html/Arizona%20hides%20Police%20Officer%20Decertifications.htm?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Franklin T. Lee](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/franklin-t-lee/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Franklin T. […]
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In 2007, Sheriff Brian Hounshell pleaded guilty to Solicitation for Misuse of Public Monies, a Class 6 undesignated felony. He was indicted in 2005 on charges including misuse of public funds, fraud, and theft. As part of his plea agreement, Hounshell resigned effective September 30, 2007, agreed not to seek public office in the future, […]