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In August 2023, while off duty, Village Public Safety Officer Austin Brady was arrested on felony domestic violence assault charges in Kake, Alaska. He was accused of strangling a woman and damaging her home. During the incident, Brady admitted to being intoxicated and possessing a pistol. He faced felony second- and third-degree assault charges, along […]
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In July 2019, off-duty Officer Bartlett rear-ended a vehicle on North Douglas Highway while driving under the influence, resulting in injuries to the other driver. Bartlett’s blood alcohol content was 0.239, approximately three times the legal limit. He pleaded guilty to charges of driving under the influence and assault. A lawsuit was filed against the […]
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In 2023, a lawsuit was filed against Officer Reid alleging violations of the plaintiff’s rights under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, including claims of excessive force, malicious prosecution, and fabrication of evidence. The plaintiff asserted that Reid conducted an unlawful stop and frisk, planted incriminating evidence, and used excessive force. The case was reviewed by the […]
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On December 29, 2019, Officer Esbenshade was involved in the fatal shooting of Kelly Michael Stephens during an evening confrontation on Cinema Drive. Stephens was shot once after allegedly failing to comply with orders to stop. The family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Esbenshade, the Juneau Police Department, and the City and Borough of […]
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Listed on the Brady List for documented issues of police misconduct, including public complaints and use-of-force reports. Specific incidents and dates are not detailed in the available sources. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Bobby Forrest](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/bobby-forrest/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Bobby Forrest](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/bobby-forrest/)
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Included in the Brady List for known issues of police misconduct, such as public complaints and use-of-force reports. Specific incidents and dates are not provided in the available sources. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Juan Matus-Rio](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/juan-matus-rio/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Juan Matus-Rio](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/juan-matus-rio/)
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Named on the Brady List for documented police misconduct, including public complaints and use-of-force reports. Specific incidents and dates are not detailed in the available sources. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Debbie Rushin](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/debbie-rushin/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Debbie Rushin](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/debbie-rushin/)
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In 2010, Officer Tinker was involved in the detention of Louis, who later committed suicide in his cell. Tinker, along with other officers, failed to remove a drawstring from Louis’s pants, which was used in the suicide. The incident resulted in a lawsuit against the City of Hooper Bay for negligence. ## Officer Forum Links: […]
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In December 2006, Officer Oaks was involved in the arrest of Thomas Olson, during which Olson was tased multiple times while handcuffed and on the ground. Olson filed a lawsuit alleging excessive force, resulting in a jury awarding him $500,000 in damages. However, this verdict was later overturned by a judge citing qualified immunity for […]
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In 2010, Officer Toots was the on-duty dispatcher and jailer when detainee Louis committed suicide in his cell. Toots failed to perform mandatory five-minute checks and was found to be browsing Facebook during the detention. The incident led to a lawsuit against the City of Hooper Bay for negligence. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Officer […]
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In December 2006, Officer Joseph participated in the arrest of Thomas Olson, during which Olson was tased multiple times while handcuffed and on the ground. Olson filed a lawsuit alleging excessive force, resulting in a jury awarding him $500,000 in damages. However, this verdict was later overturned by a judge citing qualified immunity for the […]
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In December 2006, Officer Simon was involved in the arrest of Thomas Olson, during which Olson was tased multiple times while handcuffed and on the ground. Olson filed a lawsuit alleging excessive force, resulting in a jury awarding him $500,000 in damages. However, this verdict was later overturned by a judge citing qualified immunity for […]
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In January 2019, Officer Fox was involved in the arrest of George Robinson, who died from blunt force trauma to the head and bleeding from the brain. The state coroner ruled the death a homicide. Fox was charged with second-degree murder but was later acquitted. He was subsequently rehired by the Clinton Police Department after […]
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Officer Depew has been involved in multiple incidents of misconduct. On August 6, 2020, he pulled over a Black man without cause and slammed him to the ground, causing injuries. On October 12, 2020, he beat a Black man in the face with a flashlight, resulting in facial fractures. On February 5, 2021, he choked […]
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Appointed as police chief in 2008, Hankla faced multiple allegations of misconduct, including sexual harassment and favoritism. Dispatchers Karen Mills and Annette McLaughlin reported inappropriate behavior and sexual comments. Dispatcher Carole Welsh alleged that Hankla repeatedly asked to see her breasts, including on her final day of work. Lieutenant William Mills claimed Hankla filed false […]