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On May 24, 2024, Trooper Jason Woodruff, a 16-year veteran of the Alaska State Troopers, participated in the arrest of a man on the Kenai Peninsula. Woodruff deployed his K9 unit to bite the suspect for over a minute, even as the man appeared to comply with commands. The suspect sustained significant injuries and was […]
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In 2002, Alakunak resident Kevin Patrick filed a lawsuit alleging that a State Trooper brutalized him during an arrest. The State settled the lawsuit in 2007, agreeing to pay Patrick $500,000. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Kevin Patrick](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/kevin-patrick/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Kevin Patrick](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/kevin-patrick/)
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On May 24, 2024, Sergeant Joseph Miller, a 14-year veteran of the Alaska State Troopers, was involved in the arrest of a man on the Kenai Peninsula. Miller broke a rear window of the suspect’s vehicle and dispensed pepper spray inside. After the suspect exited, Miller placed his boot on the man’s head, pushing it […]
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In 2013, Lieutenant Heath Jones was terminated from the Heflin Police Department for ‘conduct unbecoming of a police officer’ and ‘not following Law Enforcement Code of Conduct.’ The termination was linked to his relationship with a convicted felon, which was deemed a violation of department policy. Jones alleged that his termination was retaliatory, claiming he […]
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On January 31, 2012, Officer Smith responded to a call involving O’Patrick Humphrey, a man suffering from schizophrenia who had become combative with paramedics. Upon arrival, Smith encountered Humphrey approaching him with arms waving. Smith discharged his firearm, fatally wounding Humphrey in the groin. A lawsuit alleging excessive force was filed against Smith and the […]
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In November 2019, Officer Timothy Abbott submitted false information to the FAA to register a Kitfox Series 5 airplane, falsely claiming ownership through a bill of sale from a previous owner who lacked authority to sell the aircraft. After removing the plane from its location, the actual owner reported it stolen. Abbott returned the aircraft […]
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In October 2021, Trooper Benjamin Strachan, a Soldotna resident and trooper since June 2020, was arrested on multiple counts of sexual abuse of a minor. The investigation found probable cause that Strachan sexually abused multiple victims within the last year. He was charged with one count of Sexual Abuse of a Minor in the 1st […]
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On May 14, 2017, Officer Patrick Niles, along with Officer Micah Host, responded to a domestic disturbance call at Michael Welch’s residence. Welch, who is deaf, alleged that Niles failed to accommodate his disability by not communicating in writing. The situation escalated, resulting in Welch being tased, handcuffed, and arrested. Welch filed a lawsuit against […]
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In November 2021, Investigator Garrett Willis, a Wasilla resident and trooper since 2003, was arrested on multiple domestic violence assault charges. Investigations revealed instances of domestic violence occurring between 2018 and 2020 against multiple victims. Willis was charged with two counts of Assault II DV, three counts of Assault III DV, and three counts of […]
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On June 30, 2024, at approximately 2:30 AM, a Hartselle police officer initiated a traffic stop on Highway 31 near the intersection of Highway 36 after observing a vehicle exceeding the speed limit. The driver, an off-duty Decatur police officer, admitted to consuming alcohol earlier that night. Instead of arresting the driver for DUI, the […]
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In May 2024, Trooper Jason Woodruff, a 16-year veteran and K9 officer in Soldotna, used excessive force during the arrest of a man mistaken for a suspect with an active warrant. Woodruff deployed his K9, allowing it to bite the man for over a minute as he attempted to comply with commands, resulting in severe […]
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On May 14, 2017, Officer Micah Host responded to a domestic disturbance call at Michael Welch’s residence. Welch, who is deaf, alleged that Host failed to accommodate his disability by not communicating in writing. The situation escalated, resulting in Welch being tased, handcuffed, and arrested. Welch filed a lawsuit against the City of Hartselle, claiming […]
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In May 2024, Sgt. Joseph Miller, a 14-year veteran and shift supervisor in Soldotna, used excessive force during the arrest of a man mistaken for a suspect with an active warrant. Miller broke a vehicle window, deployed pepper spray, used a Taser multiple times, and stepped on the man’s head, causing significant injuries. Initially charged […]
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In late 2007, Drew Garner, an acquaintance of Fred and Garret Daniels, was involved in a murder-for-hire and assault-for-hire conspiracy. Garner approached a confidential informant, Carl Sylvestry, about the murders and assault. The Hartford Police Department, led by Chief Nick Finer, conducted an undercover operation where Officer Mendiola posed as a hitman. Garner provided $3,000 […]
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Charged in February 2025 with drug-related offenses, including distribution of controlled substances. These charges were part of the widespread misconduct that led to the department’s suspension. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/b8a612758058bfef2d45b94afca72bc8?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Unnamed Officer 4](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/unnamed-officer-4/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Unnamed Officer 4](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/unnamed-officer-4/)