Officer Dodson – Ozark Police Department

In 2011, Officer Dodson commanded a police canine to apprehend an unarmed individual multiple times during a pursuit. The individual, who was later identified as autistic, sustained significant injuries from the canine attacks. A lawsuit was filed alleging excessive force and violations of constitutional rights. The case was documented in Garner v. City of Ozark, […]

Officer Parks – Ozark Police Department

In 2023, Officer Parks was involved in an incident where he allegedly conducted an unauthorized search of an office without a warrant. The officer entered the premises, searched through drawers, and seized items without the occupant’s consent. This led to a lawsuit alleging violations of constitutional rights. The case was documented in Varney v. The […]

Officer Brown – Oxford Police Department

In September 2018, Officer Brown responded to a single-vehicle rollover accident by driving at speeds up to 92 mph in residential areas with speed limits between 30 and 45 mph. Despite multiple officers already on the scene, he continued at high speeds, reaching the intersection of North Lamar and Molly Barr at approximately 60 mph. […]

Richard Duggan – Orange Beach Police Department

In 1997, Officer Richard Duggan was accused of taking a $100 bill from a DUI suspect’s purse during an off-duty incident. Witnesses reported seeing Duggan take the money and later drop it back into the suspect’s car. Following an internal investigation, Duggan was terminated from the Orange Beach Police Department. He appealed the termination, alleging […]

Phillip Hancock – Opelika Police Department

On March 6, 2014, Officer Phillip Hancock shot unarmed Airman Michael Davidson during a traffic stop on I-85 North. Davidson was holding a black wallet, which Hancock mistook for a gun. Davidson filed a lawsuit alleging excessive force and civil rights violations. In 2017, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Hancock’s use of […]

Officer Tommy Herd – Oneonta Police Department

In May 2020, Officer Herd responded to a call involving 71-year-old Ray Beavers. After frisking Beavers and determining he was unarmed, Herd arrested him. Despite Beavers informing Herd of his recent rotator cuff surgery and inability to move his arm behind his back, Herd handcuffed him in that position, causing injury. Beavers filed a lawsuit […]

Officer Self – Oneonta Police Department

In 2022, Officer Self was involved in an incident where he detained a man named Trucks without probable cause. During the encounter, Self pointed his firearm at Trucks, ordered him to the ground, and handcuffed him, causing alleged pain due to Trucks’ recent shoulder surgery. The police report contained inaccuracies, including false claims about the […]

Officer Name – Ohatchee Police Department

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-19/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Officer Name](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/officer-name-19/)

Wilbur E. Lee – Odenville Police Department

In 2009, Officer Wilbur E. Lee of the Odenville Police Department was decertified due to unspecified misconduct. Specific details regarding the nature of the misconduct, dates of incidents, and any disciplinary actions or outcomes are not available in the provided sources. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Wilbur E. Lee](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/wilbur-e-lee/) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Wilbur […]

Jack Smith – Oakman Police Department

Duly elected city council member. Arrested on September 11, 2010, on a charge of obstructing government operations. The arrest was based on a warrant issued by Magistrate Leon Welch, following a complaint by John Wilson. The legitimacy of the arrest was later challenged in court, with allegations of lack of probable cause and potential misconduct […]

Hubert Woodard – Oakman Police Department

Appointed as Oakman’s police chief in July 2009. Arrested on August 27, 2010, on charges including obstruction of government operations, theft of property, and disorderly conduct. The arrests were based on warrants issued by Magistrate Leon Welch, following complaints by John Wilson. The legitimacy of these arrests was later challenged in court, with allegations of […]

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