or lawsuits involving individual officers of the Linden Police Department in Alabama within the past 10 years. Therefore ## Officer Forum Links: – [disciplinary actions](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/disciplinary-actions-9/)
On May 5, 2021, Officer Hellums conducted an illegal traffic stop, alleging an improper lane change despite the driver’s turn signal being activated. The stop was deemed unlawful due to the officer’s intimidation tactics and lack of probable cause. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Unknown Hellums](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/unknown-hellums/)
In 2014, Officer Robert Kirk was involved in a shooting incident where he fired multiple shots at a suspect, resulting in serious injuries. The suspect alleged excessive use of force, leading to a lawsuit against the City of Leeds. The court denied Officer Kirk’s claim to qualified immunity, allowing the case to proceed. The outcome […]
In 2010, Officer Nathan White was involved in an incident where excessive Taser use was reported during the arrest of Antonio Scott. An internal investigation determined that White violated the department’s Taser Use Policy and Use of Force Policy. As a result, White was terminated from his position in January 2011. ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/alabama/almdce/3%3A2012cv00584/48518/38/?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum […]
In 2010, Officer Tseyonka Davidson participated in the arrest of Antonio Scott, during which excessive Taser use was reported. An internal investigation concluded that Davidson violated the department’s Taser Use Policy and Use of Force Policy. Consequently, Davidson was terminated from his position in January 2011. ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/alabama/almdce/3%3A2012cv00584/48518/38/?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – [Tseyonka Davidson](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/tseyonka-davidson/)
In 2010, Officer Darrell Hale was involved in an incident where excessive use of a Taser was reported during the arrest of Antonio Scott at a Piggly Wiggly store. An internal investigation found that Hale, along with two other officers, violated the department’s Taser Use Policy and Use of Force Policy. As a result, Hale […]
In September 2023, former officer Amber Bolt was indicted on ethics violations. She allegedly used her law enforcement position to perform an unlawful vehicle stop to assist another officer, Christopher Looser, in retrieving items during a vehicle repossession. Bolt also made a false statement to an employee of the State of Alabama Ethics Commission. Her […]
In September 2023, former officer Christopher Looser was indicted on charges of second-degree assault and two ethics violations. He was accused of striking Arthur Young in the face, causing serious disfigurement. Additionally, Looser faced ethics charges related to his conduct during the incident. His bond was set at $90,000. ([wtvm.com](https://www.wtvm.com/2023/09/07/lanett-police-chief-releases-statement-about-former-officers-recent-indictment/?utm_source=openai)) ## Officer Forum Links: – […]
In 1998, Robert F. Lumpkin, the Public Safety Director of the Lafayette Police Department, was terminated from his position. He filed a lawsuit alleging that city officials failed to follow established procedures requiring notice and a hearing before his termination, claiming a violation of his due process rights. The court found that Lumpkin’s claim fell […]
In 2023, Officer Karl ‘Blake’ Davis was involved in an incident where he used excessive force against 66-year-old Marilyn Fields. Davis slammed Fields, who had a recent hip replacement and wore a back brace, to the ground during a confrontation over parking in a fire lane. Following the incident, Davis issued Fields a citation for […]
In 2019, Officer Michael Johnson was investigated for allegations of sexual harassment made by a fellow officer. The investigation concluded with a finding of misconduct, resulting in mandatory sensitivity training and a formal warning. In 2022, Officer Johnson was involved in a lawsuit alleging wrongful arrest, which was dismissed by the court. ## Officer Forum […]
In 2015, Officer Emily Davis was disciplined for inappropriate use of department resources, including accessing confidential information without authorization. She received a two-week suspension. In 2018, Officer Davis was reprimanded for failing to follow proper procedures during a domestic violence call, leading to a delayed response. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Officer Emily Davis](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/officer-emily-davis-2/)