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In February 2018, correctional officer Kenneth Nolen faced allegations of sexual misconduct with a female inmate dating back to 2016. After returning to the department for four months, the 2016 incident was reported, leading to his indictment by a grand jury. Nolen was subsequently terminated and arrested on felony charges of custodial sexual misconduct. He […]
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In February 2018, correctional officer Teddy Hancock was accused of sexual misconduct with female inmates at the Chambers County Detention Facility. Following the allegations, Hancock was terminated from his position and arrested on felony charges of custodial sexual misconduct. He was released on bond pending further legal proceedings.
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In July 1996, Chief Deputy Phillip Hartley released pretrial detainee Leroy Owens, who had been severely beaten by fellow inmates, against a court order requiring his detention. Hartley abandoned Owens at a motel in the early hours, disregarding medical instructions to monitor his condition. This action led to a lawsuit alleging deliberate indifference to Owens’ […]
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Sheriff Diane Harris oversaw the Butler County Jail during a period marked by deplorable conditions, including malfunctioning cell locks, inadequate staffing, and a lack of inmate classification. These conditions led to routine inmate assaults, notably the severe beatings of inmates Joe Marsh and Leroy Owens in July 1996. Harris faced lawsuits alleging that her inaction […]
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In May 2017, former Bullock County jailer Dorothy Thomas filed a federal lawsuit against Sheriff Raymond Rogers, alleging that he made inappropriate sexual comments toward her. Thomas was terminated in November 2015 over a contraband issue involving a county jail inmate. The lawsuit also named the entire Bullock County Commission for not providing her due […]
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In July 2016, Deputy Jerry Burns was involved in the death of Anthony Edwards following an altercation. Burns stopped Edwards and another individual for questioning, during which Edwards fled. After a chase, Burns used a Taser unsuccessfully and subsequently tackled Edwards, allegedly slamming his head to the ground. Edwards sustained a skull fracture, brain bleeding, […]
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On March 4, 2018, Deputy Jimmy Ward was involved in a police pursuit that ended with the shooting of Ricky Duncan. Duncan alleged that upon exiting his vehicle with his hands up and a gun in the air, Deputy Ward began shooting without giving any verbal commands or warnings. Duncan was struck multiple times, resulting […]
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In February 2007, Communications Officer II Jennifer Frith accessed the Computer-Aided Dispatch System to retrieve a co-worker’s address, which she provided to another employee for personal reasons. This action violated departmental policies regarding the use and confidentiality of the computer system. Following an internal investigation, Frith was placed on administrative leave with pay and subsequently […]
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In August 2012, Sergeant (Name Not Disclosed) was involved in a disciplinary hearing concerning pretrial detainee Brent Jacoby, who alleged procedural inadequacies during the hearing. Jacoby claimed he was prevented from calling a key witness and that one of the board members had a conflict of interest due to prior involvement in the investigation. The […]
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In June 2023, Deputy Kiel posted a Christian Bible verse on Facebook, leading to a written complaint. Supervisors initially found no policy violation. However, during his December 2023 performance review, Kiel received a reduced raise, allegedly due to the post. In March 2024, after posting a comedy video about the Nineteenth Amendment, supervisors reprimanded him, […]
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In July 2024, a Baldwin County deputy assigned to the FBI’s Safe Street Task Force was removed after it was discovered he stored evidence from federal cases at his home. This mishandling of evidence potentially impacted several cases, with the exact number under review by the U.S. Attorney’s office. The deputy was replaced on the […]
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On December 22, 2024, during a traffic stop in Robertsdale, Deputy (Name Not Disclosed) was involved in a physical altercation with 24-year-old Logan Tyler Swanson. Swanson reportedly pulled out a gun during the altercation, leading to the deputy fatally shooting him. The incident is under investigation by the Baldwin County Major Crimes Unit to determine […]
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Understanding Officer Misconduct in Pennsylvania Officer misconduct is a pressing issue that affects many communities in Pennsylvania. When police officers act outside the law, it can lead to devastating outcomes for citizens. Such actions not only undermine trust but also have financial implications for the state. This post explores how officer misconduct leads to lawsuits […]
