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Sheriff Rochelle Bilal, elected in 2019, has faced multiple whistleblower lawsuits from former senior staffers alleging financial impropriety and sexual harassment within the office. Additionally, the hiring of Movita Johnson-Harrell, a former State Representative convicted of theft, as the public information officer in 2024, has raised concerns about the office’s commitment to transparency and reform. […]
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Barbara Deeley, who briefly served as Sheriff in 2011, was a key witness in the corruption case against her predecessor, John Green. She testified under a grant of immunity, revealing the extent of corruption within the office. Deeley’s tenure was marked by efforts to address the corruption but was also scrutinized due to her close […]
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Sheriff John Green, who served from 1988 to 2010, was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to receiving over $675,000 in bribes. In exchange, he awarded $35 million in no-bid contracts to a businessman who became the office’s largest vendor. This corruption scandal significantly tarnished the reputation of the Sheriff’s Office. ## […]
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Sheriff Jewell Williams, who served from 2012 to 2020, faced multiple sexual harassment allegations from employees. At least six lawsuits were filed against him since 2017, accusing him of sexual harassment, intimidation, and retaliation. These lawsuits resulted in settlements paid by taxpayers. Williams was defeated in the 2019 primary election amid these controversies. ## Officer […]
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In October 2022, Deputy Sheriff Samir Ahmad was arrested in a federal sting operation for selling firearms and ammunition to a confidential informant who was unlawfully in the United States. Ahmad was terminated from the Sheriff’s Office and charged with firearms trafficking. The investigation revealed that some of the trafficked weapons were linked to a […]
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In 2018, Michael Robel, a constable in Northumberland County, was arrested for improperly using his elected position for personal profit while working as a private security guard on the Mariner East Pipeline. He identified himself as a state constable while performing private security duties, which led to charges including official oppression and violations of the […]
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Deputy Sheriff Mark Marino was involved in the October 27, 2021, arrest of Paul Giammarinaro, who had turned himself in on an outstanding bench warrant. Giammarinaro claims that Marino, along with other deputies, applied excessive force during the arrest, resulting in a fractured arm. A lawsuit filed in federal court on October 23, 2023, alleges […]
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On October 27, 2021, Deputy Sheriff Lori Neff was present during the arrest of Paul Giammarinaro, who had turned himself in on an outstanding bench warrant. Giammarinaro alleges that Neff failed to intervene while other deputies used excessive force, leading to his arm being fractured. A federal lawsuit filed on October 23, 2023, accuses Neff […]
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On October 27, 2021, Deputy Sheriff James Riley participated in the arrest of Paul Giammarinaro, who had turned himself in on an outstanding bench warrant. Giammarinaro alleges that Riley, along with other deputies, used excessive force during the arrest, leading to a fractured arm. A federal lawsuit filed on October 23, 2023, accuses Riley of […]
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On October 27, 2021, Deputy Sheriff George Volpe was involved in the arrest of Paul Giammarinaro, who had turned himself in on an outstanding bench warrant. During the arrest, Giammarinaro alleges that excessive force was used, resulting in a fractured arm. A lawsuit filed on October 23, 2023, in federal court claims that Volpe, along […]
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including perjury or making false statements. Despite this ## Officer Forum Links: – [the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) has the authority to decertify sheriff's deputies for criminal convictions and misconduct](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/the-pennsylvania-commission-on-crime-and-delinquency-pccd-has-the-authority-to-decertify-sheriffs-deputies-for-criminal-convictions-and-misconduct/)
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Deputy Sheriff Anthony Tedesco filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination and retaliation after his unsuccessful bids for the position of Mercer County Sheriff. Tedesco claimed that following his 2019 campaign against Deputy Sheriff Bruce Rosa, he was removed from the Mercer County Critical Incident Response Team without explanation. After his 2023 campaign against Deputy Sheriff […]
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