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In January 2017, detention center officer Timothy Gibson was accused of assaulting inmate Otis Owens during a search at the Aiken County Detention Center. Gibson allegedly probed Owens’ belly button, ran his hands up the inside of Owens’ legs, and grabbed and squeezed his testicles, causing injury. Owens filed a lawsuit against Gibson and the […]
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Detention center officer Hillario Fuentes Rosario was involved in the alleged assault of inmate Clifford Bryan Beaudin Jr. on August 9, 2020, at the Aiken County Detention Center. Fuentes Rosario, along with two other officers, reportedly struck Beaudin multiple times and used a weapon to deliver electric shocks while he was not resisting. Following an […]
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On August 9, 2020, detention center officer Thomas Caffrey Jr., along with two other officers, allegedly assaulted inmate Clifford Bryan Beaudin Jr. at the Aiken County Detention Center. The officers reportedly struck Beaudin multiple times with closed fists and used a weapon to deliver electric shocks while he was not resisting. An internal investigation led […]
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Former deputy Mark Warchol was terminated on July 24, 2013, after choking a man during a traffic stop on June 1, 2013. The incident occurred on U.S. 1 in Langley, where Warchol struck the individual twice in the face and placed his hand on the man’s throat, saying, ‘Do it again. Do it again.’ An […]
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In the early 1990s, Sheriff Wadley was accused of failing to protect Anthony DeMaria and his family from ongoing harassment and threats by their neighbors, the Sorensens. Allegations included making derogatory remarks about the DeMarias’ Italian heritage and expressing a desire to remove them from the community. A lawsuit was filed alleging violations of constitutional […]
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In the early 1990s, Deputy Nelson was accused of failing to protect Anthony DeMaria and his family from ongoing harassment and threats by their neighbors, the Sorensens. Allegations included displaying hostility towards the DeMarias, ignoring their complaints, and making derogatory remarks about their Italian heritage. A lawsuit was filed alleging violations of constitutional rights, but […]
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In 2022, Sheriff Owen was named in a lawsuit alleging that he was aware of the illegal arrests and excessive force used against Salinda and Anita Hayes but failed to take corrective action. The plaintiffs claimed that Owen’s inaction contributed to the violation of their constitutional rights. The court found the allegations sufficient to raise […]
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In 2022, Deputy Ballard participated in the arrest of Salinda and Anita Hayes. Allegations against him include failing to intervene during the use of excessive force by fellow officers and making dismissive comments about the detainees’ complaints. A lawsuit was filed alleging violations of constitutional rights. The court found the allegations sufficient to suggest potential […]
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In 2022, Deputy Davis was involved in the arrest of Salinda and Anita Hayes, during which she allegedly used excessive force, including the use of a Taser, and subjected the detainees to inhumane treatment. The plaintiffs claimed that Davis deliberately left them in overheated patrol cars and made derogatory remarks. A lawsuit was filed against […]
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In March 2021, Captain David Stambaugh was named in three lawsuits alleging misconduct. He was accused of releasing confidential medical and personal information about James Cole, a candidate for Valley County Sheriff, using a false identity to defame Cole during his campaign. Stambaugh also allegedly disclosed confidential employment information about former Undersheriff Jason Speer, interfering […]
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Former Captain Brent E. Hilliard filed a lawsuit against the Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office and the county, alleging employment discrimination and wrongful termination. Hilliard, who had been with the sheriff’s office since 1996 and promoted to captain in 2011, informed his supervisor in April 2017 about his battle with depression and a back injury […]
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In September 2023, Deputy Fred Robert Hale stole three pornographic magazines and a screwdriver from the scene of an unattended death investigation. He attempted to conceal his actions by altering body camera footage. Hale was charged with misdemeanor petty theft and alteration or concealment of evidence. He pleaded guilty, received a sentence of 40 hours […]
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In August 2023, while on duty, Deputy Troy Lester Dameron exposed himself to a female dispatcher, made several sexual comments, and masturbated in front of her during a shift. The victim reported feeling trapped and unable to leave her post, fearing that 911 calls would go unanswered. Dameron was placed on administrative leave, charged with […]
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In June 2013, Deputy Durflinger was involved in the fatal shooting of Alexander L. Mandarino near Lookout Pass. Durflinger and Idaho State Police Trooper Todd McDevitt questioned Mandarino for nearly 40 minutes regarding mismatched license plates. When Mandarino retrieved a small pill bottle from the glove box, McDevitt saw a pistol and shot Mandarino. Mandarino’s […]