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Corporal Thibault – Burlington Police Department

Written by CBKN76

In 2013, Corporal Thibault was involved in the fatal shooting of Wayne Brunette, a man with mental health issues. The incident raised questions about the officers’ adherence to department procedures for handling individuals with diminished capacity. Plaintiffs’ expert opined that Thibault failed to follow protocols related to containment, coordination, communication, time, and intervention. The case highlighted concerns about the department’s training and handling of mental health crises.

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