In July 2018, Officer Jim Atkinson was involved in an incident where he impersonated a police officer by conducting an unauthorized traffic stop using a city vehicle equipped with blue lights and a siren. At the time, his Alabama Peace Officer Standards and Training (APOST) credentials had lapsed. This incident led to internal investigations and raised questions about the oversight and accountability of officers within the department.
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