Deputy Hayes was involved in multiple incidents of excessive force in December 2019, where he used an electronic control device (ECD) on inmates without justification. Inmates Banks, Owen, and Berry testified that Hayes used the ECD on them, with Mayberry, a supervisor, allegedly encouraging the actions over the intercom. These incidents led to a lawsuit alleging constitutional violations. ([casetext.com](https://casetext.com/case/banks-v-sheriff-of-del-cnty?utm_source=openai))
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