Over the past decade, the Bowie Police Department has faced several disciplinary actions involving its officers. Notably, two officers were involved in shooting incidents leading to indictments and convictions. Additionally, an unauthorized incentive program was discovered in District II, where officers received compensatory time based on citation numbers, leading to disciplinary actions against two commanders. The department has since implemented policies to prevent such practices. ([afro.com](https://afro.com/police-chief-ends-secret-incentive-program-for-officers/?utm_source=openai))
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