Between 2013 and 2023, the Lakeland Police Department faced several significant disciplinary actions involving its officers. Notably, in 2013, an extensive investigation uncovered widespread sexual misconduct among multiple officers over a seven-year period, leading to terminations and resignations. In 2016, nine members of the K9 unit were disciplined for driving at speeds up to 101 mph in marked police vehicles during travel to a training event, with some officers intentionally disabling in-car cameras to avoid recording their actions. These incidents highlight challenges within the department related to professional conduct and adherence to policies.
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