Over the past decade, the Thibodaux Police Department has faced several incidents involving officer misconduct. Notably, in 2021, Officer Paul Thibodeaux was charged with excessive use of force, and in 2020, Officer Robert Marulli was charged with sexual battery. These cases highlight issues related to use-of-force violations and inappropriate conduct. The department has taken steps to address these issues, including terminating officers involved in serious misconduct and emphasizing accountability to maintain community trust. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/louisiana-arrests-houma-thibodaux-fe1b8afee93c43ce9a4895a6be8ba5bd?utm_source=openai), [lpso.net](https://www.lpso.net/2020/04/27/thibodaux-police-officer-arrested-for-sexual-battery/?utm_source=openai))
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