In March 2016, Officer George Crowe responded to an alarm at Bristol Discount Beverage. Upon arrival, he encountered Tyler Westbrook, a neighbor checking on the business. Despite Westbrook’s explanations, Crowe pointed his pistol at Westbrook’s head, ordered him to the ground, and handcuffed him. Westbrook filed a federal lawsuit in March 2019 alleging excessive force, assault, and emotional distress. In October 2019, Crowe was suspended with pay pending an investigation into allegations of negligence and conduct unbecoming an officer. He resigned in November 2019 before any disciplinary action was finalized.
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