In May 2013, Sheriff Scott Jay allegedly orchestrated the false arrest, strip search, and confinement of former police chief Jarrod Hinkle without a warrant, accusing him of conspiracy and theft related to a trailer. The charges were later dismissed due to lack of evidence. Hinkle filed a lawsuit claiming violations of his constitutional rights, including First Amendment retaliation and Fourth Amendment violations. The case highlighted concerns about abuse of power and retaliatory actions within the sheriff’s office.
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