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In 2012, Officer Mike Sinnett was accused of targeting specific inmates, including sex offenders and homosexuals, by placing them in situations where other inmates were encouraged to harm them in exchange for rewards. Additionally, Sinnett allegedly failed to address the theft of an inmate’s canteen order, refusing to reimburse the inmate for missing items. These actions led to claims of endangerment and neglect of inmate welfare. [Source: https://docs.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/oklahoma/okedce/6%3A2012cv00341/21589/51%5D
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CBKN76KeymasterIn a subsequent appeal, the 10th Circuit Court in 2016 revisited the case of Aldaba v. The Board of Marshall County Commissioners, focusing on the actions of Deputy Beebe and other officers during the March 24, 2011 incident. The court examined whether the officers’ use of force was excessive and if they were entitled to qualified immunity. The opinion is available at https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/us-10th-circuit/1761939.html.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2012, a lawsuit was filed against Deputy Atnip and others in the Eastern District of Oklahoma, alleging that their actions during the March 24, 2011 incident at the Marshall County Medical Center resulted in the death of Johnny Manuel Leija. The lawsuit claimed that the officers used excessive force and violated Leija’s constitutional rights. The case documentation is available at https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/oklahoma/okedce/6%3A2012cv00085/21121/23/.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn a subsequent appeal, the 10th Circuit Court in 2016 revisited the case of Aldaba v. The Board of Marshall County Commissioners, focusing on the actions of Deputy Atnip and other officers during the March 24, 2011 incident. The court examined whether the officers’ use of force was excessive and if they were entitled to qualified immunity. The opinion is available at https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/us-10th-circuit/1761939.html.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2023, a legal case highlighted that a jury could find that the Sheriff knew about Deputy Boigenzahn’s deceptive tendencies and still chose to put him back in the female dorm without supervision. This decision was seen as potentially reflecting deliberate indifference to the risk of sexual assault.
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CBKN76KeymasterSuspended in excess of ten (10) days in 2019 after being found unfit for duty.
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CBKN76KeymasterBetween FY 2015 and FY 2019, the DHS OIG Hotline received 1,200 allegations related to concerns about segregation at the Glades County Detention Center. In November 2021, a coalition of groups requested that ICE cancel its contract with Glades County due to a ‘systemic and consistent pattern of racism and anti-Blackness towards Black immigrants.’ ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glades_County_Detention_Center?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2025, a lawsuit was filed against Captain Gilchrist and Officer Banda, alleging that they conducted a strip search of an inmate in the presence of female correctional officers, violating the inmate’s religious beliefs. The court documents detail the incident and the subsequent legal proceedings. ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca11/23-13379/23-13379-2025-02-13.html?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterIn February 2023, Capt. Rebecca Butscher was suspended and placed on disciplinary probation for alleged insubordination. She filed a lawsuit claiming violations of the Officers’ Bill of Rights, particularly regarding the impartiality of the investigation led by Major Lance Yaeger. A judge ruled in her favor, mandating a compliance review hearing.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn July 2023, Deputy Depew was arrested and charged with stalking, marking his second stalking charge in six years. This arrest followed previous incidents, including his 2017 firing for following his ex-girlfriend using his squad car and his 2021 conviction for simple battery involving a Black teenager. Despite his criminal history, Depew retained his policing license and continued to serve in law enforcement roles.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2007, Deputy Warren Gary purchased a vehicle from a suspect, Connie Siler, while she was incarcerated. He then sold the vehicle for a profit without collecting any evidence, despite allegations that it was used to transport a murder victim’s body. This raised significant concerns about evidence mishandling and ethical conduct within the Sheriff’s Office.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn March 2021, Rebecca England filed a federal lawsuit against former deputy Kenny Perkins and other officers, alleging multiple instances of misconduct between June 2019 and February 2021. England accused Perkins of sexual assault during a June 2019 arrest and claimed he conducted illegal searches and seizures. The lawsuit sought monetary damages for violations of constitutional rights.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2023, Sheriff Danny Rogers was named in a lawsuit alleging violation of the Fourteenth Amendment under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, negligence, and other claims. The lawsuit was filed by an individual who alleged that Rogers, along with other county officials, contributed to the denial of medical care while the plaintiff was detained. The court dismissed some claims against Rogers in his official capacity but allowed others to proceed.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2023, Sheriff Danny Rogers was named in a lawsuit alleging violation of the Fourteenth Amendment under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, negligence, and other claims. The lawsuit was filed by an individual who alleged that Rogers, along with other county officials, contributed to the denial of medical care while the plaintiff was detained. The court dismissed some claims against Rogers in his official capacity but allowed others to proceed.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2011, Deputy Michael Havicus was sued for allegedly assaulting John Adkins at a horse-riding event called the Fall Trail Ride. Adkins claimed that after he calmly requested the band to continue playing, Havicus assaulted him with a metal retractable baton, breaking his left eye socket and nose. The lawsuit also accused Havicus of jumping on Adkins and spraying him with a chemical, preventing others from assisting him. Adkins was never charged with any crime related to the incident.
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CBKN76KeymasterSheriff Kirk led a 2016 search of Joe and Linda Evans’ pawn shop, resulting in their arrests on drug and other charges. The charges against Joe Evans were dismissed, and Linda Evans’ charges resulted in a ‘no true bill’ from the grand jury. The Evanses filed a lawsuit against Sheriff Kirk and others, alleging violations of their constitutional rights.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2016, Deputy Witten arrested Joe and Linda Evans after a search of their pawn shop led to the discovery of controlled substances and a stolen firearm. The charges against Joe Evans were later dismissed, and Linda Evans’ charges resulted in a ‘no true bill’ from the grand jury. The Evanses filed a lawsuit against Deputy Witten and others, alleging violations of their constitutional rights.
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CBKN76KeymasterAnother male officer was investigated in 2021 for alleged sexual harassment of female staff. He received a one-month suspension and was reinstated, despite ongoing concerns from female employees about a hostile work environment.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2022, Deputy D’Amato was named in a lawsuit alleging false arrest and excessive force. The plaintiff, Janet Enoch, claimed that D’Amato arrested her without probable cause after she refused to provide identification during a traffic stop. The court found that there were factual questions regarding the legality of the arrest and whether D’Amato made adequate inquiries before arresting Enoch. ([casetext.com](https://casetext.com/case/enoch-v-the-wayne-cnty-sheriffs-office?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2016, Sheriff Carpinelli was named in a lawsuit filed by former dispatcher Michelle Widrick, who alleged she was terminated without a grievance hearing, violating her rights under the collective bargaining agreement. The lawsuit sought a court order requiring the county to hold a grievance hearing regarding her termination, highlighting issues related to due process and employee rights within the department.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2015, Deputy Sheriff Igoe resigned from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Department following allegations of misconduct. He was accused of making threatening and racist comments in telephone messages to the boyfriend of his ex-girlfriend. A settlement agreement was reached, wherein Igoe agreed to withdraw his grievance and resign in exchange for certain commitments from the defendants, including confidentiality and indemnification. ([nycourts.gov](https://www.nycourts.gov/REPORTER/3dseries/2018/2018_28170.htm?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterIn April 2022, a lawsuit was filed against the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office alleging negligence and conversion related to the execution of a judgment. The plaintiff claimed that the sheriff’s office improperly executed a property sale and distributed proceeds to an attorney not of record, violating the plaintiff’s charging lien under Judiciary Law 475. The court dismissed the complaint, but the case highlights concerns about the sheriff’s office’s handling of legal procedures. ([nycourts.gov](https://www.nycourts.gov/Reporter/3dseries/2022/2022_50269.htm?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterIn March 2021, a correction officer was accused of grabbing a female co-worker and pulling her into a room while attempting to unbuckle his pants. The female officer fought him off and escaped. The county’s Department of Personnel found that at least three male correction officers violated sexual harassment policies. Two were suspended for 30 days with pay, and a third resigned without further discipline.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn March 2021, a correction officer was accused of making persistent and egregious sexual comments to female colleagues, including stating he wanted to ‘rape her in the parking lot.’ Despite multiple complaints from female employees and inmates over the years, he reportedly faced no discipline and remains employed at the facility.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn March 2021, multiple female correction officers filed complaints against several male colleagues for sexual harassment. Allegations included inappropriate comments, unwanted physical contact, and creating a hostile work environment. The county’s Department of Personnel investigated and found violations of sexual harassment policies. Two officers were suspended for 30 days with pay, and a third resigned without further discipline.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2020, Sumter County Councilman Chris Sumpter Jr. filed a lawsuit against Sheriff Anthony Dennis, alleging that the Sheriff’s Office mishandled a domestic violence charge against him and conspired against him. Sumpter claimed that the Sheriff’s Office had insufficient evidence to charge him and accused Sheriff Dennis of defamation. The lawsuit sought unspecified damages. Sheriff Dennis stated that the investigation was handled appropriately and that the agency was prepared to defend against the allegations.
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CBKN76KeymasterOn February 2, 2023, deputies from the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office fatally shot Darius Holcomb, a 39-year-old schizophrenic man, during an attempt to serve low-level warrants. The incident involved the use of tear gas and a police dog before the shooting occurred. Holcomb’s family filed a lawsuit against the Sheriff’s Office, alleging violations of Holcomb’s constitutional rights and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The lawsuit contends that the officers displayed a reckless disregard for Holcomb’s need for psychiatric and medical care.
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CBKN76KeymasterA Jasper County Sheriff’s Deputy was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct during a raid of a Bluffton bar. Following the arrest, the deputy was placed on leave. The incident raised concerns about the hiring practices of the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office, which employed several officers who had previously been fired from other agencies.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn a deposition, Detective Allen Large admitted to asking crime victims about participating in ‘catfighting’ events, claiming it would help them financially. He described his interest in these fights as a ‘customer’ and acknowledged that other officers in the department were unaware of his involvement. Large also mentioned other scandals within the department, alleging affairs and misconduct by his peers. He was later indicted on multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct and misconduct in office.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn June 2014, the Horry County Police Department conducted an Internal Affairs investigation concerning Detective Allen Large after a report from Jane Doe-1 alleging sexual misconduct. The investigation revealed that Large had paid for Doe-1’s prescription medications, frequented her home after closing her case, and called her mobile phone approximately eighty times between December 2013 and May 2014. Despite these findings, the investigation was closed as unfounded. Large was later indicted on multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct and misconduct in office.
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CBKN76KeymasterThe Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office has been listed on the Brady List, which includes records of police misconduct, decertification, and public complaints. Specific details about individual officers are not provided in the available information.
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CBKN76KeymasterDeputy Carter has a documented history of policy violations. In fall 2018, he was suspended for seven days after pointing a personal firearm at a detective’s abdomen during an off-duty gathering, an act he later described as ‘stupid and tasteless.’ In November 2019, he engaged in a high-speed vehicle pursuit reaching 125 mph, driving the wrong way on a one-way street, and leaving his K-9 unattended during a foot chase, resulting in a three-day suspension. In April 2021, he conducted another high-speed pursuit without functioning emergency equipment, leading to another suspension. Despite previous flags for excessive pursuits and use of force, investigations did not find wrongdoing. Carter was eventually fired following an assault allegation, with records showing repeated policy violations.
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CBKN76KeymasterA deputy had a complaint filed against him by a woman who says he had sex with her while he was on duty.
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CBKN76KeymasterDeputy Sheriff Matt Kunz has been named in multiple civil rights lawsuits alleging misconduct. In July 2023, Richard Morris filed a lawsuit against Bear Lake County, the Sheriff’s Department, and several officers, including Kunz, under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, claiming violations of civil rights. The case is ongoing as of March 2025. In November 2024, Kellie Wilson filed a similar lawsuit against Bear Lake County, the Sheriff’s Department, Chief Deputy Ryan Larson, and Deputy Sheriff Matt Kunz, alleging civil rights violations. This case is also ongoing as of March 2025. Specific details of the alleged misconduct are not publicly available at this time.
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CBKN76KeymasterChief Deputy Patrick J. O’Brien was involved in disciplinary actions against Deputy Sergeant Ken Jones in 2005. O’Brien issued a formal letter of reprimand to Jones for alleged insubordination when Jones bypassed the chain of command. This action was part of a series of events that Jones claimed were retaliatory, leading to his resignation and subsequent lawsuit against the department. The case raised questions about the fairness and motivations behind internal disciplinary processes.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn May 2017, Officer Kenneth Lopera used a stun gun seven times and applied an unauthorized chokehold on Tashii S. Brown, an unarmed man, during a foot chase through The Venetian casino. Brown died following the incident. Lopera was placed on paid leave pending investigations into his actions.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2019, this officer was suspended for more than ten days pending removal initiated in 2018.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2019, this officer was suspended for more than ten days for conduct unbecoming a public employee, insubordination, and violating UCSO rules. The officer held prohibited extra duty employment without the Sheriff’s permission, failed to inform the Sheriff of prescription medication, and was uncooperative or delayed in following a superior officer’s order.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2019, this sergeant was suspended for more than ten days after being found unfit for duty.
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CBKN76KeymasterOfficer Herman Martinez was previously employed by the New Mexico State Police and the Hatch Police Department before joining the Quay County Sheriff’s Office. During his tenure, he disabled his lapel camera and attempted to destroy the video recording system in his squad car. The sheriff’s office was able to recover a two-minute clip, which became central to accusations against him. Martinez had only been with the sheriff’s office for three months at the time of these incidents.
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CBKN76KeymasterA deputy, whose name has been redacted, was terminated from the Portales Police Department after an internal affairs investigation in November 2020 revealed behaviors indicative of a child predator. Despite these findings, the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Board dismissed the misconduct allegations in April 2021. Subsequently, the deputy was hired by the Eddy County Sheriff’s Office in November 2021. Sheriff Mark Cage acknowledged the internal affairs report raised red flags but noted the officer was never charged nor found guilty by the NMLEA. The deputy is restricted from serving as a school resource officer or interviewing children alone.
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CBKN76KeymasterA deputy, whose name has been redacted, was terminated from the Portales Police Department after an internal affairs investigation in November 2020 revealed behaviors indicative of a child predator. Despite these findings, the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Board dismissed the misconduct allegations in April 2021. Subsequently, the deputy was hired by the Eddy County Sheriff’s Office in November 2021. Sheriff Mark Cage acknowledged the internal affairs report raised red flags but noted the officer was never charged nor found guilty by the NMLEA. The deputy is restricted from serving as a school resource officer or interviewing children alone.
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CBKN76KeymasterA deputy, whose name has been redacted, was terminated from the Portales Police Department after an internal affairs investigation in November 2020 revealed behaviors indicative of a child predator. Despite these findings, the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Board dismissed the misconduct allegations in April 2021. Subsequently, the deputy was hired by the Eddy County Sheriff’s Office in November 2021. Sheriff Mark Cage acknowledged the internal affairs report raised red flags but noted the officer was never charged nor found guilty by the NMLEA. The deputy is restricted from serving as a school resource officer or interviewing children alone.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2019, Corporal Charles Cieply violated the Weber County Human Resources Nepotism Policy by supervising his wife, a corrections assistant, on multiple occasions. Despite prior informal warnings, he continued these violations, leading to his demotion to deputy and a temporary pay reduction. The Administrative Law Judge found the discipline excessive and inconsistent, resulting in the restoration of his pay rate but upholding the demotion. Additionally, in November 2019, Cieply failed to properly restrain two maximum-security inmates, violating safety protocols.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2013, Deputy Steven Garret Thayer was arrested for alleged sexual misconduct while on duty at Purgatory Correctional Facility. Thayer was accused of coercing three female inmates into sexual acts by implying he could make their incarceration more difficult if they did not comply. The incidents reportedly occurred between January and July 2013. A lawsuit filed in 2015 alleged that Thayer’s actions were malicious and that the county failed to prevent the abuse despite prior similar incidents.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2013, Sergeant Rick Benson was accused of sexually assaulting Deputy Camille Kramer on multiple occasions, including rape. Benson allegedly threatened Kramer to keep silent, stating it would be a ‘career ender’ if she spoke out. The assaults reportedly occurred over a period, with Benson using his position to intimidate and control Kramer. The case highlighted systemic issues within the department regarding handling of sexual harassment complaints.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn March 2021, Deputy Joseph Richardson was involved in a fatal car crash that resulted in the death of BYU student Joseph Spencer. Richardson, responding to an incident in his private vehicle, was traveling at 56.5 mph in a 35 mph zone when he collided with Spencer’s car. A wrongful death lawsuit was filed against Richardson, the sheriff’s office, Utah County, and Taco Bell. Richardson was charged with manslaughter and placed on leave pending investigation.
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CBKN76KeymasterLt. Dennis Harris was involved in a January 2019 incident where an informant was mistakenly arrested and beaten. Harris offered the informant $2,000 and promised to cover medical expenses in exchange for continued cooperation, which the informant later described as ‘hush money.’ Harris was removed as task force director and reassigned within the sheriff’s office; he retired shortly thereafter. No formal disciplinary action was recorded.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn January 2019, Sgt. Doug Howell was involved in two separate incidents of excessive force. On January 30, during a mistaken identity arrest at a gas station, Howell struck an informant with the butt of his assault rifle, causing a bleeding cut that required four staples. Five days later, Howell kicked a suspect nine times during an arrest following a high-speed chase. Both incidents led to internal investigations; Howell received a written reprimand and a one-day suspension without pay. Criminal charges were not filed against him.
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CBKN76KeymasterDetective Phil Crawford participated in a February 2019 arrest where excessive force was used. After a high-speed chase, Crawford rammed the suspect’s car with an unmarked minivan and was observed kneeing the suspect in the chest while he was on the ground. Internal investigations resulted in a written reprimand for Crawford. No criminal charges were filed.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2020, Roger Hill, formerly with the Tooele County Sheriff’s Office, received a 2.5-year suspension after police responded to his home following a domestic dispute and discovered illegal steroids. Hill admitted to injecting himself with steroids in preparation for a bodybuilding competition.
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CBKN76KeymasterOfficer Marcus Lambert was decertified in 2017 for sexual conduct on-duty, lying under Garrity, and possession of a controlled substance. These serious violations led to his removal from the force.
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CBKN76KeymasterFormer deputy and academy instructor Brandon Hartley was accused of sexually assaulting a female cadet in 2021. The cadet alleged that Hartley initiated contact via Snapchat in April 2021, which escalated to multiple sexual assaults over the following weeks. Hartley resigned from the sheriff’s office during an internal investigation into similar allegations from a previous year. The cadet filed a lawsuit against Hartley and the Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office, claiming sexual harassment and assault.
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CBKN76KeymasterIn July 2022, Deputy Amanda Edwards was disciplined for twirling a lasso while searching for a Black man, an action criticized for its racial insensitivity. The incident led to internal investigation and disciplinary action. ([ksltv.com](https://ksltv.com/local-news/utah-highway-patrol-troopers-comment-to-deputy-twirling-lasso-in-search-for-black-man-was-inappropriate/509884/?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2016, Deputy Austin L. Stubblefield had his certification revoked due to allegations of assault dating back to 2014. ([utahcriminallaw.net](https://www.utahcriminallaw.net/disciplinary-actions-taken-against-utah-police-officers-assault-dui-criminal-charges/?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterIn 2019, corrections officer Jared Palmer received a two-year suspension for failing to disclose a past opioid addiction on his 2013 law enforcement application. The omission was discovered when he submitted a new application disclosing the prior drug use. ([sltrib.com](https://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2019/12/05/utah-peace-officers/?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterIn April 2017, Sgt. Carl Reilley detained a 13-year-old autistic boy near the local library. The boy, who was taking his pet hamster for a walk, was tackled to the ground and handcuffed after allegedly running from Reilley. The incident resulted in bruising and emotional distress for the boy. An internal review found Reilley’s use of force reasonable but issued a verbal warning for mistakenly turning off his body camera during the encounter. The boy’s mother filed a federal lawsuit alleging excessive force and unreasonable search and seizure. The Sheriff’s Office scheduled additional training on recognizing signs of autism and other cognitive or developmental disorders following the incident.
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CBKN76KeymasterFormer deputy Logan Walker participated in the abuse of inmates at the Daggett County Jail, including using a Taser on inmates and engaging in uncertified police dog training exercises involving inmates. He was charged and convicted in a plea deal related to these incidents. ([ksl.com](https://www.ksl.com/article/50978245/former-inmate-testifies-of-abuse-by-daggett-county-jailers-in-federal-trial?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterFormer deputy Rodrigo Toledo was involved in the abuse of inmates at the Daggett County Jail, including using a Taser on inmates and participating in uncertified police dog training exercises involving inmates. He was charged and convicted in a plea deal related to these incidents. ([ksl.com](https://www.ksl.com/article/50978245/former-inmate-testifies-of-abuse-by-daggett-county-jailers-in-federal-trial?utm_source=openai))
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CBKN76KeymasterFormer Sheriff Jerry Jorgensen failed to investigate, discipline, or supervise deputies under his control, allowing criminal conduct to occur at the Daggett County Jail between 2014 and 2017. He pleaded guilty to official misconduct, a class B misdemeanor, admitting that he knowingly refrained from performing duties imposed by law. ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/utah/utdce/2%3A2018cv00389/110209/164/?utm_source=openai))
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