In 1986, Officer Ridgley investigated theft charges against James Peterson, leading to a search of Peterson’s home and his subsequent arrest. The charges were later dismissed, and Peterson filed a lawsuit alleging violations of his Fourth Amendment rights. The court found that Ridgley lacked probable cause for the arrest, resulting in a $5,000 award to Peterson. ([law.justia.com](https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F3/60/469/565555/?utm_source=openai))
Michael Ridgley – Plymouth Police Department
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