Officer Name: George Johnson

Audits

George Johnson – St. Johnsbury Police Department

Written by CBKN76

In May 2024, Sgt. George Johnson stopped 35-year-old John Stelzl for jaywalking without sufficient cause. A physical altercation ensued, during which Johnson used excessive force, including pepper spray and a Taser. Stelzl sustained significant injuries and was hospitalized. The Caledonia County State’s Attorney’s Office dismissed the charges against Stelzl after reviewing Johnson’s body camera footage. […]

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