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Richard Cheatwood – Vestavia Hills Police Department

Written by CBKN76

Officer Richard Cheatwood was involved in multiple incidents leading to his termination. In January 2016, he publicly criticized the department on Facebook regarding a fatal apartment fire, leading to verbal counseling. In April 2017, he was accused of insubordination and making a threat involving an AK-47, which he denied. Following these events, he was ordered to undergo fitness-for-duty evaluations. Cheatwood filed an EEOC complaint alleging retaliation and later sued the City of Vestavia Hills for wrongful termination. The court granted summary judgment in favor of the city, concluding that his termination was justified based on his conduct.

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