Here are the 7 reports of police misconduct tracked for Thursday, June 14, 2012:
- Former Memphis, Tennessee police officer pleaded guilty to federal drug charges. The officer illegally obtained painkillers from an undercover informant. He is facing up to five years in prison for his actions. http://bit.ly/NyP1ZO
- A Las Vegas police officer resigned after being charged with coercion and oppression under the color of office and a misdemeanor lewdness. These charges are the result of accusations made by several female motorists after being pulled over by the officer. http://bit.ly/Ku4bjm
- A former Albany, New York police officer is charged with criminal mischief and harassment. He has been sentenced to one year in jail. http://bit.ly/M3FnrR
- A Selma, Alabama police officer resigned after being arrested for drug charges. The officer is accused of smuggling more than 27 pounds of marijuana across state lines. http://bit.ly/KF9G88
- Frederick, Maryland police officer has been charged with a DUI after causing a single vehicle car accident. The officer’s trial has been scheduled for August. http://bit.ly/NyBsJE
- Phoenix, Arizona police officer who resigned last year after being accused of assaulting a handcuffed inmate has pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct. The officer has been sentenced to one day of probation. http://bit.ly/LkLLhg
- Former Gardner, Massachusetts police officer will not be reinstated after rape charges against him were dropped. “I would not be considering it (rehiring Mr.Landry),” said Gardner Police Chief Neil C. Erickson. “I couldn’t imagine that I would be considering it at any point.” http://bit.ly/L5eKr7
