Here are the 8 reports of police misconduct tracked for Thursday, August 30, 2012:
- Barrington, Rhode Island: An officer pleaded not guilty to a charge of disorderly conduct for allegedly threatening his ex-wife. He was arrested after she called the police on him. bit.ly/SZhGbm
- King’s County, California: A sheriff’s detective pleaded guilty to charges that stem from a drunken driving arrest. He has been on administrative leave pending the investigation. He was ordered to serve five days in jail, complete a DUI program, and pay fines. bit.ly/QYIeVF
- Richmond, Virginia: A marine veteran was arrested at his home for anti-government statements and song lyrics posted on his private Facebook page. Secret Service, FBI and Chesterfield County police transported him to a medical facility for a psychiatric evaluation. Mr. Raub won his freedom back when the circuit court judge found his forced detention “so devoid of any factual allegations that it could not be reasonably expected to give rise to a case or controversy.” He is now filing suit against all those involved in his arrest. bit.ly/QTl6Yw
- Isleton, California: A police officer, who was first accused of having sex in his squad car while on duty, has now been accused of selling guns. cbsloc.al/O4U9Cr
- Los Angeles, California: Two officers were caught on camera body slamming a nurse to the ground twice. The second time, she was in handcuffs. It then shows them fist-bumping after they put her in the back seat. The entire incident occurred when she was pulled over for allegedly talking on her cell phone while driving. nydn.us/PQop4x
- Murray County, Tennessee: A deputy who arrested a woman that had brought charges against the Chief Magistrate has been fired. Her attorney said, “I am pleased that it appears this matter is being taken very seriously. All citizens of Murray County should feel relieved that rogue officers are not being allowed to remain on the force.”bit.ly/NEzH9Y
- Pensacola, Florida: An officer has been arrested and charged with insurance fraud. He is currently on suspension stemming from previous disciplinary action. bit.ly/NEsHtu
- Fort Deposit, Alabama: An officer was sentenced to three years in prison for stealing money from motorists that he stopped on the interstate. bit.ly/PzqQfA
