Written reprimand of Officer David Freston
Commander Perry delivered a written reprimand to Officer Freston for comments he made during the investigation of a family disturbance. This is a violation of policy 301.2, Impartial Attitude and Courtesy, and 900.3.4(c)1, Personal Conduct.
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MEMORANDUN
Austin Police Department
EDWD Patrol
TO:
David Freston, Officer
FROM:
Scott Perry, Commander
DATE:
April 8, 2021
SUBJECT:
Written Reprimand IA Case 2020-1610
This memorandum is in reference to an incident which occurred on October 19, 2020, and your
conduct at that time. Specifically I am referring to comments made by you during the
investigation of a family disturbance.
Your actions violated APD Policy 301.2 Impartial Attitude and Courtesy which states:
Employees are expected to act professionally, treat all persons fairly and equally, and perform
all duties impartially, objectively, and equitably without regard to personal feelings, animosities,
friendships, financial status, sex, creed, color, race, religion, age, political beliefs, sexual
orientation, gender identity or gender expression or social or ethnic background.
And APD Policy 900.3.4(c)1 Personal Conduct which states:
c) While on-duty or on the premises of City facilities, employees will not:
1. Use loud, indecent, profane, harsh, derogatory language, or use belittling term in any
communications.
You are hereby reminded that compliance with the Department's rules and regulations are a
condition of your continued employment as a police officer. Failure to comply with this policy in
the future may result in more severe disciplinary action against you, up to, and including an
indefinite suspension.
I hereby acknowledge receipt of the foregoing Written Reprimand:
#7417
4/8/21
Signature of Officer Receiving Reprimand
Date / Time
PD 0085
Rev. 072012
Archeara W. Handtor # 5682
4-8-2021@7:33pm
Signature of COC Sergeant
Date / Time
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Signature of COC Lieutenant
Date / Time
SABR 2592
4/8/21 735pm
Signature of CQC Commander
Date / Time
cc:
Employee
Employee's Supervisor
Internal Affairs
APD Human Resources
PD 0085
Rev. 072012