Complainant alleges that APD officers may have violated policy when, after responding to a call she made to 911 for assistance, they began "interrogating her about drug use and alcohol use and mental illness." Complainant alleges that as a result of…
Commander Bryant delivered a written reprimand to Officer Castillo for an incident in which he was involved in an EDP Voluntary Call for Service on July 29, 2019. His actions were a violation of policy 301.2, Impartial attitude and courtesy, and 301…
Commander Bryant delivered a written reprimand to Officer Goodman for an incident in which he was involved in an EDP Voluntary Call for Service on July 29, 2019. His actions were a violation of policy 301.2, Impartial attitude and courtesy, and 301.3…
The Office of Police Oversight received an anonymous complaint alleging that a sergeant approached numerous individuals to get them to support a claim that a police employee is homophobic and sent his son to conversion therapy. The OPO recommends…
Police officers may have violated Austin Police Department policy during a call that involved two men. The OPO recommends that this allegation receive an A classification.
Complainant alleges police officers may have used excessive force with her grandson. The OPO recommends that this allegation receive an A classification.
Commander Eveleth delivered a written reprimand to Officer Washington for an incident in which he investigated a motor vehicle crash on August 11, 2019. His actions were a violation of policy 301.2, Impartial attitude and courtesy, and 900.3.4(c)…
In this review, the OPO reflects on our first year. We have made a number of changes to ensure we meet the expectations of the community. This includes redefining the mission to focus on three critical areas: providing impartial oversight, increasing…
Chief of Police Brian Manley determined that Officer Goodman's actions violated Civil Service Commission Rule 10.03(L), and suspended him from duty for 30 days, from December 13, 2019 through January 11, 2020. Internal Affairs' investigation revealed…
Complainant alleges that officer(s) used excessive force for a traffic ticket warrant and that he was assaulted by an officer who “punched him in the face/ jaw." The OPO recommends that this allegation receive a B classification.