The Attorney General has cleared a deputy chief of any wrongdoing in relation to a party bust that occurred recently. The deputy chief had allegedly interfered with the handling of the situation by instructing his officers to issue warnings instead of citations to partygoers.
The incident in question took place at a party where underage drinking was reported. The deputy chief allegedly intervened by telling his officers not to issue citations, despite the fact that a number of minors were found in possession of alcohol.
After an investigation, the Attorney General’s office has determined that the deputy chief did not commit any criminal wrongdoing in his actions. The AG found that the deputy chief’s instructions to issue warnings instead of citations were within the scope of his authority.
The deputy chief has since defended his actions, stating that he was trying to deescalate the situation and avoid unnecessary confrontations. He acknowledged that he should have communicated better with his officers about the decision.
The Attorney General’s decision to clear the deputy chief of any wrongdoing has been met with mixed reactions. Some have praised the deputy chief for his handling of the situation, while others have criticized him for potentially allowing underage drinking to go unpunished.
Despite the controversy surrounding the incident, it appears that the deputy chief will not face any disciplinary action as a result of the Attorney General’s findings. The case serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by law enforcement in balancing enforcement and community relations.
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