Alleged police investigation misconduct and request for independent probe
Texarkana
Summary
A former police sergeant told the Board his termination followed an internal affairs investigation with missing evidence, unrecorded interviews, racial disparate treatment, and alleged pre-hearing contact between the police chief and the Civil Service Commission. He asked the Board to order an independent investigation; the Board took no action.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
An independent probe, if ordered, would benefit the former sergeant, the complainants, and residents concerned about fair policing.
The former sergeant alleges he and Hispanic residents of the community have been harmed by disparate treatment.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Directors - Nov 2, 2026
A former police sergeant told the Board his termination followed an internal affairs investigation with missing evidence, unrecorded interviews, racial disparate treatment, and alleged pre-hearing contact between the police chief and the Civil Service Commission. He asked the Board to order an independent investigation; the Board took no action.
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