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Hanceville Police Corruption Fallout | Birmingham News
Hanceville’s police department is in freefall after two top officers face plea deals next Wednesday, stemming from the fatal overdose of a dispatcher and a sprawling corruption scandal that led the city council to shut down the force entirely. Five officers, including former chief Jason Marlin, were indicted on charges of tampering with evidence and abuse of power — even an officer’s wife was implicated. The grand jury labeled the department a “culture of corruption” posing a constant public danger. This pivotal day could reshape policing in Hanceville forever. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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