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SWAT Raid Allegations Shake Sheriff’s Office
Shocking allegations are rocking the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, with internal memos pointing to misconduct by a sheriff candidate and two deputies tied to a February SWAT raid on Paul Akehurst. The investigation, sparked by complaints from Akehurst’s mother and friend, reveals disturbing details: body cam footage shows a sergeant apologizing as a SWAT member allegedly put a gun to Akehurst’s back while cuffed, and questions loom over whether the search exceeded warrant limits and involved improper interference in his custody case. Deputies reportedly threatened solitary confinement…
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