Cop Fired Over Girlfriend’s Surveillance | Charlotte News

Charlotte News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 27, 2026 · 1m

A former cop, Edward Florentino, was abruptly fired by the Cornelius Police Department after his girlfriend, Elizabeth Snowman — who worked for Mooresville PD — was arrested for allegedly using license plate readers to track his ex-wife. Though Florentino claims ignorance and offered a polygraph, the department cited violation of General Order 25, citing privacy laws that limit disclosure. He feels unfairly targeted by association, with the chief calling him a “dark cloud.” His attorney is exploring legal action, while Florentino, a law enforcement veteran with a family legacy in policing…