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‘Unfortunate chain of events:’ Glynn County officer arrested last weekend has been dismissed
By ActionNewsJax.com News Staff,
15 days ago
A Glynn County police officer who was arrested following a domestic disturbance over the weekend has been dismissed by the department, a newly released statement said.
According to that statement, the Kingsland Police Department arrested Hampel after he locked himself in his home with a gun following an argument that started with his wife after his birthday party.
Police said the incident began when his wife confronted him about a rumor he had kissed one of his coworkers.
In Wednesday’s announcement by GCPD, an internal investigation was conducted.
“Following the arrest, GCPD officers secured all department issued equipment at Hampel’s home and initiated an internal investigation led by the GCPD Office of Professional Standards,” the statement read. “In adherence to the department’s commitment to accountability and transparency, Hampel was immediately placed on administrative leave without pay pending the outcome of the investigation.”
The department also said that the decision to dismiss Officer Hampel came from the findings of the investigation and the “department’s commitment to accountability and maintaining public trust.”
GCPD Chief Scott Ebner released this statement:
“This news has been a burden for every officer in the GCPD, including me. However, as unfortunate as the chain of events have been, it is important that the investigation was completed thoroughly and swiftly and bolsters the trust the Glynn County public has in our department to do the right thing, to uphold the highest standards of integrity and accountability. The investigation involved comprehensive interviews with involved parties and a thorough review of available evidence to ensure swift resolution.”
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