Lewisville Police Misconduct Leads to Discipline

The Lewisville Police Department has disciplined 11 officers, including the termination of three, following an internal investigation into inappropriate conduct during a prostitution sting operation at local massage parlors. The investigation revealed that officers engaged in inappropriate physical contact with suspected prostitutes after establishing probable cause, leading the Denton County District Attorney to decline prosecuting 32 charges in 23 cases. Chief Brook Rollins emphasized accountability and transparency, acknowledging that the incidents, occurring between October 2022 and June 2024, were embarrassing and disappointing for the department. The disciplinary actions included demotion, suspension without pay, and counseling for the officers involved, with some being reassigned. An external criminal investigation by the Texas Rangers has been initiated, but no charges have been filed yet. The Lewisville mayor and other city leaders have not commented on the issue.