Former Tempe Police Officer Arrested for $24K Overtime Fraud
Former Tempe Police Officer Arrested for $24K Overtime Fraud

Former Tempe Police Officer Arrested for $24K Overtime Fraud

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Demetrius Domonique Mitchell, a former Tempe police officer, was arrested on felony charges of fraud and theft after allegedly submitting nearly 300 hours of fraudulent overtime over a two-year period, amounting to more than $24,000 in unearned wages. The Tempe Police Department uncovered the discrepancies through a supervisor's review and confirmed the claims by analyzing body-worn camera footage, phone records, GPS data, and activity reports, which showed no evidence of Mitchell working during those hours. Mitchell served four years with the department before resigning shortly before his arrest. Tempe Police Chief Kenneth McCoy emphasized the department's commitment to transparency, integrity, and accountability, stating that officers are held to a higher standard and that breaking public trust results in arrest and prosecution. The case highlights the department's efforts to maintain public confidence and address violations of law and ethics within its ranks. Mitchell faces criminal charges as the investigation and legal process continue.

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