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Former D.C. Metro Transit Police Officer Sentenced for Federal Civil Rights Violation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Andra Vance, a 49-year-old former Metro Transit Police (MTPD) officer, was sentenced to one year and one day in prison for unlawfully beating an unarmed transit rider with a metal baton on February 16, 2018.
The sentencing was announced by U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves, Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clark of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, and MTPD Chief Michael Anzallo.
“This violent, brutal beating of a citizen by someone cloaked in police powers deserves significant punishment and condemnation,” said U.S. Attorney Graves.
According to the government’s evidence, the victim, whose identity was not disclosed, attempted to use an invalid Metro card to board a train at the Anacostia Metro station. The card was confiscated by Metro Transit personnel and the victim became angry.
In addition to the prison term, U.S. District Court Judge Randolph D. Moss ordered Vance to serve 12 months of supervised release.
“This sentencing should make clear that officers who abuse their authority will be held accountable, regardless of whether their actions occur on public streets or inside public transit systems,” said Assistant Attorney General Clark.
The Metro Transit Police Department conducted a routine review of Vance’s use of force within hours of the incident. Based on the review, the department immediately suspended Vance’s police powers, launched an internal investigation, and notified federal authorities.
“MTPD strongly condemns the actions of any officer who abuses their authority in the use of excessive force. This case is an aberration against the good MTPD officers who keep the system safe for our customers and employees every day,” said MTPD Chief Anzallo.
Defendant: Andra Vance
Criminal Charge: Federal Civil Rights Violation
City and State: Washington D.C.
Sentencing Date: Not specified in the source
Sentence: One year and one day in prison, plus 12 months of supervised release
Key Facts
- State: Washington DC
- Category: Police Abuse|Civil Rights Violation
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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