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Former Police Detective Convicted of Bribery, Drug Distribution, and False Statements
A federal jury in Pennsylvania has convicted a veteran detective for the Carlisle Police Department, who was also a task force officer with the FBI and a member of the Cumberland County Drug Task Force, of bribery, drug distribution, and making false statements.
Christopher Collare, 53, of Blythewood, South Carolina, used his official position to obtain sex from two women in exchange for agreeing to take actions in prosecutions. Specifically, in 2015, Collare agreed to accept sex in exchange for not appearing at an evidentiary hearing so that a criminal charge would be dismissed, and in 2018, he agreed to accept sexual favors in exchange for taking steps to help reduce a potential sentence.
Collare distributed heroin in 2016 and lied in November 2015 on a federal form he completed during the process of becoming an FBI task force officer, and he made multiple false statements in an interview with federal agents in May 2018.
Collare was convicted of federal program bribery, bribery by a federal official, distribution of heroin, and six counts of false statements. He faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison for federal program bribery, 15 years in prison for bribery by a federal official, 20 years in prison for distribution of heroin, and five years in prison for false statements.
Collare was taken into custody following the verdict. His sentencing date has not yet been scheduled.
The FBI and the Office of the Inspector General investigated the case. Trial Attorney James I. Pearce of the Criminal Division’s Public Integrity Section and Assistant U.S. Attorneys Carlo D. Marchioli and Phillip J. Caraballo are prosecuting the case.
Collare’s conviction is a significant blow to public trust in law enforcement. The case highlights the importance of holding public officials accountable for their actions and ensuring that those who abuse their power are brought to justice.
The case is a reminder that corruption can occur at any level of law enforcement and that it is the duty of the public and the media to hold those in power accountable.
Collare’s sentencing is expected to take place in the coming months. He will face a federal district court judge who will determine his sentence after considering the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.
Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Public Corruption|Violent Crime|Sex Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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