MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA – In a stunning reversal of fortune, former Elmore County Sheriff’s Deputy Blake Hicks, 33, was today handed a 29-month prison sentence for a federal civil rights offense. Hicks, who once vowed to protect and serve, was convicted of using excessive force against an arrestee.
According to court documents, Hicks brutally punched and kicked an arrestee around the head while he was handcuffed and incapacitated on the ground. The attack resulted in a broken cheekbone, concussion, and lacerations for the victim. Hicks’ actions, found to be without legal justification, have landed him behind bars.
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division minced no words, stating, ‘This defendant had a duty to respect the rights of people in his custody and to keep them safe. Instead, he violently assaulted someone under arrest who posed no threat. The Justice Department is committed to holding law enforcement officials accountable for滥用权力和过度使用武力。’
United States Attorney Jonathan S. Ross echoed these sentiments, ‘Law enforcement officers are expected to maintain order and ensure public safety. Hicks failed his obligation to protect and serve. His sentence ensures he faces consequences for his actions, reinforcing trust in the noble service of other officers.’
The investigation was conducted by the FBI Mobile Field Office with assistance from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Trial Attorney Laura-Kate Bernstein, Special Litigation Counsel Michael J. Songer, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Eric Counts prosecuted the case.
This sentence serves as a stark reminder that those who misuse their authority will be held accountable, safeguarding the integrity of law enforcement and the rights of citizens alike.
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- State: Alabama
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Violent Crime|Public Corruption
- Source: Official Source ↗
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