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Stevenson, Alabama – A brutal assault by a small-town police chief has landed him in the crosshairs of federal prosecutors. Daniel Winters, 55, the Chief of Police in Stevenson, Alabama, has been charged with two counts of deprivation of civil rights under color of law.
According to the indictment, Winters allegedly physically assaulted an arrestee on March 22, 2015, causing bodily injuries. Furthermore, he willfully failed to intervene when another person used unreasonable force during the arrest.
The FBI, with assistance from the Alabama State Bureau of Investigation, is conducting the investigation, which remains ongoing. The case is being prosecuted by Special Litigation Counsel Forrest Christian and Trial Attorney Samantha Trepel of the Civil Rights Division’s Criminal Section, along with Deputy Chief Laura Hodge of the Northern District of Alabama.
An indictment is merely an accusation, and Winters is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Winters’ actions have sent shockwaves through the small community of Stevenson, where trust in law enforcement is already fragile. Residents are left wondering how a police chief, sworn to protect and serve, could so callously disregard the rights of a citizen.
The outcome of this case will undoubtedly have far-reaching implications for law enforcement in Alabama and beyond. Grimy Times will continue to follow this story and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: Alabama
- Category: Public Corruption|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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