Harrisburg, PA – In a shocking case of corruption, Tyson Baker, a 17-year veteran police officer with the Fairview Township Police Department, has been charged with theft and obstruction after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars in drug proceeds and falsifying reports.
According to the indictment, Baker, 41, of Etters, stole $2,000 in drug proceeds in November 2015 and $3,000 in December 2015. He then allegedly caused the preparation of false reports to cover up his conduct and obstruct the investigation.
The indictment alleges that Baker orchestrated the theft of $2,000 in drug proceeds seized by the Fairview Township Police Department during the search of a residence that had resulted in the seizure of several pounds of marijuana and approximately $15,000. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) recorded conversations between Baker and a cooperating individual regarding the theft.
The indictment also alleges that Baker discussed with the cooperating individual stopping suspected drug traffickers driving through the township to steal their drug proceeds during traffic stops.
The case was investigated by the FBI, Harrisburg Resident Office, the Pennsylvania State Police, the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, and the Fairview Township Police Department.
Prosecution of the case is assigned to Assistant United States Attorney William A. Behe.
Indictments and Criminal Informations are only allegations. All persons charged are presumed to be innocent unless and until found guilty in court.
A sentence following a finding of guilt is imposed by the Judge after consideration of the applicable federal sentencing statutes and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines.
The maximum penalty under federal law is 20 years on the 4 counts dealing with obstruction and records tampering charges, 5 years on each of the two counts charging removal of property to prevent its seizure, 5 years on the false reports to federal authorities charge, and 10 years on the theft of government property charge.
Baker faces a maximum penalty of up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
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Key Facts
- State: Pennsylvania
- Category: Public Corruption|White Collar Crime|Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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