District attorney: No criminality in Thibodaux Police…
A district attorney found no criminal wrongdoing in a police officer’s arrest of a 14-year-old during a drug possession investigation, despite a board finding excessive force and violations of procedures. The incident occurred at the Thibodaux Fireman’s Fair, where the teen was restrained for nine steps before being placed on an ice chest.
Key Facts
- District Attorney found no criminal wrongdoing in the arrest
- Police officer used ‘chokehold’ during restraint
- Board of law enforcement officers found excessive force and violations of procedures
- Security footage shows police officer taking teen’s backpack, finding drug paraphernalia
Incident Details
| Location | Thibodaux, Louisiana |
| Department | Thibodaux Police Department |
| Officers Involved | John Sutton Jr. |
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