Scottie Stacy : “Washington County Sheriff’s Deputy Shooting Video Proof”

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Former Washington County Deputy Charged with Murder in Fayetteville

A former Washington County sheriff’s deputy, Stevon Grindstaff, 28, of Fayetteville, found himself in hot water this week after being charged with first-degree murder and aggravated assault by a special prosecutor. The charges came after Arkansas State Police investigated a shooting incident that took place in northeast Washington County.

Incident Details

The incident occurred at around 10:36 p.m. on December 3, when Grindstaff attempted to stop Scottie Stacy, 57, who was driving a pickup at Blue Springs Road and Beav-O-Rama Road. Stacy refused to comply, leading to a pursuit that ended in a field. It was initially reported that Grindstaff fired his weapon in response to Stacy’s actions, but video evidence told a different story.

Video Evidence Contradicts Initial Account

The in-car and body camera footage provided by the Sheriff’s Office showed a different sequence of events. Grindstaff was seen positioning his patrol vehicle’s bumper against Stacy’s vehicle before getting out and walking around to the driver’s side. As Stacy began driving away, Grindstaff fired multiple shots at the fleeing vehicle, resulting in Stacy’s death at the scene.

Consequences for Grindstaff

Grindstaff, a six-year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office, was terminated prior to his arrest and was subsequently charged with murder and assault. He was arrested on Monday but released on $250,000 bond the following day. Grindstaff is scheduled for arraignment on April 3 in Washington County Circuit Court.

Investigation by State Police

Sheriff Jay Cantrell requested the State Police’s Criminal Investigation Division to look into the shooting incident, which ultimately led to the charges against Grindstaff. The case has stirred controversy and raised questions about the use of force by law enforcement officers.

Overall, the incident has left a community in shock and disbelief, as a former deputy now faces serious criminal charges that could significantly alter the course of his life. As the legal proceedings unfold, many will be closely following the case to see how justice is served in this tragic turn of events.

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