The police officer who put Scottie Scheffler in handcuffs has a lengthy disciplinary record that includes at least one suspension, employment records revealed.
Detective Bryan Gillis took Scheffler into custody a week ago Friday when the golfer sought to enter Valhalla Golf Club as police investigated a nearby fatal accident.
Scheffler has maintained he was following police directions on how to drive into the club. But arresting police said Scheffler did not follow directions.Scottie Scheffler on the ninth green during the second round of the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club on May 17, 2024, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Gillis was also found to be"at fault" for a Dec. 1, 2013 accident that led to an oral reprimand and mandatory driver's training. He did, however, receive a commendation for being among seven officers who went"above and beyond" the call of duty in a"high-intensity traffic enforcement detail" that"culminated in you issuing a staggering 108 citations out of 201 citations issued during the four-hour operational period" on Sept. 16, 2021.
A representative of the River City Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 614, the union that would represent LMPD detectives, could not be immediately reached for comment on Thursday.Video shows Delta workers hurling college golf team's clubs onto concrete tarmac
Norge Siste Nytt, Norge Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også lese nyheter som ligner på denne som vi har samlet inn fra andre nyhetskilder.
Louisville police officer who arrested Scottie Scheffler previously suspendedDavid K. Li is a senior breaking news reporter for NBC News Digital.
Les mer »
Louisville police cite department violation in arrest of top golfer Scottie SchefflerDavid K. Li is a senior breaking news reporter for NBC News Digital.
Les mer »
Scottie Scheffler arrest video released by Louisville policeThe newly released footage does not show the initial interaction between Scottie Scheffler and the arresting officer in the May 17 incident. Police say the officer violated policy by not turning on his body camera.
Les mer »
Louisville PD Is Not Dropping Charges Against Scottie SchefflerThe mayor of Louisville, Kentucky, confirmed on Thursday, May 23, that charges against golfer Scottie Scheffler have not been dropped
Les mer »
Police involved in Scottie Scheffler arrest to be investigated over protocol, Louisville mayor saysAfter what Scottie Scheffler says was a 'big misunderstanding,' Louisville mayor Craig Greenberg said the police will be investigated into whether they followed proper protocol.
Les mer »
Scottie Scheffler arrest being investigated for possible policy violations by Louisville PoliceLouisville Mayor Craig Greenberg said investigators are working to gather any footage from the incident and are expected to have an update later this week.
Les mer »