upper darby lawsuit
Chief Mike "I never saw a camera I didn't like" Chitwood has just caused the upper darby taxpayers a lot of money in defending a federal law suit which can't be defended.
It was brought forth by a township resident who had a family member commit suicide with a particular firearm which was found in the hands of the decedent. The police, under Chitwood policy, took that particular firearm into evidence and then proceeded to search the remainder of the house for a total of 16 other firearms most of which were under lock and key. No warrant was obtained and under the stress of the death, the homeowner unlocked secure areas so the police could snatch the firearms. No evidence that any of the firearms were used in a crime. The family member rightfully claims that the firearms have a value and are part of the decedent's estate. Upon asking Chitwood for the firearms to be returned, the chief told the estate representative that a court order would be needed for the return. Chitwood further stated that if his policy was not to their liking, sue him. Well they did and the taxpayers of that township will pay.
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