Broward Sheriff Defends Deputies' Use of Force, Calls Charges Miscarriage of Justice

Sheriff Defends Deputies Against Charges

• 🚨 Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony is defending three detention deputies accused of using excessive force against an inmate in 2022.
• ⚖️ Tony called the charges filed against Sergeant Zakaya Pulk, Cleopatra Johnny, and Deniah Walker a "miscarriage of justice" and demanded the state attorney drop them.
• 🗣️ He accused the state attorney's office of mistreating his deputies and likened the situation to a "Salem witch trial."

Incident Details and Surveillance Footage

• 📹 The incident involved inmate Sarah Caputo, who allegedly refused to change into jail clothing, leading to an altercation.
• 💥 Surveillance video shows a deputy pushing Caputo, who then lunges forward, prompting the deputies to respond with force.
• 🤕 Sheriff Tony presented photos of injuries sustained by his deputies during the confrontation.

State Attorney's Response and Actions

• 🧐 The state attorney's office initiated the investigation in April 2024 after Caputo's attorney filed a motion to dismiss battery charges against her.
• 🏛️ Broward State Attorney Harold Pryor stated he is held to a higher standard and will not be deterred by attempts to "verbally bully" his office.
• ✅ The state attorney did drop all charges against inmate Sarah Caputo.
• ❓ The attorney for Sarah Caputo has not yet responded to requests for comment on Sheriff Tony's statements.