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Takeaways from LMPD press conference, Scheffler arrest videos
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If you weren’t able to tune in, here are our key takeaways from the Louisville Metro Police Department’s Tuesday morning press conference regarding the investigation into Scottie Scheffler’s May 17 arrest.
The press conference featured Louisville mayor Craig Greenberg and police chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel. Neither Greenberg nor Gwinn-Villaroel took any questions from the media after speaking.
The press conference is viewable on Golf Channel.
1. The charges against Scottie Scheffler are not being dropped
Despite media speculation earlier this week, Scheffler’s case will continue forward. Echoing a sentiment expressed by the mayor, Gwinn-Villaroel stated, “We respect the judicial process, and we will allow the courts to proceed.”
2. Arresting office detective Bryan Gillis’ body-worn camera was not on and he was disciplined
Gwinn-Villaroel referred to this as a procedural violation and stated he has received corrective action.
“Detective Gillis did not have his body-worn camera operational ready,” Gwinn-Villaroel said, “Our officer has received corrective action for his policy violation. We respect the judicial process, and we will allow the courts to proceed.”
The specifics of the “corrective action” were not discussed.
3. Two videos released and what they show
The department released a pair of videos — one from a fixed camera across the street, the other from a patrol car. You can view the videos here.
This portion of the video appears to show Scheffler attempting to pull into the club, Gillis obstructing his progress, and what followed.
New footage from Scottie Scheffler’s arrest at last week’s PGA Championship. ? pic.twitter.com/EoAvugPGgC
— Golf Digest (@GolfDigest) May 23, 2024
The second video shows Scheffler passing near a police cruiser in handcuffs.
BREAKING: @LMPD releases the only official video we have of the incident involving PGA Golfer Scottie Scheffler. The black Lexus you see going around the bus is Scheffler. You also see the officer running him down and arresting him. @wave3news #scottiescheffler #pga pic.twitter.com/fJ2ltFLuSG
— Ward Jolles (@wardjolles) May 23, 2024
At the request of the Louisville attorney’s office, no other video will be released until the legal process concludes.
4. What Scheffler’s lawyer is saying in response
Steven Romines, Scottie Scheffler’s attorney states, “Scottie Scheffler didn’t do anything wrong. We’re not interested in a settlement. It will either be dismissed or we will go to trial.”
Scheffler is charged with second-degree assault of a police officer, criminal mischief, reckless driving, and disregarding traffic signals from an officer directing traffic.
Scottie Scheffler’s arraignment is scheduled for June 3 in Louisville.
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greg mcneill
May 24, 2024 at 11:51 am
It was bad enough that the Louisville PD arrested the world’s best golfer during a major championship. Now with this additional footage discrediting the cop’s prior account of what happened, if the state attorney’s office doesn’t dismiss the charges, Louisville will add additional insult to injury by pursing this nonsense. I cannot believe the mayor or police chief want to see this petty non-event proceed further. And if they wanted to insure that the PGA never returns to Vahalla, this will guarantee it. (In fairness, ever since the PGA sold its interests a couple of years ago, they were probably never coming back anyway.)
Dom
May 24, 2024 at 11:14 am
Why are there no protests, looting and rioting for this over the top police reaction against a wh….sorry top golfer??
Paul Blarts cousin
May 24, 2024 at 8:27 am
Note to self: Avoid Louisville at ALL costs
This whole thing is a complete joke that everyone involved (other than Scottie) should be ashamed of.
Last year the DOJ found over 60 examples of “alleged misconduct” 14 of which involved excessive force in LMPD.
Clearly a result of a very toxic work environment.
After watching that press conference and DOJ investigation finding its obvious there are serious issues in leadership going on in that city.
150 H-sides in 2023 157 in 2022. So basically every other day someone gets whacked in that city yet they are using resources to “let the legal system play out” making an issue of this non-issue.
That video shows officer Gillis in a bit of a rage as he swung his arm at the A-pillar of Scotties vehicle signifying this is a typical case of an angry cop acting out
Brandon
May 23, 2024 at 10:31 pm
Must be some pretty flimsy pants they issue the Louisville PD.
David
May 24, 2024 at 11:02 am
Someone in the news needs to look into the cops background with LMPD. I was told this is not his only bad time as a cop.
Moe Greene
May 23, 2024 at 4:02 pm
Video proves this cop is a liar.
Mike
May 23, 2024 at 3:29 pm
Two words: Shakedown. Extortion.
Cops are idiots now who could never make it in the private sector.