Ohio Police Chief Reveals Deceptive Actions of Fired K-9 Officer in Dog Attack Investigation

The Circleville Police Department in Ohio released records showing that Officer Ryan Speakman, who released his police dog on a surrendering truck driver, was repeatedly instructed not to discuss the incident before being fired. The department accused Speakman of releasing confidential information and being deceptive during the investigation. Speakman's union has filed a grievance arguing that he was fired without just cause. The civilian police review board found that Speakman did not violate department policy, but lacks the authority to recommend discipline. The truck driver, Jadarrius Rose, was treated for dog bites and has been charged with failure to comply. Attorney Benjamin Crump announced that he would represent Rose.