Date: May 23rd, 2018 10:34 PM
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Cole also accused the officer of fondling, groping and sexually assaulting her on the way to jail. Those claims were also not supported by the video.
DPS responded to the accusations late Tuesday night by releasing the video in full. The only parts that were blurred or rendered inaudible were those where personal identification information is shared. That information is considered confidential by a state statute, DPS said.
“The Department is appalled that anyone would make such a despicable, slanderous and false accusation against a peace officer who willingly risks his life every day to protect and serve the public," the department said.
“That video clearly shows the world that this trooper conducted himself beyond reproach,” said Ellis County District Attorney Patrick Wilson. “Yet, he still was subject do a very malicious public persecution despite that.”
Not only was the trooper falsely accused identified by name in social media posts, but another unrelated Waco trooper with the same last name was targeted by people believing Cole's claims. His attorney says he's endured "substantial harassment and threats" and even had to make a "request for protection."
Cole’s attorney apologized early Wednesday morning.
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