What originally appeared to be a routine traffic stop in Tallahassee, Florida, has sparked outrage and placed local police officers under scrutiny. Bodycam footage appears to show officers planting evidence in a man’s vehicle to justify arresting him for driving under the influence.
The incident, which occurred on May 7, 2023, involves Officer Kiersten Oliver of the Tallahassee Police Department and 56-year-old Calvin Riley. The footage shows the officer pulling Riley over for driving with a suspended license.
The officer called for backup and discussed the details of the traffic stop with Officer Margaret Mueth after she arrived at the scene. Oliver requests that Meuth speak with Riley under the guise of verifying his address. Oliver indicated that she believed Riley was under the influence. “I feel like I’m getting some indications, I’m not really sure,” she said. “I…
