Officer Earl Campbell turned in his resignation today.
Officer Campbell's K-9 Partner Charlie had undergone a previous surgery in 2009 in which the scar tissue caused even more problems down the road. Charlie was taken out of service this year and the OCPD turned over ownership to Charlie to Officer Campbell in November.
In time, Charlie got to a point in which he was suffering quite badly and became paralyzed. Officer Campbell made attempts to convince the powers to be in Ocean City to front an additional $6,000.00 for another surgery in which Officer Campbell felt those powers to be took too long to give him an answer, so Officer Campbell reached into his own pocket to pay for the surgery.
Because of these delays, Officer Campbell turned in his resignation today with the OCPD. Charlie has had the surgery and is now recovering.
Folks, it's important to know that the Ocean City Police Department takes great pride in the health and well being of all of their animals. Their are channels and procedures in which cases like this, (in government) whereas instant decisions are almost impossible to make. There are some, (including me) people in which making a $6,000.00 decision for an animal, (as much as I love animals) would be made to put the animal down, especially if it is suffering and or there's even a chance it could further suffer down the road.
In my honest opinion, Charlie has already been through one surgery in which we are now seeing the long term results of such. I can, (however) completely understand and respect Officer Campbell's decision to follow through with such a surgery and my hat is certainly tipped to him for fronting the expense of doing so.
In this case, Officer Campbell felt that certain powers to be didn't respond quickly enough and as a result of such he has resigned. Because this is a personnel issue, the OCPD cannot comment at this time. However, I want it known that I personally know several of the people involved with the OCPD animals and while I do not want to speak on their behalf, I will say these are what I call, "Good People" and animal lovers. There are two sides to every story and in this case I am the recipient of only one side.
Not that long ago, (I believe this past summer) we did an article on another K-9 from the OCPD having to be put down because of a sudden illness. The Officer is still with the OCPD. What many do not recognize is that these animals are not just expensive right out of the gate, there's no guarantee their health will remain good until retirement age. In the mean time, Officers become extremely close to these animals and its only fitting that emotions come into play in situations such as Officer Campbell's case.
We wish Officer Campbell a healthy retirement along with our best hopes and wishes in Charlie's recovery and future. This Team, Campbell and Charlie will certainly be missed by the citizens of Ocean City and we thank them for their service.
In closing, Officer Campbell told me, "It cost $6,170 but worth every single penny!!!!!!" He went on to say he was getting out of the law enforcement profession all together.
Originally Posted on 12-8-11. Due to popular requests we have chosen to bring this Post back up again.
374 comments:
«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 374 of 374If you think I'm whinning I wonder what you will think when the story hits other major media outlets. This blog has been huge, it has exposed the situation to so many people. Both main stream media and to other blogs. It has been linked up by the Huffington Post, one of the largest news blogs in the county.
SBY.News has such a huge following, the feedback and response to this story has been overwhelming. And the story is just getting started. I am sorry you think I'm whinning, I see it differently. That is whats great about being an American, we are allowed to disagree and have differing opinions.
Just stand by, the story is far form over and gaining steam, audience, and outlets.
I will continue to use my name, you won't need to wonder when I post, I'll owen them...will you?
I'm exercising my right to free speech as an American, I am allowed to do that.... aren't I?
What dept. with 100 officers needs 4 captains? Talk about micromanagement and free time.
Anna Blue tops the list of dispatchers putting officers lives at risk. She would send specific officers to certain calls just because they "annoyed" her. Didn't matter how close they were...(personally I reccomend implementing a better beat system so this doesn't occurr) How do these people ever get into public safety?
I’ll start by stating the obvious. I too work for the Ocean City Police Department and represent the men and women who call themselves Ocean City’s finest. In validating my assertion, I’ll state simply that I’m 6’5”, tip the scales at a dainty 350lb, and am bald as the day is long. That should adequately dispel any question of identity or affiliation.
My original intention was to allow this blog to run its course until it simply ran out of steam. Unfortunately, that appears to be an absolute impossibility. I expect, given some of the overt embellishment I’ve read, that many readers have found it impossible to look away from the mangled train wreck of OCPD personalities.
So let’s try a quick dose of fact checking and see if we can navigate into calmer waters where we can effectively address and resolve issues. Unlike other posters, I can speak about the allegations outlined in previous submissions based wholly on fact and/or firsthand knowledge. I’ve prefaced previous allegations with two (2) asterisks, followed by a brief description of facts.
** We have people getting commendations for acts that did not happen.
This allegation is based on an incident c. 1988. That’s not a typo… 1988. The issue was brought to the attention of the agency and the officer involved was reprimanded.
** The report of a supervisor making a joke about sex between a child and adult.
Issue was investigated by Internal Affairs. Comment was determined to be mundane, but inappropriate. Internal investigation was sustained and officer was disciplined.
** We had an officer engaged in misconduct here, leave in good standing, and get hired elsewhere.
Officer was investigated by Internal Affairs. Investigation was sustained and the officer was disciplined. Officer was later hired by an allied agency on Eastern Shore with full knowledge of the internal findings.
** We had reports that were corrected or fixed.
Issue was investigated by Internal Affairs. Investigation was sustained and the officer was disciplined.
** We have horses kept in deplorable conditions.
Our mounted unit has been in existence since 1988 and the agency has never been accused of mistreating our horses. I am a former member of the unit and will personally attest to the outstanding care our horses receive. The pictures in question were taken by a resentful employee who intentionally captured selective images which are not at all representative of our horses’ actual living conditions.
** We hadan officer convicted of underage sex crimes who is in jail now.
Correction - Individual was a former OCPD employee. At the time of the incident (2007), he was a Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputy. He was criminally convicted and is currently serving time in the Wicomico Co Jail.
** We had a Lt direct two officers to shovel snow at the Chief's home.
I’ll let the general public decide this one. The Chief was out of town on the night in question. Did the Ltmake an inappropriate decision? Or, was he simply being courteous? Either way, we’ve not uncovered the crime of the century.
I think I’ve clearly made my point. There is no big city corruption. There’s no diabolical cover up. Readers have been subjected to a planned, inflammatory barrage of half-truths and allusion which were intended to incite people’s raw emotions. Quite frankly, what better way is there to get back at your employer than by posting uncontested and unsubstantiated fodder on an anonymous blog?
Don’t get me wrong, we undoubtedly have some serious internal issues yet to work out. As evidenced by the flagrant finger pointing, trust, fairness and impartiality are clearly not perceived to be the employee-employer cornerstones on which the OCPD is built. But enough is enough! The blog served its purpose. The Mayor and Council are fully aware of our concerns and are now listening intently. It’s time to bring our dirty laundry back in the house.
Instead of The Earl and Tarek Show, it could be called “Standing up for what’s right”, “Fighting the good fight” or “Men of Integrity, Honor and Courage”. You make a claim of whining but you hide behind your anonymity. You can call me a whiner, that’s fine. You’re entitled to your opinion but at least have the common decency to put a name behind the post. A man without a face is a man without a soul.
FOP President- I Love you brother! I hope you, the E-board and all the members know that this wasn’t about airing dirty laundry, it’s about standing up for what’s right and standing up for Charlie. Standing up to a lying lieutenant who has caused more damage in that department then probably any other person in many years! There are many lies that I put up with from him, but allowing my dog and thus my family to suffer, was the last straw.
I know many feel I made a rash decision but you guys also know what I’ve been through with him over the years. Please understand, I just couldn’t take it anymore.
Its heart breaking to know that a former “so called” k9 handler could allow a dog to suffer for any reason, then lie and focus blame on city council. A person who destroyed a great k-9 unit with leading his followers into temptation of lies and misrepresentations. A person who would blatantly tell his handlers to fabricate finds and alerts to “Make it look good”. This is why myself and others were always placed in the “Whining category” because we didn’t agree with it.
Being a successful k-9 Police handler shouldn’t be about who has more alerts, more finds, more seizures…..it should be about honestly serving the community and being readily prepared when the time comes to deploy your dog. I could care less if I had 1 or 100 k-9 arrests as long as they were all good quality arrests.
To you and all my brothers, I am truly sorry for the storm that has come full circle and given the members the courage to stand up and speak their minds. This is the furthest thing I expected or wanted. I just wanted to make it so this never happens again. If you want to do something for me, you can fight for the current k9 unit and keep the experience in the unit. There is no value you can put on experience and throwing that away sets everyone up for failure.
Sorry I couldn’t be there when things turn around but enough was enough. A person can only take but so much before he loses a part of his emotional sanity. Over the years of lies, misleading employees, emphatic claim of “The Captain said…” or now “The City Council made me”….it just got to a point I literally could not take anymore. His ability to allow my dog to suffer turns my stomach daily! His poise to take credit for all the good and push the blame for the bad disgusts me to no end.
Anon 12:24-I couldn’t agree more. It shouldn’t matter if it’s a human, dog, horse or cat, it’s a living animal and he didn’t deserve to suffer. My only hope is that after this storm blows over that the dept will finally come up with guidelines to prevent this from happening again.
Anon 2:48- Thank you, Im doing my best to make it better for them and prevent this from ever happening again. I just can’t show all my cards until the time is right but no fear, this isn’t ending until things are right.
Trina, thank you. I appreciate the support.
To answer a few emails, once again, I greatly appreciate the overwhelming support. Its great to know I have such a large group of people praying for me, my family and K-9 Charlie. We are all doing great!!!
To the business owners, former seasonal employees and everyone else that have asked about donations, I really do appreciate it but it’s not necessary. Your kindness will never be forgotten but I do not want anyone’s money. Spend the extra money on your families during this holiday season.
To update everyone on Charlie, he is doing great! He is walking great, eating and living the good life of playing barbies with my daughter. He isn’t very happy about wearing a dress but he plays along to keep my lil one happy.
Thank you all again for your support!
How many suffer due to red tape, I am disappointed with Ocean City in this ordeal and find it hard for them to have a way to save face. Its bad enough it happened to a k-9, I guess we are lucky it wasnt a human officer in need.
Thank you FOB president xxx. It's just what some of us in the community were/are thinking. I think some of the comments coming from those who seemingly were agreeing with all of this were just also just an orchestrated planned attempt to get them to put their foots in their mouths further and it worked.
Why do a lot of the readers assume that everything being posted here is the truth?
3 or 4 people are whining about practically EVERY police department supervisor.
Does it make sense that every supervisor in any business or department is bad or corrupt?
I do not buy into that.
anon 10:44
I agree. This article wasnt focused on all supervisors, it was meant for 1 who allowed my dog to suffer. I can tell you that there are great guys within that dept that are supervisors. Many who I call family even though Im gone and departed.
Tarek, in that there is no officer with that name, how the heck do you stand so high and mightly claiming to be such a man? Please, your a coward just like the rest. Earl, yep, he stands tall, and by his conviction. It will be interesting to compare notes when, and if "management" releases thier side. Todays work session will prove the council could care less, oh, Cymeck will claim to be the "brother" to the FOP, but lets see who speaks up.
Dear President
I appreciate your support of the command staff, let me be clear, this has NOT been your message in our lodge over the last three years, let us be honest!
To make it clear I am a cop, last night there was a domestic that occurred, look it up. It is a CFS in the system.
The commendation, claiming to catch a baby when you did not is an issue. I agree it is an old issue, but character as a cop is based on doing the right thing, telling the truth ALL the time. To exaggerate that incident, to claim greater glory than is deserved is wrong. To minimize it is like saying, he lied on the stand but it was in 1988…really that is ok?
A supervisor making a comment about a child giving oral sex to an adult is not mundane! I am going to be crude here, I apologize. I believe the comment was something to the effect of, he sucked his dic& and so forth and so on…and I believe it was brought to the attention of the command staff. In fact, I believe an officer actually met with a detective because he was so concerned about the comment and he believed it NOT to be a joke but to be REAL. I think that officer contacted the mother of the child; again, it was not mundane to him. Must have been a hell of a mundane joke to get that kind of a reaction from a police officer I am going way on a limb here, I apologize in advance. He has been posting using his name so I hope he won’t mind, I believe the officer that handled the case was Tarek. Please Tarek when you read this speak up! Mr. President, you say the investigation was sustained, in police language that means the investigation determined that the incident DID happen! Again this supervisor is still working while in the UFC they terminate a fighter that made a joke about rape. What a contradiction, fighter terminated yet cop still working. It’s not the cop that made the mistake, it’s the command. Did they contact the mother, did they make the situation right. No, they did not. Tarek, speak up brother, where are you man???
We had a report “fixed”. You call fixing a report ok, “correcting” a report is covering up. Call it what you will, the report was corrected because there were things that were NOT TRUE in it! That is not ok; you and I know that what I am saying is true. You say the investigation was sustained, in police language that means the investigation determined that the incident DID happen! He was not terminated, he still works in how department after an investigation determined that he DID “correct” a report inappropriately.
There was an officer that was engaged in misconduct, and hired else where, we all know who that was and where that officer is now. Let’s bring out some facts, the officer was lying in reports about their K-9 alerting to drugs, the officer was not being truthful. Guys let’s keep up here, this officer did it with Cpl (I’m sorry again, I have to names some names…Townsend, PFC Richardson), they all know and there is no way under oath they would deny these facts. And, I WILL SAY THIS AGAIN… You say the investigation was SUSTAINED, in police language that means the investigation determined that the incident DID happen! That it DID HAPPEN! What kind of relationship did this officer have with the command staff, let’s give the details. What kind of reference did this officer get after an investigation determined their police reports were untrue?
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The horses, I don’t know and can’t address that incident. Stender claims he has pictures, let him post the pictures?
Under age sex crimes, you are correct about him not being an OCPD cop at the time and him being a Sheriff at the time of his arrest. BUT we did have an officer, it is common knowledge that he was at a police party in a priest costume and he DID have a little boy attached to the costume with an open mouth right at the spot of the priest genitalia. It was costume being worn by a cop who was at a party with other cops; the costume was a priest getting a blow job up by a young child! Is this ok, is this what we expect from our officers, don’t justify this and try and make it appear minor. This is horrible; it is not funny on any level!
The snow, I don’t know, it was definitely a topic of conversation that night, and I was working. Nobody was pleased that a LT, the ex-boyfriend of the chief was directing two uniform cops to shovel snow from the her sidewalk and driveway. It fact, one of our concerns was safety; one officer was taken out of sector, far out of sector to shovel snow. That left the guys short of manpower and had we needed assistance we may have been in trouble. You say, it was winter, it was slow, we had an officer involved shooting in winter, when in was slow, her backup was slow to arrive and this officer was severely beaten!
You did not address the cops having affairs on duty, shall we open that box?
You did not address the now supervisor that had a brief inappropriate relationship with a victim of domestic violence. Is it ok to bed the victim of a domestic violence call, a call that you respond to as an officer? Was this information brought to command, was it investigated? I know the answer, do you? We have a domestic violence follow up unit; they go to the homes of domestic violence victims after the event to check on their status. What a great way for low character guys to get a date, in this case he didn’t even wait for the follow up!
And finally, and most importantly since Earl lost his job because of the terrible treatment of his dog. You did NOT address the DOG, the treatment of Charlie, was that an acceptable, mundane, situation? Apparently Campbell thought it was so egregious that on principle he resigned from the OCPD! Remember he was injured; he could have collected a pay check for months and kept his health insurance as well. We all know his young daughter is sick! Yet, he was so turned off, so upset by the treatment his animal received, he left on his own, in good standing, with his pride, integrity, and character intact!!
I apologize for naming names, I have no choice; we as a group must speak out! Please Townsend, Tarek Richardson, and others, speak up…I know you guys know of these incidents. We can’t let the truth be covered up!
The fact is that all of these events occurred under our leadership…only one occurred before our last no confidence vote. We had no confidence then, how can we possibly have confidence now after all these incidents have been exposed!
This hubub is just another prime example of the behind the scenes hypocritic systemic corruption of law enforcement. The level of indecency from officers across the board is appalling. They clearly are not the best and brightest of anything but Government sanctioned criminal activity which has become status quo. From the fraternal brotherhoods which amount to terroristic unions to high ranking command and control which spews illicit propaganda,policing agencies have become completely untrustworthy twisted drama diva's to the citizens of our communities. These people are not your friends and should be isolated from normal society until they learn to become civil servants again.
Found this on CNN iReporter...
wow..
Idyllic Ocean City Maryland, the island by the sea…Now a town with their police Chief in Peril. Chief Dipino, leader of the Ocean City Police Department may have finally encountered a storm she cannot weather.
Allegations of sexual misconduct by supervisors, inappropriate comments by supervisors about child sexual abuse, police report cover-ups and corrections, inappropriate allocation of police manpower used for personal gain, at least one officer alleged to have curried sexual favors from a victim of domestic violence after he met her when he responded to the call for help.
Serious allegations, not your typical small time, sea side village experience. Officers are coming forward, sharing their stories, affairs on duty, bullying an intimidation by a Lieutenant that refers to himself as a “tyrant” in his email signature.
Even parties amongst cops where an officer dressed as a priest with the cut out of a child attached at the crotch simulating the priest receiving oral sex from a child. All by cops, in the presence of others cops, especially disturbing considering one of their officers is serving time for sex crimes on a child and a second is potentially facing similar charges.
What happened to the Ocean City I used to know? The Chief and her inner circle have turned a blind eye to these abuses for years. Officers state that they made command staff aware of the situation and no action was taken to address the problem.
The nail in the coffin was the resignation of two officers, one over the inhumane treatment of his k-9 partner, the other resigned based on the deplorable conditions he encountered as a mounted officer. These two officer state they made attempts to correct the situation, to help the animals, but command staff ignored their requests and the animals were forced to suffer. Both officers left the force and now other officer are coming out with their stories.
A local news blog, a major source of information on the eastern shore of MD was the first to break the story. www.sbynews.com, owned by Joe Albero took the information and posted it, from there the story exploded.
So far there are over 200 comments and counting, news media has been contacting the principles of the story. Officers under gag order are posting with three of their ID numbers blacked out; it’s been an amazing three days!
To read the story and see the comments, go to http://sbynews.blogspot.com/2011/12/ocean-city-k-9-officer-resigned-today.html
The comments are very insightful, with great a deal of detail.
In waiting room at doctor appt, I will have plenty to say later once I get to my computer.
Stand by,
Joe may I post documents on here, how can you help me do this?
Tarek
Tarek, you'd have to send them directly to me at alberobutzo@wmconnect.com
here is the CNN link,
It is on facebook, thats how I saw it!
http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-717106
@anon 0959....seriously, now you're picking on dispatchers who have no forum to defend themselves? leave the dispatchers out of this. who cares that you ticked off a dispatcher and they sent you to some noise call? where is the officer safety issue in that?....stick to the real issues, the general public is laughing us like the idiots you make us sound like. if you have a beef with a dispatcher take it to the proper channels. and ms. blue you do a great job and congrats on getting your degree!
Link to CNN
http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-717106
Over 165 views, 14 recommends, 8 shares, it is exploding on FB, twitter, man, just a matter of time before it is all over!
Wow!!
Joe, this is on CNN it is true, I know you generally have a nofollow policy, but would you consider letting the link sit here?
It is on FB, twitter, apparently it's getting shared all over.
http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-717106
Thank you
My name is Gina. I worked in the Ocean City Police Department for 9 years. I was "constructively discharged," as it is called in legal terms. As this applies to Officer Campbell and several other "resigned" officers, it basically means that the police department had such intolerable working conditions there was either the choice of leaving our employment or sacrificing our mental and physical health. I chose my health.
I refused to read this site up until today because, after I left the department, I decided to “cleanse” myself of the toxins that I call: Command Staff. I am only posting because there is so much discussion about the Powers That Be, and I want to add to the discussion by presenting more evidence. First of all, to the officer that posted from his patrol car: Kiss the internet goodbye! Seriously. You just set yourself (and the rest of the officers) up for another knee-jerk reaction that will punish the officers simply because a little more truth leaked out. That’s how the OCPD is run – which goes to show how poorly managed it is. For a department that makes a vast majority of its decisions in a fast-paced, half-cocked manner, this proves that when an issue is critical, the Command Staff becomes a group of headless chickens. And I use the term “chickens” because it can be dually defined – the Command Staff fears integrity. That’s why Chief DiPino has hand-picked the associates she has.
The Chief is about to cost the Town of Ocean City and its tax payers even more. I filed not one, but two complaints on several officers for literally years-worth of harassment issues. Both Chief DiPino and the Town of Ocean City disregarded my concerns. Therefore, one of the officers (having been protected twice) struck a third time – he committed a criminal offense against me. I had no say in his sentencing, even being the victim. This officer now has no criminal record, received his retirement pay, and was on paid suspension pending the criminal trial – which was postponed several times. Need I say more?
Officer Campbell deserves great recognition and appreciation for what he has done. Like me, Earl is a person of integrity, of principle. Earl stood up for what he believed; and he believed that working for an exploitative employer was not good enough for himself or his family. Earl stood up for his partner, believing that his retirement didn’t mean his “end of life.” If anything, Earl saved a life – the life of an Officer. I give Earl much respect. He will always be an Officer in my eyes.
Joe, I have been told I need to back off. I am told that are going to subpoena your records, that you, that they already have my phone records.
I am being told I am facing a lot of problems, that if I post any of my documents they are going to aggressively sue me!
I need to have my attorney address my concerns before I post anything publicly. I do have the documents, but I am going to hold on to them for now.
Tarek, By all means speak to your attorney. However, you've broken NO LAWS.
I want each and every one of you to remember two very important things right here and now.
Mayor Barrie Tilghman sued me claiming I defamed her, SHE LOST.
Former Police Chief Webster sued me for the same and demanded I turn over my sources, IP Addresses, phone numbers, HE LOST!
ALL of the local Police know how mu I respect them. However, I will not, (nor ever) be bullied into ever disclosing WHO my sources are and or I will NEVER give permission for them to gain access to IP Addresses. NOW, let me also make something very clear here as well. You threaten someone's life, I WILL turn over that information immediately.
There are NO LAWS being broken that I am aware of. Again, check with your attorney but I have seen bullying in the past and while most run scared of a municipality lawsuit, I do NOT run, I sue them right back and we do NOT lose.
Tarek who cares if they subpoena blog records. That would just prove they're vindictive which is the point that you and 8xxx are trying to make. If you are telling the truth and not breaking any laws what is there to hide from?
To the poster at 10:44, there are over 38 supervisors in the OCPD, I do not think anybody was critical of 38? It was 3 maybe 4, am I incorrect?
i am tired of what cheif dipino has been doing he must resign
i am disgusted with the ocean city officials
the town council must address and correct the problem's they created.
i support Earl Campbell and the FOP for this reason.
Chief DiPino is a WOMAN, not a he.
the police around here are very corrupt, many many corrupt ways of handling crimes, if they cant even take care of a dog how are they going to be beneficial to our justice? good for this guy, standing up for what is right against something that is truly wrong
I worked at OCPD for 4 years and know most of the "Bottom" ranks. I can honestly say that I have never had so many loving and overly protective brothers in my life. I love you guys and will always have your backs...even if its from a fire truck now.
Earl I've respected you from the time I met you, you have always instilled a sense of trust and safety when I was around you. I wish you and your family the best and a Merry Christmas.
Blue team: Good luck, stay strong. See ya on scene.
Melissa H.
Something needs to be done about this department! Chief Dipino needs to resign or just be fired for throwing his deputies in the cold (literally) like that! Council needs to address these issues pdq because as an Ocean City resident, this infuriates.
Much respect to Office Campbell for taking things into his own hands and helping his K9 companion. I see a lot of people are astonished at the $6k you took out of your own pocket for Charlie but I think it's amazing. It really shows what kind of Officer you were and I wish we had a lot more of you good guys!
I have previously been a big supporter of chief Dipino. Unfortunately, with these serious allegations she needs to seriously consider stepping down. A national search should be conducted and a person from outside the department should be appointed the new chief. All current captains and lieutenants who are currently eligible for retirement need to be offered a position as a sergeant or forced to retire. The whole command staff needs to be cleansed because they can not effectively lead under this climate. Sbynews is a legitimate news organization and the citizens are demanding an official response from the police department.
It is disgusting that the officials in Ocean City would let a member of the law enforcement be treated this way. They should correct this immediately.
I support Earl Campbell and his decision to take care of his partner.
i think you have a really good story here. But you should definatly go deeper, the pathetic practice of the ocpd doesnt stop with the local law enforcement it continues all the way to the worcester county court system. Growing up in the area mainly in and just outside of ocean city i've witnessed and been a victem to the bullying, harassment tactics of the department. Since the age of 14 aproximately 15 years now since my first run in with the police for sitting on a bus stop with a black friend in the winter time (when theres no traffic at all), i've been on there radar. Why, because two teenagers couldnt be up to any good at 8 o'clock at night on a bus stop waiting to go home after leaveing the gym. Since then i've been snatched up on the board walk to search my book bag (carrying nothing but shorts and a towel) to everything from being pulled over for not haveing my seatbelt on (when i did) so the ocpd could search my car leaving everything on the sidewalk and bus lane to find nothing. I think the best moment was when i was pulled over for agressive driveing in bumper to bumper downtown traffic by an office who was 3 cars behind me who could see and judge how close i was following the car infront of me. I'm no lawyer but i thought as the citizens of this country we were innocent until proven guilty, allthough this officer could not clearly see me or my front bumper versus the rear bumper of the car infront of me or the distance in between the honorable judge still found me guilty. Why, because you do not need evidence in this county to convict. Why, because the judges in this area back these summer time rental cops and the wanna be special forces hard nose cops to the point the can simply walk into a court room, lie, cheat, and steal to achieve what ever goal they set for. The chief of police is nothing more than a scared little girl who treats her subordenants like dogs, this is a woman who gives away department materials (pencils, paper clips, postets) as christmas gifts. Its petty but rediculous (LOL). When i heard about the gifts I laughed but on a serious note, why is my picture still hanging up in the 65th st. crime analysis room. Dont ask me how i know but a close friend who works there has asked me about it and its embarassing. Apparently what you do when your 15 sticks with you till your 80. If the ocpd did more police work and less partying and profileing they wouldnt be in the spotlight now. On that same note, theres alot of good seasoned officers on the force but i firmly believe the bad outways the good. Its sad enough to see that the majority can no longer work there and make enough to live in the area but to see that the department not only enforces the "laws" that best suit them at the time but work only to protect the wealthy families who live there seasonly. If you want a real story to blog about go sit at a local bar and see how many drunk off duty officers leave to drive thereselves home then check to see how many have dui's. Its unheard of. I get that theres a "bro code" but come on man. I would love to see how many officers have been prosecuted for breaking the same laws they vowed to enforce. Dont dare drive down coastal highway with rims on your car your instant suspect, you'll get pulled over the second your rubber hits the road. Ok maybe i've gone on a bit of a tangent but i'm done for now thanks for reading and as allways, have nice day.
This beloved city, in which three generations of my family have grown up, was founded on corruption. Everyone knows the power of the almighty $. To this day, the options for locals are limited- drink your sorrows away while struggling to live as an honest citizen or make your way the old fashioned Ocean City way. What can you expect from an area that is still racially divided, where the local businesses discriminate based on race and sexual orientation? Progressive developments like wind energy are stunted on the basis of aesthetics, while the zoning laws allow taller buildings to be built along the coast.
Everyone knew about the corruption of the police force as well as that of all the other business in OC.
I love my home. I hope it remains beautiful for years to come, but no one can combat the influence of the dollar.
On the up side- the money supports excellent school systems. They provide an amazing education.. until local citizens are old enough to be dumped into the work force and struggle to make a living working in kitchens and hotels that only operate 4 months out of the year.
Just an important fact I think most people are neglecting to recognize.
The OCPD is a government agency that works directly for the people. So, the OCPD's dirty laundry is the publics dirty laundry, therefore should be public information.
We all have the right to know if there is wrong doing in the ranks, not matter how high.
Also, Officer8000, there are 8.2% of unemployed americans out there who would love ANY job! That doesn't justify abuse of power and misconduct (alleged). If it's not true, then that will present itself once all the "facts" are ALLOWED to come out.
The only people who fear full disclosure are the ones with something to hide. As a citizen of OC for 10 years, i'm someone that truly cares about the town I reside. I'd like to decide for myself whether my HARD EARNED tax money is going to people who PROTECT and SERVE us, the people, or going to people who PROTECT and SERVE themselves and their interests.
There isn't one person in the world that doesn't have a complaint or two about their jobs. However, swearing in to be a police officer means you are 100% bound by the law you are employed to enforce. There shouldn't be ANY grey area, or a big blue wall preventing people to blow their whistles!
Mr. Campbell, the best of health to your daughter and Charlie.
When a K9 police dog is killed by a 'suspect', that person is ultimately charged with murder, that's happened before and the person was convicted. Apparently, the dog is only 'worthy' if they are saving lives and keeping drugs off of the streets. Shame on you OCPD
Shame on you FOP President for minimizing this situation...shame on you.
I support officer Campbell, enough said. O.C. government is corrupt shocker.
Well listen to a sage old man...despite the obvious problems in my little town, the despite the very clear indication that a CHANGE in leadership is needed...it will not happen!
The boss will do what she does best, duck and weave, I didn't know, or I thought it was handled, or it was handled (by a slapped on he wrist). The bottom line ladies and gentlemen is our council will NOT do anything ! Post, call, whatever, it won't motivate any call of action. Why...I have no idea, I've lived here to long, we are on "the other side of the bridge" it is just that way.
It WON'T happen...
Maybe they will do a little cursory "investigation" and then it will go away...I know I've lived it, seen it and Im watching it again.
The best thing that will happen is a tweak here or there, maybe better management, less oppression, more leadership involved and higher quality leadership...for awhile, and then it's "status quo" again. Maybe the "tyrannt" will change his moniker to "leader" that would be a step in the right direction!
Dont xpect much, I wish I had better news, that's just the reality folks. Campbell you did an amazing thing, Mr. Alberto, you have been great too. Campbell you fought the good fight, I'm sure nobody ever thought you'd take it to them like his, you have earned my respect and the respect of anyone reading this blog! You are a class act, I'd be proud to call you my friend!
Our FOP President is not at all minimizing what is going on here. He merely shared the facts of what has REALLY gone on at OCPD versus the smelly propaganda that was left in a flaming paper bag on the doorstep.
I spoke with him this afternoon and he made a fantastic suggestion. These guys aren't whistle blowers, they are crap stirrers. If they had any shred of evidence worth reading, they would have and should have given it to someone with jurisdiction to prosecute the violators. State's Attorney’s Office, County Sheriff and Department of Justice are all recognized outlets for real complaints. Just ask PG County. DOJ ate those guys up for the kinds of stuff alleged on here.
The fact is the complaints in this blog are way exaggerated and truly frivolous. And the guys spewing garbage on here know it. You really want this to be a national story? File a formal, SWORN complaint with a state or fed agency and see what happens. Go head... I dare ya! They’ll guarantee you whistle blower protection. Do you like poker? Cause I’m calling your bluff and going ALL IN! Your pair of deuces aint gonna win this pot friend. Time for you to get up and leave the table.
How many of you "brothers" that are throwing these stones or daggers actually have a clean slate? Never broken a law. Never made or laughed at an inappropriate joke. Never used your position for personal gain. All of you are currently in good standing, right??? No dirt on your records. I have been around some OC officers and have heard some stories. I know a lot too. Tarek should shut his mouth. Not only is he friends with a criminal but he is not on the best of terms with the OCPD. I'm sure it's someone else's fault.
Earl, With your dog being in so much pain why wouldn't you just take him to the vet immediately? The vet knows you. It's not like you were trying to dump some random dog and run off. If its not about the money then why wait. Retired or not I'm sure the vet would have proceeded with helping Charlie.
I am so glad I don't live in OC. If there is an emergency and these guys have to back each other up...SMH!
8XXNiner
Thank you, FOP President, for some sanity. It's really pathetic to see officers turning against each other. This is not the way to air grievances. Grow up, younger generation, and learn what the word character and brotherhood really mean. I am embarrassed for you; and so very tired of this whole circus. I can't wait until your 15 minutes is up.
is this a situation where as a citizen i can place dipino and the rest of her goones under some type of citizen arrest or atleast an immediate impeechment or something, anything. what type of legal action needs to take place to put that lady hitler on the street.
Mr. Anonymous, again hiding behind the keyboard, in the dark of night! Calling bluffs, I dare ya you say. You weak, insecure coward! You make dares as you remain hidden, wow really impressive. Come out little fella, who are you, come out little fella don't be afraid.
You are going all in...ha, what a joke. How are you all in if you are anonymous, you are all in the chicken soup, that's the only thing you are in...duces, this isn't poker and I'm no friend of yours. I believe in courage, I postbwith me name.. identify yourself, step out, dont be so timid, I dont bite, I dont scratch, I won't even say..boo.
Once you do that we can take you seriously, until them crawl back in your hole, get under your blanket, cause cowards don't like the night.
I just exercising my right to free speech as an American, I am allowed to do that...right?
Seriously Tarek? If the info is out there who cares if he posts anonymously. Wouldn't his suggestion solve all of this? Formalize your complaint and let's get someone in here who can right the ship so to speak. Independent investigation of OCPD would be HUGE! I'm sure one of our local atty's would be glad to write up complaint. Has to be better than waitinng on M&C to do something. Drive this thing home dude. Watcha think?
Officer Tarek, you sound like you should just resign. You evidentally are a very miserable human being, and appear to hate your job. I work in O.C. and have the upmost respect for the OCPD and the hardworking officers. You are actually starting to get on everyones nerves. You are always on here posting do you ever work?
These "officers" should all be ashamed of themselves and then fired. You are all cowards and I've lost all respect for each and every one of you. The only thing you'll get from me from now on is the middle finger and a "f*** you." You give a whole new meaning to the word pig and it sure isn't pride,integrity and guts.
D.G.
Damn right I'll just use my initials. I'd hate for these worthless officers to break into my home. I'd rather take my chances with the criminals.
As a former FT employee...believe me, I understand the "personalities" and clicks inside of OCPD. But, truly, if has deteriorated to this degree make a complaint with the evidence/affadavits to DOJ or FBI. Try this to start: https://tips.fbi.gov/
Just an idea from a former cop. Good luck all.
Because you are anonymous I couldn't respond to you by name so I'll just call you "whiney cop".
You idiots don't risk you lives. Who are you trying to fool. You are nothing more than traffic enforcement/meter maids. You idea of a work related injury is a paper cut you get from a ticket. If you make 40-50,000 a year you ought to pay the majority back to the city just for letting you carry a gun.
D.G.
It's so funny that the rudest comments are to the 'bottom'. They're 'whining', 'babies', etc.? They are fighting for a healthy work environment!!!! higher ups threatening and talking about losing jobs. This is obviously from a supervisor who has an interest in this article, mainly because it is about him/her. This department has serious issues in the higher up positions. Our officers risk their lives everyday to make 40-50k a year, get assaulted everyday, work in a hostile environment...but yet I bet if you asked them, they would say they love their job. They just don't love the people who run the department and make their lives hell. Campbell, don't get discouraged. You did what everyone else wished they had the courage to do. Push through, make this department better for your brothers in blue.
This situation isn't right. The city should pay for this surgery since the damaged was caused by the job. I support Earl Campbell and wish him luck.
Guys, let's chill..tonight is the Xmas party at the OX. Let's try and put this aside and enjoy. More importantly lets take care of each other, we don't want another DUI like a few years go. That would be humiliating to us all.
Let's chill guys, please
8xxx
City police departments invest a lot of money training these police dogs and the dogs serve the police departments well during the time that they are in commission. The dogs are employees of the department just like their human counterparts, but they don't draw a pension like humans when they are retired. Usually the dogs are placed in homes as family pets or sometimes retrained as guide dogs. It doesn't seem right that the OCPD in this case abandoned its investment in Charlie. Good for Officer Campbell for taking a stand and keeping Charlie healthy.
Again.... there are a few whiners here with nothing better to do.
The public has no idea what the truth is. You think because it is posted here it is the gospel? Adults know better.
Tarek you have had your problems this year that were entirely your own doing. Now you want to seek some misguided revenge on the department.
All you are doing is hurting the rank and file that must face the public each day. I am sure that comments are being thrown at the rank and file officers already.
The sad part is we are only getting one side of the story. I find it difficult to believe that the OCPD would intentionally not respond to Charlie's well being. It may have been a process to go thru to get the surgery approved, but I am sure that in the meantime the vet could have prescribed pain medicine to help him until it was approved. It sounds like Mr. Campbell was emotional about his dog being in pain which is totally undertstandable, however I think he may have jumped the gun and quit because things weren't happening quickly enough for him. I'm glad that Charlie is feeling better, but it's ashame that Mr. Campbell quit his job over all of this. This has gotten to be way out of hand.
Ok, well now it is attack me, lol. Let's see...
@11:09, I should shut my mouth, I really have said very little. Friends with a criminal, really, who might that be? Why am not on the best terms with OCPD? Please explain,I'd like to know...thanks Niner.
@9:56..I didn't say I work at the PD, do you? I have posted maybe 10 times, there are over 250 comments so far. Always posting, you are incorrect.
@11:25...what problems have I had this year, please explain? Revenge, again, why? Please explain. Do you work there?
Some people are trying to speak with me, they are using Campbell's email to reach me.
I'm at tdagstani@gmail.com
I still can't get past how a guy can put a dog ahead of his sick daughter. Who walks away from a cake job with great benefits that his daughter desparately needs? I feel for the dog and do feel for Mr. Campbell but his priorities are messed up. Integrity has nothing to do with this unless real crimes are discovered within the OCPD as is being implied by some officers here (who seem to have a lot of free time). I've hated jobs before but since I had kids, I sucked it up until I found another job. What Campbell did is what a single twenty-something would do.
KE
Here I sit, reading a post from sombody who is clearly a cop with the OCPD. He calls himself "8xxniner", he should be easy to identify.
I am so disturbed, he actually says...
He says his "brothers" meaning cops do not have a clean slate? What does that mean? He says that they have all "broken a law", WHAT? So a cop admits that he and his brothers don't have a clean slate, and have broken laws...?
And...is the "officer" suggesting that a joke about child sexual abuse is ok, or a cop wearing a priest suit with a cut out of a child performing oral sex on the priest ok? Is he saying that it is ok, and simply inappropriate? That's what it reads, if so this guy needs to be identified and removed, is this what we expect from our officers? I have kids, I think that conduct is intolerable!
Then is says, "who doesn't use their position" for personal gain "! What...really...a cop actually says its ok to use his position for personal gain. I'm ashamed! This needs to be investigated ASAP!
But he continues...he says "he knows some stories" so you know of misconduct and you "don't" have the courage to stand up because you are a "brother" in blue?
Is this the kind of officer we want, it seems to give credibility to the allegations that have been made. Wow, Im just amazed by what I just read!
And finally he says that now there is no trust and the guys aren't going to back each other up, as he says, "SMH". So the department has fallen apart, now there are officers that
dont even trust each other enough to back each other!
And YET WE are supposed to "trust" THEM...really!
If this isnt the time for a change I can't imagine the "right" time! Dipino must resign, now! The is no way to right this ship with her at the helm, if she won't resign the council must act swiftly.
A very concerned citizen!,
Hey Tarek, I did a little homework, your out on sick leave, have an ax to grind, and never plan to go back to work. Thats real credible, continue to suck the system dry, your day will come. Earl on the other hand, well at least he left, head high, and honest.
Is it true that an officer was just in court, charged with 5 charges of illegal access to a computer and 1 charge of theft under $100?
Is it true that this officer was allowed to retire and collect his retirement?
Is it true that two OCPD police officers have had their homes search, search warrants issued and their homes searched?
There is info leaking out of all corners now, is this true?
@12:55
Silly smoke screen. Again, I'm posting using my name, you are not. If you want to make allegations about me, at least use your name, that would make you credible. As anonymous, no so much.
Throwing mud behind a keyboard won't stop the train, or slow it down.
If I was afraid of mud being thrown I would never have posted under my name, other than your FOP president, nobody has had the courage to use there name here, attack my credibly but at least I am out in the open.
Oh my, look at the rudeness and disrespect that is happening now. Wow, I am sad, this hurts it really does.
Are we actually going to say mean things about each other, I thought you officers were above that and supported each other. A line of thin you call it? One policeman says his coworker policeman is out sick and makes a threat and another says he won't back up his policeman partners. This is really bad! First policemen should be behind the one that left because his poor dog was hurt. Then they should want to be much cleaner and not have all these dirty secrets kept inside. If the would rather have the men that are talking shut up I feel concerned that a cover up has happened and now they are mad. I feel sad and I will not look at the police the same now. I wish it was better but I fear that more is out there because there is so much smoke there must be some fire. What can we do as ocean city people how can we help make this better. Please somebody tell us how we can help, I am worried.
This whole story makes me sick. Whether or not these allegations are true (which I believe they are) they deserve to be investigated as there just tooo many saying the exact same story. I have had the privilege of knowing 2 great cops. Bernal and Catrino. Yes many of you may not like either of them and everyone has an opinion but I can say Scott Bernal is one of the FINEST officers there is and Catrino (who some say are milking the unemployment) has a heart of Gold in my book. He was there when I needed him and I could never repay him or his family for what they've done for me. I even met Bret Case, another fine officer/detective. It disgusts me the allegations of these "higher" up officers. Is this who I have to depend on when my life or my children need them?
One final question though: Why has there been no RESPONSE from the OCPD or the City Council and Mayor yet? This isn't a new story now and still no formal response? What does this tell you? DiPino and all the others should be taken out of office IMMEDIATELY until an investigation in done. And all you officers posting without your names. I understand completely. You can't risk your paycheck, jobs are hard to come by. Who's gonna feed your kids and pay your mortgage when you get fired for stepping up? And lastly to FOP President, you listed each accusation saying it was investigated by IA and surprisingly the officers in question were slapped on the wrist and still have their jobs. SOunds like they need a new, impartial IA.
Mr. Campbell, Merry Christmas good luck and peace and good health to you and your family including Charlie!!!!
1:59 Remember, stupid is as stupid does......... stand by Tarek!
2:17 GOOD GOD!, Catrino... you might as well have stopped there. You mean the same officer that was FIRED, sued three times (all thrown out) and set fire to his boat for insurance? Yep, just the one you need to relate this mess to. Both trash!
Thank you trina
8XXniner here in response to Terek and William
Terek,
I can't get into too much regarding the criminal but I've been told you are friends with a former officer that was found guilty of putting a hit out on someone. If this is wrong information then I apologize, but my source usually doesn't get things wrong. Do I know from seeing with my own 2 eyes? No. So maybe I shouldn't have said anything but you're annoying me because you jumped in on this and are acting like an unprofessional fool. I do know there are reasons you are pissed at your superiors and it's of your own doing. I think you believed this could be your loop hole, your out but this isn't the place to seek justice if you have been so wronged. Also, why now? Why piggy back on Campbell's issues? If its been so bad then why did you go with the flow? I think Campbell overreacted and jumped the gun but he did all of this on his own. You and your other 8XXX-ers are just creating unnecessary gossip until documented facts are presented.
I will create another comment for William.
Tarek stood up and stood on the front line, not piggy backed! He wasnt afraid to speak his mind and say whats right! All you guys that question and bash me are the same ones that will complain in 2 months about the same problem! Have some courage and call my number! Its in the directory, you probably got it in your phone!
To William from 8XXniner
You couldn't be more wrong about me and your interpretation of what I said in my comment. I guess you could say I have balls. They are just higher up on my body and supported by a bra. I am not even a cop. Far from it actually. I wrote my previous comment to make a point. I naturally gave birth to 2 beautiful babies. I never said its ok to make jokes about children and abuse. I think the costume in question is disgusting. I would bet that you couldn't find an officer that never made or laughed at an INAPPROPRIATE joke. Racial, sexual, sexist, homophobic, etc. I have seen and/or heard police officers use their position to get free meals, speed, drive drunk, keep their kids from getting in trouble, get out of tickets, get discounts at places of business, and the alleged sexual favor in question. Never said that's ok. It's wrong. I was merely asking these "brothers" if their slate is clean of everything they are accusing others of doing. The stories I have heard from some OC police officers were all past offenses that had been resolved or in the process of being resolved. You can re-read above to get an idea of what the stories were about. One story was about an office with so much hate and rage he put a hit out on someone and was found guilty in the court of law. The badge is NOT above the law. All I am saying is if the department is so corrupt and messed up then all of these 8XXX-ers need to shut their mouths, stop causing chaos in the community, and go to the proper agencies to file complaints with their documentation. If they are willing to call everyone out on here and risk getting exposed then go to someone that can do something about it. I highly doubt the court of law will you this website as hard facts when it comes to finding proof of wrong doings at the OCPD.
I would hope they all still have each others backs in case of an emergency but reading these comments leads me to believe otherwise. That's why I "shake my head" and am ashamed of their actions on here. Acting like a bunch of high schoolers that blame the teacher for getting an F.
I hope the truth comes out. I hope there is justice for those that deserve it. I hope, William, that you read this twice so you are sure not to put words in my mouth.
2:30 OBVIOUSLY you should check resources before you make comments ..he didn't have ANY insurance on the boat when it caught fire so why would he set fire to it? He was actually on his way to sell the boat. Do you know the details on his firing, I do NOT and don't think you do either. And I am not relating this mess to him. I just gave my opinion on a couple of officers that I knew, one being Catrino. I know he's not well liked, but maybe it's jealousy on your part?
This past summer there was an intoxicated off duty OCPD supervisor that pulled down his shorts and underwear in the middle of a public street and exposed all of his genitalia for the public to see. There are 4 witnesses to this incident. One is the victim, an off duty OCPD officer, two are tourists that observed this from a balcony at a downtown hotel, and the other was a newly promoted off duty OCPD sergeant that is friends with this supervisor. The newly promoted sergeant quickly removed this supervisor from the scene.
There are several problems with this incident as you may already be thinking. Was this supervisor charged under the Police Department’s General Orders for conduct unbecoming? NO. Was this supervisor terminated? NO. Was this supervisor criminally charged for indecent exposure under Maryland Criminal Law? NO. Did the newly promoted sergeant report this criminal act? YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS MINE. Has this supervisor arrested people in Ocean City for indecent exposure? YES.
So how is it that this supervisor has arrested people for indecent exposure and they’re incarcerated, but he commits the same crime and skates free? Well I’ll tell you how? He works for OCPD where there are two sets of rules. Rule number 1: If you’re liked by Chief DiPino and the Command Staff you are protected. Rule number 2: If you’re not liked by Chief DiPino and the Command Staff they will retaliate and you’re done!
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Chief DiPino, Captain Colbert, Captain Kirstein, Lt. Kirkpatrick and Lt. Harmon have made it very clear it’s their game and you play by their rules. They only abide by the Department’s General Orders when it benefits THEM to administratively charge an officer they don’t like. The Department’s General Orders don’t apply to them because they make the rules. Some of their rules are bullying, intimidation, retaliation and harassment. For example, when an officer is administratively charged under the Department’s General Orders you are told these are your choices. Take a demotion with suspension (no pay) or take your chances with an administrative trial board and if you’re found guilty you will be terminated. Not a lot of choices.
These officers then go home each day after work stressed for weeks, lose sleep and their families see this and also suffer. These officers return to work feeling worthless, intimidated, fearful of what awaits them each day at work until the bullying is over, they don’t do their job out of fear and over time become zombie like and are only left with a shell of a person. So basically these officers are intimidated and bullied into taking the demotion and no pay suspension out of fear of losing their job. Just like they did to 8258. How would you like to feel this way at your place of employment? This occurs all the time at OCPD and officers are deliberately targeted by the administration in an attempt to get the officer to resign.
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This past summer there was an intoxicated off duty OCPD supervisor that pulled down his shorts and underwear in the middle of a public street and exposed all of his genitalia for the public to see. There are 4 witnesses to this incident. One is the victim, an off duty OCPD officer, two are tourists that observed this from a balcony at a downtown hotel, and the other was a newly promoted off duty OCPD sergeant that is friends with this supervisor. The newly promoted sergeant quickly removed this supervisor from the scene.
There are several problems with this incident as you may already be thinking. Was this supervisor charged under the Police Department’s General Orders for conduct unbecoming? NO. Was this supervisor terminated? NO. Was this supervisor criminally charged for indecent exposure under Maryland Criminal Law? NO. Did the newly promoted sergeant report this criminal act? YOUR GUESS IS AS GOOD AS MINE. Has this supervisor arrested people in Ocean City for indecent exposure? YES.
So how is it that this supervisor has arrested people for indecent exposure and they’re incarcerated, but he commits the same crime and skates free? Well I’ll tell you how? He works for OCPD where there are two sets of rules. Rule number 1: If you’re liked by Chief DiPino and the Command Staff you are protected. Rule number 2: If you’re not liked by Chief DiPino and the Command Staff they will retaliate and you’re done!
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Chief DiPino, Captain Colbert, Captain Kirstein, Lt. Kirkpatrick and Lt. Harmon have made it very clear it’s their game and you play by their rules. They only abide by the Department’s General Orders when it benefits THEM to administratively charge an officer they don’t like. The Department’s General Orders don’t apply to them because they make the rules. Some of their rules are bullying, intimidation, retaliation and harassment. For example, when an officer is administratively charged under the Department’s General Orders you are told these are your choices. Take a demotion with suspension (no pay) or take your chances with an administrative trial board and if you’re found guilty you will be terminated. Not a lot of choices.
These officers then go home each day after work stressed for weeks, lose sleep and their families see this and also suffer. These officers return to work feeling worthless, intimidated, fearful of what awaits them each day at work until the bullying is over, they don’t do their job out of fear and over time become zombie like and are only left with a shell of a person. So basically these officers are intimidated and bullied into taking the demotion and no pay suspension out of fear of losing their job. Just like they did to 8258. How would you like to feel this way at your place of employment? This occurs all the time at OCPD and officers are deliberately targeted by the administration in an attempt to get the officer to resign.
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So I have an idea. Chief DiPino you've always preached during In-Service Training to come up with new ideas. I have a new idea and you will be proud of me. Chief DiPino, Captain Colbert, Captain Kirstein, Lt. Kirkpatrick and Lt. Harmon we are giving you the opportunity to resign immediately. All of you have committed repulsive acts of bullying, intimidation, retaliation and harassment against your subordinate officers. We are going to play by the set of rules that YOU have established and perform on a daily basis. Now you can spent the next several nights wondering what awaits you at work. You can wonder what skeletons of yours in the closet we have waiting to come out to show the public and media. We have been taking notes on all of you for years. Just like the times Lt. Harmon pulled officers into his office and told them they are not allowed to take notes on supervisors. He would tell us it’s a violation of department policy. Remember saying that JR? I do! What Policy Harmon? Show me! That’s because there is no policy and you know it. However you throw that out there to officers to bully and intimidate them. You keep notes on us all the time. So you’re a hypocrite! But I’ve been taking notes JR and a lot of them on all of you.
You administrators have kept the rank and file officers suppressed and silent using fear to intimidate us and telling us we will lose our jobs. NOW WE ARE GOING TO PLAY BY YOUR SET OF RULES! If I were you, I’d seriously be wondering what skeletons await you these next coming days at work. Now you can feel the anxiety and sleepless nights you have caused us. Night night…sweet dreams…that is if you can sleep!
Folks. Is it possible to organize, put together grievances, approach the Mayor/Town Manager and Council, and work within the City that is our home to correct this stuff, instead of blast out details on Joe's blog? We have a great city here, wonderful and fair people. Cherish the city. We are so blessed. I think I speak for a lot of people that love OC, that respect all the Town Employees and especially the OCPD, when I ask you guys to get together and work with the city and address these things properly. There are several vehicles to do so rather than the one that has been chosen. Its a shame and a mistake. Fix this mistake please.
living in ocean city, disgusted, upset, with the Ocean city.
You support Campbell, you support the FOP
The town council must correct this problem, address the situation.
you support Earl Campbell, that the town council needs to address the situation
Chief Dipino must resign or be fired or LT Kirkpatrick must be fired
Bokinsky officially named Chief of Pella, IA...Congrats!!
So I read it xmas party at the OX ! Wonder how many drunk cops will be driving home tonight? Any wagers?
Is it true that TV and radio are running the story? What channel or station? Are we as citizens planning anything, we should?
If you have never had a K9 as a partner then you truly wouldnt know..day in an day out you work with this dog an he becomes a integrated part of your life and when he feels pain you do the same ..you train with this dog you endure precarious situations with this dog and that DOG is willing to defend you an put his life on the line day in an day out you dont see as the general public what we do day in an day out behind the scenes there so much more..i salute you Ofc Campbell i would have done the same if i had to see Titan (my partner) suffer
Some of you guys jumping on the bandwagon just make yourselves look bad. Maybe you shouldn't be commenting at all.
Blue ox in ocean city?
Anon 8:57- completely agree, be glad Alexandria PD is a professionally run organization as all depts should be...
It's not all ocpd officers jumping on the bandwagon here. There's people on here pretending to be ocpd officers just to keep the story going..
What a shame this whole situation is. I think the time and great service the dog and Campbell put in should be rewarded and not tainted like this. I support the FOP and frankly the town council should make a concerted effort to make this right.
I also believe that Chief Dipino should be terminated. Just a shame. I expect better living in Ocean city.
I had no idea this was going on in OC. I knew they had some issues, but not to this extent. Wow. I am just flabbergasted. Some of these officers are making a horrible name for the other moral officers who are truly committed to serving the public. What is happening to our society?! What ever happened to self control, self restraint, and personal responsibility? Have these gone by the wayside to make way for chaos? Do we need to re-learn why our society has laws? Ridiculous. Inexcusable.
Seems they need some morale boosters in O.C. Police department after this story...
Don't believe everything you have read on the website Delmarvanow.com good people, we locals can't rely on them for 100% truth. They consistantly slant articles, either because they do it on purpose or their staff is just totally inept.
This blog beats that local MSM outlet by delivering news days ahead of the newspaper and TV stations.
good to know dispatch openly violates SOP's...
Actual words from the judge in the case...long read, here are main points..not good!
http://caselaw.findlaw.com/md-court-of-special-appeals/1211941.html
Even if DiPino reasonably believed that appellant knew she was engaged in the performance of duty, we remain convinced that DiPino lacked probable cause to secure appellant's arrest. This is because appellant's act of speaking out, under the circumstances attendant here, did not constitute an act of hindering.
The court found the evidence of hindering insufficient. It reasoned that, from across the street, the defendant could not have heard the woman agree to engage in an act of prostitution, and thus could not have known that a crime was being committed or that the officer would be making an arrest. Further, as the officer was able to effect the arrest, the defendant could not have hindered him
Davis did not make a false statement. Nor did he incite lawless action. To be sure, this case did not involve national security that was jeopardized by a former governmental employee who had knowledge of sensitive security information.
Moreover, the evidence did not show that anyone besides King and the officers actually heard appellant's comment. Indeed, the police officers merely speculated that people across the street may have heard Davis's remarks; DiPino claimed that she saw “dirty looks” from others on the Street, but conceded that her two targets had already left the area, and things in the area were beginning to “wind down.” Additionally, no evidence was presented to show that appellant actually placed the officers in any danger. To the contrary, almost two months passed, uneventfully, between the time of the occurrence and appellant's arrest. During that period, there was no suggestion of harm or threats of harm to DiPino that would have justified her continued belief that Davis put her in “extreme danger.” While DiPino may have been exposed to a greater risk of danger than she would have been absent appellant's remarks, this does not amount to the “clear and present danger of imminent lawless action” that words must cause in order for one's First Amendment rights to succumb to valid state action.
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HOLLANDER, Judge.
Wow the info from the judge is on FB. And links an article on twitter...CNN next? It is all over...
Am I reading this right...did the judge say she lied...omg. This is so disappointing...now what is next, town council you have to act!
Hmmm, suppression of evidence, manufacturing cause or evidence, coercion,sexual harassment, bullying, promoting false alerts of K9's, malicious intimidation, vindictiveness, retaliation, sex crimes against abuse victims, drunk driving, disorderly conduct, public indecent exposure, arrest competitions. The list goes on.
These are some very mentally SICK and disturbed law enforcement officers and it sounds from their own testimony it is of epidemic proportions within this policing agency. Completely IMMORAL! The town council should fire the lot and begin anew. Do they really give them qualified immunity and let them carry guns? Thank you Charlie!(and Mr. Campbell) You have contributed more than you will ever know exposing the truth about police departments across America.
Guess all the big, bad pigs that were posting here yesterday have gone back to what they are being paid to do.....give traffic tickets.
I can imagine you sitting in roll call this morning being told to shut up because you are making yourselves and department look like fools. Hopefully, a couple of them had their asses handed to them along with a pink slip. helpontheway
I hate to break it to you all, but the Town of Ocean City (re: Mayor and City Council) has such deepened issues on their own that no action will take place. I’ve tried to present them with OCPD concerns, but they swept them under the rug.
@5:44, etc…You are correct! They are bullies, indeed! They retaliate, they punish, and they beat you down. I hear a lot of mention of JR Harmon. Sadly, these problems stem from supervisors past. I wish the public knew my story. I wish you all could see the documentation I have from the years I spent behind those walls. I lost my sense of self from the time I worked there. The Chief (and those she uses to do her “dirty work”) bullied me. I was made out to be a fool: I was beat and punished and retaliated against. And the more I fought to push my way out of the black hole, I was beat down even further – to the point of total mental depletion. But I am not alone. There are many officers in that department who suffer from this abuse. There is no morale in OCPD – there hasn’t been for years. You will not find a silver badge in that department who is in disagreement; you just won’t get them to admit it because, like a typical victim of abuse, they don’t want to get beat again.
Now, bear in mind not ALL OCPD officers live in the shadows of the damned. Everyone makes mistakes. But when one officer gets unpaid suspension for a criminal offense proven to have false accusations, and another gets a simple “desk duty” for punching a “brother” at a bar, causing the officer to fall and split his head open, there is a problem. There is serious favoritism in OCPD. If you have EVER done DiPino wrong – expect a grudge! It’s like Pavlov’s dogs: Some officers have been trained by DiPino to know that whatever wrongs they may commit, she will “make them right.”
ummmmmm, seems simple to me, get along with the Chief! Law enforcement is paramilitary (sp) and in as much, demands respect of the top. Dont like it, work somewhere else. btw, the average crybaby makes $72,164 NOT INLCUDING BENEFITS.
Dont like it, work somewhere else. btw, the average crybaby makes $72,164 NOT INLCUDING BENEFITS.
December 15, 2011 12:44 PM
So, are you saying it is okay to be abused if you are paid? Newsflash, no amount of money justifies being abused. The mentality that you have displayed is part of that problem.
This type of stuff happens everyday in all towns across the country. Maybe not to this extent but the value of credible law enforcemnt has drasticaly changed. The brothers in blue will never turn on each other, unless there is a wedge that is driven between them such as this case. I am willing to bet there are plenty of the same underlying stories in multiple PD organizations all over the Eastern Shore. Upper management concealing wrong doing, lol only happening in probably 95% of companies and organizations today. But when it happens to be thos ewho you rely on for safety and protection and to enforce the law then you have a major issue.
I can't believe that the officers of the OCPD are so mentally fragile. What a bunch of cowards. If you don;t like your job leave. File a formal complaint with the state. Do something other than come here and embarrass yourselves. You aren't crybabies, you're a bunch of whiny bitches.
helpontheway
This information is very disturbing, the judge has said that that an arrest was made because she was annoyed! This guy lost his freedom, was put in jail because he annoyed her, the judges words. The judge was that Dipino was arbitrary in pursuing Davis, he calls her actions, repugnant said the arrest was made on the basis of her personal bias. Furthermore the judge says that Davis was arrested in violation of his right to free speech and expression. Last he says that no reasonable officer would believe that the information that she wrote in het charging papers was sufficient to establish probable cause!
What happens when she gets annoyed a an officer, I think we have all found out by reading the comments. Tell the truth...apparently the judge didn't think so. I really don't know what else to say, as a previous supporter I to now agree that we have to make a change.
Mentally fragile is not how I'd classify it. I say we have a pattern of abuse and there should be an independent investigation. After reading the judge comments I don't see how she is credible! I respectfully disagree with you.
Mr. Campbell,
The original issue you brought to the table was the delay in attaining care for your partner, Charlie. I don't know how all this other *stuff* came into play, but it is sad that it distracts readers from the original complaint - to change the procedures regarding four-legged OFFICERS that are an integral part of almost every police force in this nation. Charlie put his life on the line every time he put paws to street. He served well as a protector to the public and as a partner to you. The delay in care is inexcusable - and I don't care whose fault it is. There are medical plans created specifically for animals - these should be in place for every K9 and authorizable by the handler. These giving animals should be considered an officer complete with pay that is put into an estate for after the dog retires. Any other arrangement is, quite frankly, b**sh**. Keep your head high, Earl, there are many of us who have your back, and Charlie's too.
ShMiRa
I work for a large group of very impatient, rude, and at times abusive individuals. It's the nature of my business. If I complained and whined every time someone raised their voice at me or gave me a hard time, I wouldn't be employed long. Fact is, if you are so fragile that you can't handle it, LEAVE! Don't piss and moan on a public forum under anonymity.
The best thing to do, the way to show concern is to call the council, the only way is for us to tell them of our displeasure. Comments are great, but calls and voicing our concern about this situation. Call the council, 410-289-8221 is the main number.
Call and don't stop, they need to know we do not support this from our police and the leadership. Demand a change now!
The website list numbers for some council members, since its public info I have included the numbers they list on the town website for contact information.
Brent Ashley
443-614-1376
Doug Cymek
443-235-1504
Mary Knight
443-235-0326
Marget Pillas
443-235-4403
Wow the truth sure upsets some people. It is what it is...the truth may be painful but it's real. Sorry it hurts you, I'm glad it's out. Hiding unethical behavior is as bad as conducting yourself unethically to begin with.
Change is needed in OC
It sounds like the COPD has very simular problems as WCDC . The K-9 is an officer too.It deserves the same level of care as any other officer. In most cases the K=9 deserves more due to the fact that it has no benefits. High level command staff always get by with wrong doing when they are backed by the Dept Head. The Head is always up held in wrong to keep it from getting to the public. That is the only fear the head and County Officials have . They want all their problems and down falls stay in house. See ,the longer problems stay in house the more it smells like a out house. Alot of what I have read I can directly relate to becuase its everywhere you have ranks and those that feel they are untouchable. For those that are on the right side of right stick together. There is power in numbers and even more if you have proof and the truth. Do not test a lie for anyone.I support right.GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Thank you shmira
I still think its funny that these accusations are coming out now and NOONE prior to this ever contacted an attorney or a member of the press to rat out their supervisors. Sounds like a lot of cowards throwing shit on the wall to see what sticks.
It seems that they have been brought out before, I guess it got bad enough this was next step. It's a lot to read but if you go to the original 50 comments I think someone, maybe more than one says it was brought out before
@anon 2:40 what do you think the press would have done? Nothing! this story has been out there for a week. Daily times didn't publish the story until today and I'm assuming OC Today and the MD Coast Dispatch will cover the story tomorrow. So this was the officers only avenue to get their stories out!
What is really sad is that the FOP has not said a word about the original concept of this article. What is their felings of how this was handled? Correct me if I am wrong but arent they a outside union that makes sure employees are treated fairly? I know Oficer Campbell has said he isnt entitled to the unions benefits because he is no longer a member but why have they not spoken up and given their opinion. What is theopinion of the FOP. I read each article and every comment on all 5 posts today and my suggestion is someone could write a movie about this! Its very interesting.
I work for a large group of very impatient, rude, and at times abusive individuals. It's the nature of my business. If I complained and whined every time someone raised their voice at me or gave me a hard time, I wouldn't be employed long. Fact is, if you are so fragile that you can't handle it, LEAVE! Don't piss and moan on a public forum under anonymity.
December 15, 2011 2:14 PM
Just because you allow people to walk over you does not mean everyone has to. And if you don't like what people have to say, stop whining and stop reading it. You may be stuck in your job and not have the gumption or skills to change anything but some people stand up for themselves and what is right.
Tell me something, what is that word that describes your comment about people being anonymous yet you do the same? Hypocrite?
Def called u on that one. Ha..anon calls out others for being anon and gets called on it. U lose...ha
Now u say stop whinning u understand its more that mean...u have sex jokes about kids, sex on duty which means getting paid while having affairs, u have reports getting fixed, u have guys using the calls they get as cops to meets girls, I mean picking up a vulnerable woman who has called for help on a domestic violence call is wrong. Dressing up as a priest and having a kid attached to you acting like he is giving u oral sex is wrong. U hav a person charged w misconduct but leaves in good standing, u have abuse to a dog, bullying, u have cops afraid to use their names, and u a judge letter calling out the arrest of a person. Repugnant is what he called it, again wrong. So we are not talking about a mean situation this is corruption and unethical behavior. U r wrong on all counts
Those who are saying that the OCPD are being "whinny bitches" I ask you, ho welse is this message supposed to get out? SHould they take it to their Chief? Total idiots we have living on this Eastern Shore. "If you don't lik eyour job then quit", if this is the best statement you have to offer into the equation then by all means please do us all a favor and save the wasted time it takes me or any one else really concerned with not just the well being of OCPD but those who it protects as well. If this is your most productive statement then SHUT UP.
Tarek I hope you get AIDS. Albero and Campbell too.
I don't have the time to read through every single comment (there's too much he said she said) so forgive me if this was already addressed.
Can someone please tell me why the dog had to suffer? Shouldn't the handler have taken the dog to the vet as soon as he felt the dog was in too much pain? Dog owner or not if Campbell was willing to pay the money and had already asked for the retirement then why did he feel the need to wait? Would he have gotten fired for helping his k-9 partner? Also, what are the procedures for retiring a K-9? How long is the normal process start to finish?
Trying to get some details and avoid the riffraff that has nothing to do with the initial story so I can better understand this situation.
MCA
Wow that was a rude classes comment. So this is how you have a decent argument. This makes me shake with sadness I can't imagine how empty you must be.
@414 = def a coward
Very weak very knarly not cool
Would love to know if this came a cop or employee at PD, would make the case that they are losers which I already knew. I bet it did!
Aids, really, that's low man. Real low, I call you an idiot and a fool. Go back into your cave.
shame on you, what a horrible thing to say to anybody, horrible, horrible human being!
As someone who's been friends with several LEO's in Worcester County over the years, I'm not at all surprised to hear even more sordid tales of rampant police corruption.
However, I am glad to see that there are more 'good cops' than I previously believed. It sounds to me like there are quite a few police officers who really want to make a difference in our town and do it the right way.
To those officers, I commend you. Godspeed in your endeavor to root out the cause for level of crookedness that currently plagues the OCPD. Please do not be deterred by threats of reprisals from those who's misdeeds would be brought to light by a full investigation of the department.
Anonymous 4:07: Before you type drag yourself out of mommy's basement and learn to write a proper English sentence. As far as Anon 3:53, I love my job and make six figures doing it. I have a family and would never walk away from it under the same circumstances as Mr. Campbell. I just question why instead of going to the real media he went to a blogger? If things are so bad in the OCPD why didn't they go to the media or the state? Why because their story has no legs. It's simply poor police officers unwilling to man up and do their job.
You idiots in OC get exactly what you deserve. You've continued to allow the good ole boy network to exist for years by continually voting them into office.
As far as the piece of shit that wishes someone suffer from AIDS; I've had friends die from that disease and if you wish it on someone you are truly a petty person who, I pray, isn't wearing a badge.
I also apologize, my name is Dan Hester and I live on Philadelphia Avenue. Any of you "men" want to come over to discuss it, I'm in the book. I do kinda doubt that any of you have the balls to do anything except piss an moan like bitches.
Papers in OC the local rags support campbell. We need citizen review board and dept of justice review of our PD. point blank it's time
so whats happening now? Has anyone been fired or suspended? How long does it take for an investigation to start? Did campbell get any reinbersment for any money he may have spent? Did Dipino make any good statement about lieing to convict someone? Does Dipino still have a job? Do her henchmen still have a job? Whos doing what to change the current situation? Oh, and last, what do you have to do to be on the review board? I want that job.
After reading the Dipino vs. case it's apparent she isn't able to separate her personal feelings from being a professional.
Therefore, she's probably never been a professional in her career. Took some classes slept with the right peolpe and
convinced a weak councel to make her chief. All the classes and education in the world don't mean anything if you don't
have the ability to be professional. She should be removed immediately and Kirkpatrick should be demoted, put on probation
and re-assigned. He can only be held resposible for whatever the chief allowed him to get away with.
937
Well said the case against her was all it took for me.
OCPD
And I support Campbell and Charlie! I'm not alone you have courage Earl, thank you.
7:11/Dan Hester No one cares that you make six figures, it adds nothing to your argument. As a matter of fact the minute you questioned why he didn't go to the "real media" you lost all credibility. Many people know that the "real media" doesn't always speak the truth. They shovel one sided crap to us and hope we are dumb enough to believe what they tell us. I am glad that you found this blog, maybe you can learn something.
Anon 9:37
You are a pig! If the chief were male would HE have had to sleep with someone to get to the top?
Time for a town hall meeting people, let's do this old school and face to face, that's how this country was built. There's no room for bullying, corruption and favoritism going into the new year. Town Hall Meeting, everyone's invited or expected is a better word. Albero moderates, DiPino are you in?
As the wife of a K-9 handler, I believe Earl should have handled this differently. We love our dogs! They are our family. Being a responsible pet owner is not only taking care of your pet but knowing what's best for them and knowing when to let go. We've been through this situation twice and it's never easy but our K-9 deserve to not live in pain. I'm curious as to why there wasn't any pain management options from the vet during the waiting period? I have never heard of a K-9 officer having to show proof of ownership to their regular vet for treatment.
As a previous member of OCPD and a higher ranking officer, this whole situation is not unexpected but is deserved by the Ocean City government. Those in power ( Mayor and City Council) were warned about Dipino's appointment as chief prior to the final decision. Since his name hasn't been mentioned, then Mayor Jim Mathias was partially responsible for this farce.
At the time of her appointment, she was EXTREMELY FAMILIAR with the City Council MEN. Her appointment was also made so that the higher paid, more experienced officers would resign, thus saving the city money in the way of salary and benefits in the police department. The government should now add up the amount of money Dipino has cost the city in litigation costs, lawsuits and payouts. I'm sure the city would have saved money by not making her chief.
This axe (Dipino) has sliced off much needed experience throughout the department and especially in the command staff. The knowledge and experience lost with the loss of so many previous officers has come at a high price paid by citizens and visitors to Ocean City.
Charlie was on a pain med called Rimadyl and acepromazine.
Mr. Hester... VERY well said.
I have spoken with Earl on several occasions and have assured him that I am actively seeking a resolution to his issue. We have been friends for many years and he knows I will do whatever I can to help him through this.
Earl aside, the three ring circus that has taken over this blog is absurd. As you so poignantly stated, the assertions being made about our officers are meritless. Think about it, I’m the union president for goodness sake. Common sense should be all the validation you need to dispute what’s being professed here. This is nothing more than an attack by, dare I say, extremely problematic former employees (roughly 3 or 4) whose egos were too big to allow them to function in a paramilitary organization. You see, they were never disciplined, they were “picked on”. Do we have issues with favoritism and special treatment? We sure do. But it’s no more pronounced than in any other workplace in any other industry. More succinctly, our adult employees grow thick skin and learn how to work within the boundaries of their chosen profession. So GET OVER IT!
As for alleged misdeeds by our officers, I’ll comment simply that our officers and their families are normal, average, every- day people. True, like the rest of society, our officers are not always politically correct, some view speed limit signs more as a suggestion than a statute, and some apparently wear Halloween costumes that are morally inept. There you have it. I admit that ours is not a perfect world or profession. But that doesn’t mean the embellished and twisted tales expressed on this blog are even remotely accurate.
As for Tarek’s “smoking gun” evidence, I know he means well and I consider him a friend, but the information in his possession is nothing more than personal observation. It’s not evidence, its opinionated dialogue and nothing more. Nonetheless, I’ve also agreed to help him bring his slate of issues to light. Even the one’s from the documents he repeatedly threatens to release publicly, which, by the way, were already investigated some 4 years ago. I hope Tarek knows I mean him no harm or disrespect by saying that. But it’s time to recognize that our agency is not a corrupt syndicate, it’s just an outrageously dysfunctional family. Too many personalities and not enough square footage in the Public Safety Building I guess.
In order to quell this mess, I’ll be contacting the Department of Justice on Monday to request an investigation. I am beyond certain the investigation will disprove the malicious banter which has infested this blog. For those of you who were gleefully looking forward to watching the OCPD crumble under the immensity of its own in-fighting, I apologize for ruining your holidays. In the meantime, I’ll give the rabble-rousers the rest of the weekend to finish their closing arguments before the court of public opinion. How ironic… The union is protecting the employer. Now that’s a story.
Mr. Hester, thanks again for your comments. Your dose of common sense was much appreciated. I, for one, may take you up your invitation to visit.
Glen “Mac” McIntyre
President, Ocean City FOP
well Mac, I sure hope your argument holds up for me in court this month, "your honor, just like the president of the fop and the officer that ticketed me, I viewed that speed sign as a suggestion, if it's good enough for them..."
Good luck Ocean City, I don't live anywhere close but in this part of the country it's illegal to have an armed and "dysfunctional family" operating as a "paramilitary organization", just sayin...
You can bet your bottom dollar and court costs that the argument won't hold water. But that's my point. It doesn't hold water for our officers either. Get a ticket and you'll be tried by the courts AND disciplined by the agency. And I never said it condoned. I merely pointed out that as with every profession, some employees will walk that fine line between right and wrong. Believe me, we've had a few and they've always found their way to the unemployment lines. We can debate this all day long. I'm not speaking out of school or telling the general public anything they didn't already know or believe. But what I do know is that we absolutely hold our officers to a high standard and they are disciplined when and if they are found to have acted inappropriately. PERIOD!
I also have to apologize to Earl. He brought a post to my attention that I had not seen wherein Mr. Hester made some rather obnoxious and rude comments about Earl. My acknowledgement of Mr. Hester had nothing to do with his attack on Earl. I was simply agreeing with a comment in one of Mr. Hester's later posts which suggested that the circus which has overtaken Earl and Charlies plight should be moved to a proper venue and this blog is no it.
Truthfully, it's irrelevant whether you agree or disagree with Earl's decision. I know exactly what Charlie means to Earl and his family and I am extremely empathetic to why he made the choice he did. Someone asked curiously what the FOP's position was regarding Charlies treatment. Whether Earl is still a member of the agency or not, Earl is absolutely a member of our FOP family and we will do everything we can to make sure all of his concerns are addressed.
Sorry Earl...
Mac, I appreciate your apology but its not neccessary. I understand that emotions have gotten to the best of all of us. Trust me, I have taken it square on the chin for standing up for my dog and trying to make it a better place for the current handlers and employees of the OCPD.
When this started, I never in my wildest dreams thought this would turn from a animal unneccessarily suffering to bashing the dept and exposing dirty laundry. I have stated numerous times in every interview I have had that I never meant for this to turn away from the focal point of Charlie.
I respect you Mac, appreciate your friendship and love you like a brother! Thank you for your support and attempting to make things right.
Stay safe
Pinfield!
Mr. President
Can you please answer some questions, just yes or no?
Is its true, the allegations that have been made are they true, let's be completely true and honest and avoid name calling.
1. Is there an officer, any officer that has hooked up with a victim of a domestic call? If not a domestic call, has any officer used his position to meet females in any, shape form or fashion. Has this occurred?
2. Did an officer make a joke about about a child being the victim of sexual abuse! Did this happen yes or no? If yes, do you support this, yes or no?
3. Did an officer make an report better, did he fix it or not? Did it happen or not?
Let's stop here for a quick minute...if the answer to any of these questions is yes, can you explain how they are still employed? I think you made a statement earlier that says the officers were investigated and punished, the word you used I believe was "sustained". My question is does sustained mean found to be true and if found to be true how can any punishment other than termination be
Now let's continue.
Has any officer an officer had affairs on duty, that means at affairs while being paid by the tax payer. I'm not judging the action, my question is, while on duty do you have any officers that are still working that have had affairs on duty? If yes, we're they married, if yes, we're they charged with the crime of adultery? I know it is petty, kinda like an open container arrest, but it is a law on the books and as a cop you are sworn to uphold laws? Do you have officers working now that should have been charged with a crime but were not?
Do you have an officer that wore a priet outfit with a child attached, the child attached at the waist with an open mouth giving the Catholic Priest a blow job? Did this happen, were others cops present when this happened, and are there any pictures of this even? Do you support this kind of behavior by the officer in costume or those officers at the party?
Do you have an officer that left his post on a regular basis to visit his friend, girlfriend, whatever, does not really matter. Did he leave his post, was it brought to anybody's attention and what action was taken? Was he paid to leave his post, did he have permission? Did anybody know of this activity, what did they do about it?
Is it true that an officer has bullied a female to the point of tears because he claimed she ate to much? Was this brought anyone's attention, if yes what was done about it?
You say the OCPD has has issues with favoritism and special treatment. Please explain, is this ethical, if it is known how has the command staff addressed it, how has the FOP addressed it? If it is known and yet not being addressed maybe there is no need for the FOP, would this assertion be incorrect? Are you suggesting the citizens eliminate collective bargaining, it seems you are already well paid and now you the President of the FOP seem to be suggesting that these actions are ok, I find that very disturbing.
lLike the previous poster said, did you really say that you know of and that it is ok for officers to ticket violators and yet break the very rules they are enforcing? Did you say that officers view speed limits signs as "suggestions" and ignore them because of the badge? Again, as FOP president I expect more, and I would like to ask you sir, how many pedestrians accidents or fatalities have been caused by drivers speeding? I did not know cops had such entitlements, I thought laws applied to us all, even laws governing speeding?
Morally inept, you use those words to describe the actions of your officers, or at least the one wearing and those participating in this party. I am not pleased to hear that the OCPD has morally inept officers? In fact, that is a very damning statement, and I take great umbrage knowing we have morally inept officers working in the town!
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Morally inept, you use those words to describe the actions of your officers, or at least the one wearing and those participating in this party. I am not pleased to hear that the OCPD has morally inept officers? In fact, that is a very damning statement, and I take great umbrage knowing we have morally inept officers working in the town!
Have any OCPD been untruthful about evidence, either in locating it, or having destroyed it? Has this ever happened to your knowledge? Has any member of your command staff been informed that evidence has been mishandled, either in reports or physically, if yes what was the response?
Do you have any any member of your department that has taken credit for an action he did not do, taken action for a heroic action that he should not have taken credit for? Did this happen, was there a family involved, was there a child or kid involved? Yes or no, did this happen?
Do you have an environment that is hostile and promotes intimidation? Has there ever been a report made and have there been any changes since the report? You say there IS favoritism and special treatment? Could this be considered bullying and harrassment, does that mean officers are punished differently if they are not favored and those that are favored get a pass?
Has there been an effort to target African Americans, is there an email requesting all hands on deck for a hip hop party? Does the OCPD do this for all events or just events that bring in a large group of blacks? Who sent this email was it a command staff member, or was it rank and file? Was an offer made for a special day off to watch football if you worked the hip hop event? Was this event at a hotel, did the hotel make a special request or was this a decision made by police leadership?
Are there scorecards in the police station, score cards that list stats and are in effect a quota system, encouraging arrests and high numbers over quality? Are there pictures of these scorsheets? Who developed this idea, leadership, or rank and file? Do these scorecards highlight the "stat leaders" , it seems this encourages an officer to lower discretion and chase a magical number so they can be at the top of the board, do you support this?
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Do you have a lieutenant that calls himself a tyrant, are thee email with him referring to himself proudly by this moniker? Would this NOT be considered a form of intimidation? Do you support this? We're this emails copied to his supervisors, what I am asking is if his supervisors knew of this tyrant moniker and if they did, why did they not stop this form of harrassment and intimidation?
Did this same Lieutenant ever hold the assigned of days off hostage, if yes did ANYBODY make his supervisors aware of the situation? Again, is this not intimidation and harrassment?
Do you believe that some of the negative comments or personal attacks on here are cops posting as anonymous? Have they been directed to do this, does command staff support this if it happening? Are personal attacks and insults being made by cops, are any of the threats being made by cops?
Do you support LT Kirkpatrick? Do officers in Ocean City support this LT, do you all believe he is truthful and honest, does not play favorites and does not give some people special treatment? Is this your position? Do you disagree with Campbell's assertions that this LT has been less than forth coming? Do you believe he delayed getting an answer to Campbell and was dishonest when he used the council as cover? It is clear he never spoke to the council, or is Mr. Hall lying? Who does the FOP support LT Kirkpatrick or Campbell? You supported this D Hester, now respond to this very simple question?
Do you believe that Chief Dipino has an open door policy, can officers go to her and speak to her on issues? This is true, the FOP as a whole supports her on this point? Are there any emails that exist that are critical of the chief and the way she handles those that are not favorites? If yes will you share them? If you do go to her will she listen, is it true that most officers feel she is great at talk and poor with action? That only the special few can get favorite treatment, you say yourself OCPD has issues with favoritism and special treatment, she she part of this problem?
Were you bothered by a judge that used the term repugnant? Read his statement, does that concern you? You you believe the Chief is truthful?
Do you believe Charlie was handled properly? Do you think that LT. Kirkpatrick handled it properly and professionally? Or do you think he made it harder on Campbell being of a personal vendetta? Do you believ the LT was honest throughout the entire Charlie ordeal and do you think he has been TOTALLY honest since?
You took the time to respond to D Hester, I hope I get the same couresty! These are Important questions that need an answer!
Wow, I'm beetling Anonymous for now, is a cop...
They always say when cops ask questions they already have the answers, read his questions...
I wish he would come out...wow.
Wow, I'm beetling Anonymous for now, is a cop...
They always say when cops ask questions they already have the answers, read his questions...
I wish he would come out...wow.
How can these questions be ignored, we need answers right now!
DOJ should get involved, also EEOC, NAACP, DOL, and plenty of labor lawyers!
James... There is no doubt that "Anonymous for now" is an officer. Obviously with an axe to grind, and that's fine. Wanna know what's most compelling about his continued blogging? If the things he cites had any validity, why didn't he himself have the moral fortitude to report them to someone? Anyone? Especially outside of the OCPD. Just for kicks and giggles, how about the Maryland Attorney General's Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, or the Department of Justice?
It's because the only place he's found where he can sell his lackluster facts is in the court of public opinion. Thus my willingness to contact the DOJ. If that's what it takes to satisfy the people in our community that this is all a farce, so be it. We all know nothing will ever come from perpetuating this blog. Again, Earls issue aside, when the facts are laid on the table, it'll become exceedingly clear who was behind this. I’ll address “Anonymous for now” in my next post.
I like Anonymous 10:51s suggestion which was:
"Time for a town hall meeting people, let's do this old school and face to face, that's how this country was built. There's no room for bullying, corruption and favoritism going into the new year. Town Hall Meeting, everyone's invited or expected is a better word. Albero moderates, DiPino are you in?"
Let's get all these illegal matters that have been taking place and still are to this day all out in the open for everyone discuss in a professional adult manner and invite everyone. I do not think mayor meehan or former mayor mathias would like the dirt to be swept out of the rug instead of under it and I am sure everyone reading this knows why.
Not to mix apple and oranges here but i just read the mayors story from last weeks dispatch. In it he was asked how he was handling the double duty of Mayor/City manager. He actually references conducting his realestate business while at city hall, presumably on a town computer.Is it me or does this just sound un-ethical. Our tax dollars being used by him for personal gain. How can he hold any department responsible for their actions when he's appearing to
cheat the citizens himself. Leaders lead by example. It starts at the top. Once again don't mean to be off subject but I don't see any personnel changes coming in the police dept. Don't forget to vote.
"Just for kicks and giggles" FOP!? This is a serious matter and is no joking matter to most of us. While you unbelievably deem it humorous we find this situation to be appalling.
Will you address the questions? I would like to know he answers?
Thx
To anon 3:09-There are millions of leaders but that does not mean they are competent. Some are dictators though who lead their people to doom and demise.
Furthermore, don't forget to vote for who? The sole person I see running on the ballot for the past elections is who? You guessed it-our town's mighty leader-the Honorable Mayor Meehan.
Anonymous for now (8xxx, 82xx, et al)... I won't call you by name. You know me well enough to understand that I would never publicly embarrass a friend. I'm sure you'll deny knowing me, but that's alright. I get it. I can see from the 3 page dissertation which you've posted numerous times that this discussion has reached a very manic and unhealthy level. You know I wish you and your family only the best. Last blog for me... I've made my points. Call you later.
Mac, my FOP brother. I agree that the 8xxx needs to quit with some of his outlandish allegations. 90% of us in the PD have no ideal what he is talking about. 8xxx if you have the goods there must be some investigative reporter who will look into this….Geraldo, Bill O’ Reilly, Drudge. We know that we can’t count on the OC Today or the Dispatch. But Mac as outlandish as some of 8xxx allegations are, the point is that this officer is crying out for help as is many other officers. Instead of you throwing your hands in the air and saying you’re going to contact the DOJ stand up for us brother!
You are partially responsible for this debacle. We hear you daily in the locker room complaining about her for the past 9 years. Yeah I said it! We have been hoping that you would stand up to her for us because you are an elder, respected officer in the department. Those of us with no voice can’t do it. We can’t stand the politics in this department. You have to kiss her feet to get promoted or get a good special unit assignment. It was sad what she put the recent promoted Lieutenants through just to get promoted. But they sold their souls and did what they had to do to get promoted. Every time one of them speaks I still smell the scent of her feet coming off their breath.
8xxx said that there is bullying and intimidation in the department and you know this to be true. This goes on a daily basis. Look at 8258, 8244, 8147, 8164. Take 8142 for example. He is an older officer with physical limitations. He wants to be working the front desk. They force him to work road patrol putting himself and other officers at risk. They want to force him to retire. 8244, what a dog and pony show that was putting him in the lobby like he was the Wal Mart entrance greeter. In your 20 years as an officer have you ever seen anyone else assigned this Wal Mart duty? 8164, she messed up and got her punishment. But now they continue to bully her by making her an FTO and giving her other undesirable assignments. These people are a shell of their former selves. Enough is enough!
Why are you standing up for this administration? Some of these people have been staff members for 15, 20 years are more. They love their jobs, they love bullying on the rank and file. Many of them can retire but won’t because where else can they go to be a big bully and make the income they make. Preventing younger officers from getting promotional opportunities just causes more resentfulness throughout the lower ranks.
Instead of making excuses that we’re just a bunch of rabble rousers help us brother!
congrats 8263 on completing Howard County's Lateral Academy and being sworn-in today...stay safe out there!
Practice what you (normally) preach, and quit doing damage control Mac. Stand up for your brothers.
FOP Prez i know have knowen u for many year delt with u at the "surf rider - stoway away - george even hung out with u many of time, heres my question are u still the same man u was back then? u would stand up to them when u were right wouldnt u? to me it seams u let this go on for a long time and now u r saying it being delt with in the dept..... yeah i was a oc local from 89 till 96 heres a nother lil hint to who i am haieaway bar closeing 2am last year the hotel was open fight out side u and a female partner on bikes fight in the parking lot u got all but one a gp i chased the other to anthonys where your back up got them earl i think u did the right thing charlie shouldnt suffer like that and nomatter what u will always be able to hold your head high and hold to your values . i will also say this most of ocpd i knew i knew well for yearround officers includeing the cheif she has changed i see officers named on here that were good friends that would do better then she is doing
FOP PRESIDENT says:
"Just for kicks and giggles, how about the Maryland Attorney General's Office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, or the Department of Justice?"
Please amuse all of us because "just for kicks and giggles" us honest and law abiding residents on the eastern shore would sincerely appreciate knowing what these agencies have to say about the illegal and unconstitutional corruption and lawlessness happening in the area.
Thank you in advance FOP PRESIDENT.
Come check out my blog that shows my triumph on the eastern shore dancing with the stars....
what a joke. that town council should of taken notice with that months ago. can bernadette get over herself long enough to see the mess she is creating?
Forget about the major bureau's, what is the mayor doing? He holds the key to correct the problem yet he hasn't said a word. I called city hall yesterday and the secretary said "We put no basis into that blog". This is like a bad movie! I can't believe this is happening. This guy exposed problems in management yet no one that means anything has said anything. Mr Hall admitted that he hasnt spoken to Kirkpatrick in a year and Dipino says it was for a new dog. If she took Cambells word, then the dog would of been retired when he first needed to so he didnt suffer. Talk about politics! I hope that the citizens remember this come election time!
I've been asking this question from the beginning and not one person claiming to be a police officer has answered it: If police corruption and harrassment in OC is so rampant why hasn't any officer contacted the Dept of Justice, the State A.G. or a member of the real media? CNN has deleted the story. Why hasn't Mr. Campbell or Tarek? The only reason a reasonable person can come up with is the accussations are meritless. This sounds like a typical smear campaign.
D. Hester
Do not try too fool everyone Hester. Corruption is obvious within OCPD and the reason nobody informs the DOJ or State A.G. is obvious. Not only due to the OCPD's code of silence (aka omerta)but because they know if they speak up that it will be career suicide. Quit insulting our intelligence Hester.
KARMA?? Simply put, Earl Campbell once wrote me a ticket for $100.00 for riding my bicycle on the Boardwalk on a weekday AFTER LABOR DAY. Campbell hadn't troubled himself to learn the regulations....even though he was working the boardwalk at that time.
WHY KARMA? I had spent the previous 2 YEARS (not 1 week like the poor dog) suffering from a VERY PAINFUL DEBILITATING BACK INJURY, and spent upwards of $15,000 out of my own pocket for medical treatment and therapy, and was finally able to exercise lightly again.
I had to go through heck and high water to find anybody in the Police Dept. to listen to me.
DiPino finally helped me out, as she also rode the boardwalk in the fall.
Never got an apology from anybody...and definitely NOT from CAMPBELL.
If anybody DOUBTS me I have the ABSOLUTE DOCUMENTED PROOF of the date and time of the citation and the $100.00 AMOUNT, and I will GLADLY produce it to ANYBODY interested. Plus of course it's on my "record" on the internet forever (with a lame dismissal of charges) which is always pleasant to know. I will even produce my MRI's of my back...LOL. Thanks a lot EARL; not too sure I trust your judgement.
Seems like many of people are using this DOG'S back injury to sling mud....so here is MY PERSONAL MUDPIE.
And CAMPBELL if you read this...if you have access to any records look it up and you'll know my name.
KARMA??....I think so.
Officer 8206 is the supervisor that received the complaint for hooking up with the domestic assault victim after he responded to her residence on official police business.
Officer 8189 is the supervisor that dropped his shorts and exposed himself in public on Talbot Street on July 28, 2011 after the FOP Buccaneer Bash.
Now the public knows who these supervisors are that you're protecting and so will the press! This is only the start!
Mr. Albero,
Here is a little something for your readers and Bernadette and her hit squad headed up by Lt. Elton Harmon. So I’m in roll call the other night with probationary Sgt. Doug Smith and apparently an officer wrote something on the blog regarding Sgt. Doug Smith. Well Sgt. Smith ordered us to write a 95 (formal department memo) to him stating if we wrote anything on the blog site. We were also ordered not to discuss it….yeah right!
Under the 1st Amendment we are entitled to Freedom of Speech, however Sgt. Doug Smith feels as though he is above the Founding Fathers of the United States Constitution. How is that? Oh I forgot…he’s an OCPD Sergeant. So the officers have been placed between a rock and a hard place. Fess up and tell Smith if you’ve said anything on the blog site OR don’t say anything and if he finds out the result will be the same….RETALIATION OCPD STYLE! Which is already happening while we are at work right Doug?
I’ll tell you another incident Mr. Albero. I had the unfortunate experience to witness Sgt. Doug Smith one night this past August show another subordinate officer a photocopy of a man and woman. Apparently one or both were of interest to OCPD. Well the glorious PROBATIONARY Sgt. Doug Smith shows the photocopy of this couple to a subordinate TSU (Traffic Safety Unit) officer and makes the comment, “If you look hard enough you can see the outline of her pus*y through her pants”. Whooooooooooooo Nellie I thought to myself! Here we have a PROBATIONARY sergeant that is a supervisor and is suppose to set a professional example to other subordinate officers and he is commenting about this woman’s pus*y. And Sgt. Doug Smith is concerned about what other officers are saying? Hmmmm..maybe he should be concerned about himself.
So now another cat (meow) is out of the bag and I’m sure Lt. Guiton (internal affairs) is going to read this post. Do you think anything is going to happen to PROBATIONARY Sgt. Doug Smith? The answer is no. He is one of DiPino’s protected handpicked golden children.
There’s more where this came from Mac. Do you want to hear more? We have lots more! It’s not just 3 or 4 past officers Mac! Get a clue and get on board or go play tennis with Bernadette!
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