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Four Georgia State Patrol troopers were fired after an internal investigation revealed they filed personal injury claims against the insurance companies of drivers they had chased, seeking settlements for stress, anxiety, and soreness despite not reporting injuries or seeking medical treatment at the time. The troopers used crash reports from pursuits they initiated, including those caused by Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) maneuvers, to collect tens of thousands of dollars. A supervisor reported hearing troopers joke about getting a 'check' after pursuits, prompting the investigation. State Patrol policy prohibits troopers from profiting from on-duty incidents; injured officers must use the state's workers' compensation system instead of filing personal claims against drivers' insurance.
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Four Georgia State Patrol troopers have been fired following an internal investigation that revealed they attempted to profit from police pursuits by filing personal injury claims against the insurance companies of drivers they had chased.
Investigation Findings
According to investigators, the troopers used crash reports from pursuits they initiated—including crashes caused by PIT (Precision Immobilization Technique) maneuvers—to seek settlements for claims of stress, anxiety, and soreness. In each case, the troopers had not reported any injuries or sought medical treatment at the time of the incident.
The investigation found that some troopers collected tens of thousands of dollars through these claims and admitted that the filings were a way to supplement their income.
How the Scheme Was Uncovered
A supervisor reported hearing troopers joke about receiving a "check" after pursuits. This report triggered the investigation that ultimately led to the officers' dismissal.
Policy Violations
State Patrol policy explicitly bans troopers from making money from incidents that occur while they are on duty. The policy requires that troopers injured on the job must:
- Report the injury
- Seek benefits through the state's workers' compensation system
They are prohibited from filing personal injury claims against a driver's insurance company.
Source
Reason.comWestern
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Georgia Troopers Fired for Filing False Injury Claims After Police Pursuits