Andrew Simonetti
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Service Record
Augusta County Virginia Sheriff's Office
Rank | Deputy |
Salary | $41,200 (2022)[1] |
Last Known Status | Administrative Leave[2] |
Incident Reports
2023 Arrest of Frank Schulpman
On December 9, 2023, a deputy was called to assist paramedics on a medical call. Schulpman, who appeared intoxicated, was swinging at paramedics and assumed a fighting stance with the deputy, who called for backup. Simonetti responded, exited his vehicle, and tackled Schulpman.[3]
Deputies were not equipped with body-worn cameras. The incident was captured on a witness's cell phone.[3]
Response Timeline
On December 11, 2023, Simonetti was placed on administrative leave.[2]
The Sheriff asked the Virginia State Police to investigate.[3]
LEO Ratings
Public Comments
References
- ↑ Andrew John Simonetti, Augusta County, govSalaries
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Chris Graham, Augusta County deputy on administrative leave after tackling suspect in Dec. 9 arrest, Augusta Free Press, 2023-12-12
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Brad Zinn, Video shows Augusta County deputy tackling suspect, state police will investigate, Staunton News Leader, 2023-12-13
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