Coverage dated August 13, 2026

Chief recommends firing IMPD officer who misused license plate readers

Headline from WISH-TV Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS– After an Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer used an automated license plate reader for personal reasons earlier this month, the IMPD chief of police is recommending that the officer be fired.

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    Chief recommends firing IMPD officer who misused license plate readers (opens WISH-TV Indianapolis)

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    INDIANAPOLIS– After an Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officer used an automated license plate reader for personal reasons earlier this month, the IMPD chief of police is recommending that the officer be fired.

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