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Schoo! Board Superintendent of Schools Tamara >. Sharburgr, Chae ‘ie Enns Welisse Shively, Vice Chair St Sieve. Coa | = Deputy Superntendont, Instruction Say A thn Hillsborough County a Karen Perez PUBLIC SCHOOLS Deputy Superintendent, Operations Og) Sur Chstopner Fass Preparing Students for Life Chief of Schools, Administration Harison Pe CChiet Human Resources Officer May 22, 2018 Marie E. Whelan, EdD. Senior Executive Officer Professional Standards Pastor L. Rodriguez Mary Frances Leco 18341 Weathersione Drive Spring Hil, FL 34808, Dear Mr, Rodriguez: Aisne 3.2019, Michael Sala, Investigations Manager, Professional Standards, advised that he was contacted by the Frade eth County Sherifs Ofice Chia Protecive Investgation Dison, whe erect ‘was an allegation al pre fee onary that you were involved in a verbal cotfontaton witness tone playing on his meee Surg lunch. When the student refused fa retinguish his phone, you ook seco ‘and then used wes kon fo eee gacated him tothe oftce. Further, the parent of the student roche ao that the child Aaing Srieaon osPial for his injuries and was diagnosed wth a stained neck Teena tee Hailey-Brown, ‘Acting Principal, Mert Elementary School, and told her that Professional Stansonds oes Investigate the allegation. rad pean if you were having any problems, You told the investigator that you eclog ae Hailey-Brown on your re Rides tialey-Brovm spoke with several sat! members who canhned ther Moone ae {you call for Fermited fo Fane naly..Mo. Haley Brown advised thal you were aware of the sehoots poker tea students were Phones the eee Sok Phones out curing lunch and that you have witnessed ‘numeroes oa sone Playing on their at iFhe did not behave, you ‘hough student behaviors can be challenging, iti the dlstict's expectation that you handle these situations Cheumatanegs, |" ® "OVE" Suitable or acceptable to put your hands on shidonis even caver itt Sons Adrian N. Neptune; Lieutenant — + Kevin C. Johnally, Corporal + Kendall D. Glenn, Sergeant INTERVIEW(S) Joanne Lykins, Captain: | interviewed Capt. Lykins on April 17, 2020, via telephone. Capt. Lykins advised me that she first heard about the incident from Adrian Neptune, Lieutenant, Security & Emergency Management (see Attachment 2). Capt, Lykins further advised me that she did not interview Michael Rodriguez, Security Officer, about the incident and that it was handled by her staff. Capt. Lykins confirmed that Officer Rodriguez violated policy by using his district assigned vehicle to pursue individuals off campus and removing his weapon from the holster to draw down on non. threatening juveniles. Page tof Capt. Lykins further advised me that Officer Rodriguez not only violated policy, he also failed to notify his supervisors regarding the details of the incident. It came to light froma phone call from the Hillsborough County Sherif's Office, Capt. Lykins advised that she notified her supervisor Zamir Ode, Major, Security & Emergency Management, ofthe incident on March 30, 2020, (see Attachment 1). Capt. Lykins had io frrthe. information. Adrian Neptune, Lieutenant: interviewed Lt. Neptune on April 17, 2020, via telephone. Lt Neptune advised me that he spoke with Officer Rodriguez and at frst, he described only that the incident was with an unknown black male. Officer Rodriguez advised that he observed the Subject place his hand in his waistband after the subject left school grounds (see Attachment 2) Lt Neptune stated it wasnt until further in the interview when Officer Rocriguez admitted he had Grawn his weapon on three females who were on the property of a nearby recreation center Lt. Neptune advised me that Orficer Rodriguez violated policy when he used the district assigned vehicle to pursue the trespassers after they left school grounds. Lt. Neptune advised that Oflecr Rodriguez violated the “use of force directives” when he unholstered his weapon off campus on three females who posed no threat to him, Lt. Neptune further stated that he had in his possession a video that he procured from the Paiks and Recreation Center adjacent to King High School (see Attachment 3). Lt. Neptune stated he recommended that Officer Rodriguez be relieved of his duties. Lt Neptune advised me that Officer Rodriguez tumed in his equipment and submitted his letter of resignation. Lt. Neptune had no further information Kevin Johnally, Corporal, School Security, Hillsborough County Schools: | interviewed Cpl Johnally on April 17, 2020, via telephone, — ——CplJohrally advised me thathe-and Officer Rodriguez were responding to-arralarmy-call-at King ———— High School. Cpl. Johnally advised that he went to the west side of the school and Office Rodriguez responded to the east side of the school (see Attachment 5) Cpl. Johnally stated building. He told me that Cpl. Johnally advised he heard Officer Rodriguez on the radio advising there was an unknown Black male who had just reached into his waistband, and there were other individuals running Pastbound by the football field. When Cpl, Johnally arrived on the eastside of the school grounds he was unable to see Officer Rodriguez. Cpl, Johnally advised that he got on the radio ard ached Officer Rodriguez for his location. He advised that Orficer Rodriguez responded that he was exct of the school on the nearby recreation center property where he lost sight of the unknown blase male, however, he was in contact with three female juveniles (who were later released) Page 20f3 Cal aChnally stated that Officer Rodriguez realized he violated policy by using his assigned vehicle and told Cpl. Johnally that he hadn't given it any thought at the time. Offcer Rodriguez Gi net mention to Cpl. Johnally that he unholstered his weapon on the three juvenile forcles Sherif's Office (HCSO), who advised that a parent of one of the juveniles had contested their office. The parent advised that Officer Rodriguez had drawn his weapon on his daughter, who ‘was one of the three juveniles stopped off campus by Officer Rodriguez. Pl Johnally advised me that he addressed the allegation with Oficer Rodriguez, and he admitted etre unholstered his weapon and drew down on the juveniles. When asked why he falled to potiy anyone of that information, he said that he, “simply forgot” Cpl. Johnally stated that Orsece Rodriguez was aware that he violated policy when he drove his vehicle off eampus to pursue the trespassers, in addition to unholstering and drawing his weapon, Officer Rodriguez was advised by Cpl, Johnally that he would be reporting the violation to Kendall Glenn, Sergeant, School Security & Emergency Management, and to the Offs of Professional Standards. Cpl. Johnally had no further information, Kendall D. Glenn, Sergeant, School Security, Hillsborough County Schools: | interviewed Sgt. Glenn on April 19, 2020, via telephone. {spoke with Sgt. Glenn to review his statement written on March 24, 2020 (See Attachment 4), Sgt. Glenn advised me that he had nothing further to add to his statement. ATTACHMENT(S) Letter from Capt. Lykins to Major Ode Letter from Lt. Neptune to Capt. Lykins Video from Parks and Recreation Letter from Sgt. Glenn to Lt. Neptune Letter from Cpl. Johnally to Sgt. Glenn Packet-of other letters; forms; et cetera. POroON This report is being forwarded to Dr. Rebecca Kaskeski, Senior Executive. Officer of Professional--—— Standards, for review and any action deemed necessary. Approved, 7 Date, sf: CY Ls eee Approved. Date, ee Approved. Date, sre Page sofa Mareh 30, 2020 TO: Major Ode FROM: Captain Lykins SUBIECT: — Use of Force by Officer Michael Rodriguez, Please accept this report as a formal review regarding the use of force used by Officer Michael Rodriguez, SYNOPSIS On March 19, 2020 Officer Michael Rodriguez responded to King High school for and intrusion alarm. Upon his arrival on the campus Officer Rodriguez observed Wespassers OW Caiipls. He tien pursued tie —— — trespassers off school grounds in a Department vehicle. Officer Rodriguez observed the juveniles near a vehicle, and upholstered his firearm. The juveniles were held at gunpoint and then released. This Use of Force was not reported to the supervisor on duty. DISPOSITION Officer Rodriguez failed to notify his supervisor on duty of a Use of Force. This stated Use of Force was off a school campus, which is a violation of Policy Number 11. Officer Rodriguez used his Department vehicle in a pursuit which is direct violation to Standard Operation Procedure Number 8. All supporting documentation is attached and videos available upon request, Officer Rodriguez Use of Force is sustained. INTER-OFFICE COMMUNICATION DATE: March 26, 2020 ‘TO: Captain Joanne Lykins FROM: Lieutenant Adrian Neptune SUBJECT: Michael Rodriguez Use of Force Capizin Lykins, on March 19%, 2020 Officer Michael Rodriguez used unreasonable force by drawing his department firearm on Juvenile females that he assumed were on the King High School property after responding to the campus for an intrusion alarm. Upen his response to the campus to investigate the alarm he observed trespassers on the campus, after the trespassers observed officer Rodriguez coming towards them they fled the campus. Officer Rodriguez chased some of the subjects off campus next door to the neighboring Recreational Park just east of the King High School Campus, A parent of one of the juveniles contacted Hillsborough County Sheriffs office to report that one of our officers had drawn their firearm on his daughter. Officer Rodriguez failed to notify his immediate supervisor thet he had a Use of Force by drawing his weapon or that he had pursued subjects off campus unto other property that was NOT Hillsborough County Public Schools. Officer Rodriguez was in direct violation of the following department policies & Standard Operating Procedures. » Policy Number 11 - Supervisor Notification © SOP Number 8 - Department Vehicle, Section H Pursuit criving is strictly prohibited. Recommendation: |_am recommending officer Michas! Rodriguez be released from his duties as a Hillsborough, County Schools Security Officer 2. Attachments: , © Video Footage (Provided by the Parks and Recreation Center) Hillsborough County Sheriff Communication Audio Recording Written Statements from security officer that works at All People Life Recreation Center. Sgt. Kendall Gienn Memo Cpl. Kevin Johnally Statement Ofe. Michael Rodriguez Statement Dispatch Manager Luis Lara Statement ‘Securty Services Depertment -2820 N. 40” Stet Tampa, FL. 39605 (fic: 81346223096 rae 815-240-7259 Wlebste: wen sincki2 08 © Dispatcher Damien Hunt Statement. © Department Report & Supervisor Use of Force Review. INTER-OFFICE COMMUNICATION DATE: Wlarch 24, 2020 ‘TO: Lieutenant Adrian Neptune FROM: Sergeant Kendall Glenn SUBJECT: Officer Michael Rodriguez - Failure to Notify Supervisor for Use of Force (On March 20, 2020 at approximately 1700 his, I was informed by Corporal Jos Amie! that on the previous day, March 19” at approximately 1948 hrs, Officer Michael Rodriguez had chased some student trespassers off campus from King High School. The students had jumped the fence and fled off campus. Officer Rodriguez went to his vehicle and gave chase without informing dispatch or the on «duty shift supervisor, Corporal Kevin Johnally, of his actions. It was made clear to me that Officer Rodriguez drew his service firearm after he claimed the subject appeared to be reaching into his waistband. This occurred after the subject jumped the fence and fled from the school campus. Based on his actions Officer Rodriguez violated Department Policy #1 Section C. Vehicle SOP 08 Sec H Pursuit driving with the District Vehicle when he left our campus. Orficer Rodriguez did not inform Corporal Johnally of his actions until after a call came into dispatch by the HCSO about a parent complaint about his actions. Corporal Johnally then asked Officer Rodriguez what had happened the previous day. tt was at that point that Rodriguez informed his supervisor about the incident, Sgt. Kendall Glenn #202 Evening Shift ‘Security Services Department - 2520 N. 40" Steet» Tarnpa, FL 23808 (fice: 8156233096 Fee 813-840-7253, Website: wow sdncki2nue INTER-OFFICE COMMUNICATION DATE: 20 Mar 2020 TO: Sgt Kendall Glenn FROM: Cpi Kevin Johnally ‘SUBJECT: King High School Trespass incident - M Rodriguez Sgt On 49 Mar 2020 at 1948 firs, dispatch notified me via radio that a teacher had notified them of several juveniles observed on campus et King High School. | advised dispatch | would be en-rout to the call. Officer Rodriguez (431) joined the event and was on his way as weil, Upon my arrival, [ parked my car on the West side of the campus and approached the keysafe. Officer Rodriguez entered the East side of the campus. As | approached the gate near the keysafe, | observed what appeared to he 4 juveniles hanging around the Eastside of the cafeteria. | quietly entered the gate, but as | closed it behind me the juveniles saw me and began running Northwest towards Sligh Ave. | called via radio about the juveniles seen and direction running, At that time, Officer Rodriguez also called on his radio and stated he had some juveniles running near the Eastside of the footbali field area and also observed a black male reaching into his waist band. Officer Rodriguez then called back on his radio and stated that he was in contact with two female juveniles that he believed were involved with the juveniles running from the high school. | then called Officer Rodriguez back on the radio and asked him where he was because | did not seo him on the Eastside of the campus. Officer Rodriguez stated he was at the facility next door to the school. | then walked fext door and met Officer Rodriguez in the rear of this facility speaking with three juvenile females. Officer Rodriguez stated that he determined these female juveniles not to be a part of the crew running from the schol campus. Officer Rodriguez then stated he believed the individual that was cbserved going into his waist band ran Southeast through the wooded area behind the private facility. Officer Cohen (620) then joined the call later and assisted us clearing the campus to ensure no exterior damage had occurred. Today, 20 Mar 2020; | received a call from our dispatch stating that the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office had received a complaint that Gificer Rodriguez did pull his service weapon on the three juvenile females he had encountered at the facility next to King High School, i advised our dispatch that Officer Rodriguez NEVER mentioned pulling his weapon yesterday during this event. | did contact Officer Rodriguez after f ‘Security Services Department +2020 N. 40" Street “Tampa, FL 32605 ce’ 812-829-0888 Fae Bises0-7253, Website: www sdhel2 hee was notified of this and asked him did he pull his weapon on the female juveniles. Officer Rodriguez stated thet he in fact did pull his weapon on the juveniles. Officer Rodriguez did not heve 2 explanation of why he did not inform me of this. | then directed Officer Rodriguez to write a Use of Force report for this event and advised him that | should have been informed that he pulled his weapon. Hillsborough County Public Schools, ‘School Security Department Incident Report Incident Information Incident Type: Battery School Employee HPS casel: 1314-038 Site: Brandon Alternative Address: 1009 N.Parsons Ave, Seffner 33584 Date Occurred: 08/30/2013 Time Occurred:1510 Date Reported: 08/30/2013 Time Reported: 1530 Number of Arrest: BJN/A _ Adults _ Juveniles Property Information: [XJ N/A Ci See attached Property Form ‘Use of Force Information: CJN/A i Sce attached Use of force form Other Agency Information Agency: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Deputy Caset: 487311 Officer: Alves Badge: 5677 Vehicle Information __BUN/A. Make: Model: Year: Tag: State: VIN: Further Description: Incident Reconstruction ‘Student MEI ccame verbally and physically combative toivards officers during period change, Reporting Officer. Officer: ESantos Badge: 439 Date: 08/30/2013, Investigation On 890/3 at 1545 hous Ts spring ped change hen 1 ei Se AEM wang ed the cont yk which became apparent that he was not going to his assigned class. Officer Gerena gave AMMEN multiple commands to go to his class, butin run iilbscae combatant and tetened Ofleer Gerona ashe walked towards the wes of campus. Officer Gerena yet again gave further commands to go to class as he continued being verbally abusive and refused verbal orders to stop his behavior . then rushed into Mrs. Ban's classroom. T noticed that the door was propped open and I heard screaming ftom inside the classroom. 1 also observed gM pacing around te class. Based on MB history of ageresive behavior towards school employees afliation with the Young God's gang, and involvement with afirays earlier in the week had me concerned for the safety of the students and the teacher's aid. I proceeded to the clas room’s doorway along with officer Chavez as officer Gerena stood by the door. We attempted to calm Bb down, but he only became more enraged and with closed fists. BW then charged towards officer Gerena. I proceeded to grab ,iiifas ke was punching and hitting me on the left side of my forehead. [ attempted to bring him down with @ perionial knee strike tothe left leg but was unable to do so. Officer Chavez was able to deploy his asp and strike the left leg which did not phase AMM at all. Officer Gerena then saw the situation and assisted me and Officer Chavez. lf Officer Gerena, and I fell to the floor inside the clas causing injury to my right hand and right elbow. Officer Gerena was able to place AMP in 2 three point pin and place handcufls on 4B with no further resistance. Officer Gerena escorted MMF to the Assistant Principle Rose's office. Sergeant Lykins was notified as well as HCSO. Andre was then taken to St Joseph's Hospital for a scratch on his face Interviews Suspect: Nam Siident Address Pn aC Dos. Ag Gonder: I Height: BB Weigh mat ae Interview: Subject stated that he was going to the AP office and was not charging us NA Race: N/A Gender: N/A Height: Weight: Build: Unknown Identifier: N/A Phone: Age: Race: N/A Gender: N/A Height: Weight: Build: Unknown NA Name: Identifier: N/A. ‘Address: Dos: Race: N/A Gender: N/A Height: Weight: Build: Unknown Interview: Use of corce Information Subject Name: QM juries Sustained: Yes Medical tention: Yes Photos Taken: Yes Subject Factors: [7] Passive [J Active (pulling away, resisting) [1] Aggressive (verbal, irate) [] Active Physical (holding, pushing) & Aggressive (fighting) [] Aggressive (weapon) Officer Counter Measures: [X] Verbal [] Escort [] Pain Compliance (] Mechanical Compliance (empty hand fighting) CA Handeutis used [13 point pin [baton impede) Caton (strike) Firearm Drawn (-] Discharged Use of Force Information Subject Name: Injuries Sustained: No Medical attention: No Photos Taken: No Subject Factors: [] Passive C] Active (pulling away, resisting) C] Aggressive (verbal, rate) [] Active Physical (holding, pushing) O Ageressive (fighting) L] Aggressive (weapon) Officer Counter Measures: [] Verbal [1 Escort [] Pain Compliance [7] Mectanical Compliance (empty hand fighting) Citiandeusts used [3 point pin C] baton (Impede) L] baton (strike) Firearm Drawn] Discharged Use of Foree Information ‘Subject Name: Injuries Sustained: No Medical attention: No Photos Taken: No Subject Factors: Passive C] Active (pulling away, resisting) [1] Aggressive (verbal, rate) C] Activ Physical (holding, pushing) C7 Aggressive (fighting) C] Agaressve (weapon) Ofcer Counter Measures: [Verbal [1] Escort [] Pain Compliance C] Mechanical Compliance (empty hand fighting) CiHtandcutts used“ [3 poinepin [Baton Cimpede) C1 baton (strike)[L] Firearm Drawn] Dischorged Property Inform: Property Type: Recovered Serialf: BPI: Estimated Value: Description: Property Type: Recovered Serial: BPI: Estimated Value: Description: Property Type: Recovered Serial#: BPI: Estimated Value: Description: Property Type: Recovered Serial#: BPI: Estimated Value: Description: Property Type: Recovered Serial: BPI: Estimated Value: Description: ‘School Board ‘Superintendent of Schools ‘pal Gin, Chair MaryEllen Ela Carol W Kise, Vice Chair Borne W Edgecomb Deputy Superintendents andy Olson eff Eakins Siren vales Hillsborough County Daniel. Valdez eee PUBLIC SCHOOLS 1 Protea nare Manager November 18,2013 Grallnce in Elecaton oF Professional Standards Eas Santos 2004 River Crossing Drive Valrico, FL 33596 Dear Mr. Santos: The office of Professional standards has completed its investigation into the allegation that on August 2, 2013, you and two other security offices did not follow proper procedures when entering a classroom to deal with a disruptive student. As a result, force was used to bring the student under control. ‘The Hillsborough County Sheri?’s Office (HCSO) closed its case as “unfounded” for abuse. The Hillsborough County Sherif's Office Child Protective Investigations Division (CPI) concluded there were “no indicators” of abuse, neglect, or abandonment. ‘The HCSO report concluded the School Security Oficers were justified In using force asthe victim was moving towards them. it was also determined the victims injuries did not meet the level of child abuse. The CPI report stated the “child sustained the injuries from being restrained and the officers used appropriate force deemed per the FOLE force matrix that they were trained on.” In the investigation conducted by the office of Professional Standards, there was no evidence of written procedures or substantiated ‘ralnings that clearly established that security officers are required to notify administrators prior to entering 2 classroom to deal with students who are misbehaving. Included in the conflicting information collected was a statement from the Assistant Principal who stated he had met with security offices at the beginning of the year and had approved their moving around the campus and entering classrooms without administrator approval ‘The evidence collected in this investigation does not substantiate the allegations. The office of Professional Standards will make @ Fecommendation to the Division of Administration and the Department of School Security that they consider developing clear guidelines for Security Officers to follow with regards tothe entering of classrooms to deal with disruptive students. You ae reminded that you are to exercise good judgment at al times when dealing with students. ‘The office of Professional Standards is closings investigation and plans to take no further action at this time. Please contact my office if you have any questions. Sincerely, nD ge D. Perez anager of Professional Standards fe Lewis Brinson, Asstant Superintendent Administration Davi Frieaberg, Manager, Securty ences ‘Stephanie Woodtord, Chief Human Resources Officer Linda Kpey, General Manager of Professional Standards Nancy ind, Principal, Brandon Alternative fie | eknowledge eceipt ofthis one-page document. ESE = U=20- 3 as Santos Date Instructional Services Center « 2920 North 40” Steet + Tampa Forde 33605, ‘Office: 813-240-7136 « FAX: 818-840-7257 ‘Schoo! District Information: 813-272-4000 « Web Site: wwrw.sdhe.k12.fLus School District of Hillsborough County Professional Standards Department Investigation Report Incident Informatio Date: November 12, 2013 Site: Brandon Alternative School Date Occurred: August 8, 2013 Date Reported: August 8, 2013, Reported by: CPI Investigator Jessica Pietrzak Allegation(s): 129 -Child Abuse Employee Information: Name(s): Elias Santos, Security Officer 2 Obed Gerena, Jr., Security Officer 2 ‘Adam Chavez, Security Officer 2 Complainant Information: Name(s): Confidential (See Police Report) Information: Confidential (See Police Report) Confidential (See Police Report) HCSO Child Protection Investigation Division Information: NIAC] CPI Investigator: J. Pietrzak Phit CPI Report# 13-235481_ Findings: No Indicator Law Enforcement Information: NAT] Agency:(] Heso& TeD[] Treo] PcPDL other Officer:_Ashton Lesane_ Badge # 246416 Report 13-489128 Charge: Aagravated Child Abuse Referre Yes] No[] Detective Nam Status: State Attorney Information: NAL] State Attorney: Rita Peters Division: [[] Felony [X] Misdemeanor Case# Page | of 7 Professional Standards Informati Professional Standards Investigation Conducted Yes (J No] P.S. Investigator: Andrew J. Rouleau. Date Assigned: October 20, 2013 Attachments: Yes] No[] Statements[] Photos[] Video[] Other _ CP! Report, HCSO Report INVESTIGATION: On October 20, 2013 at approximately 1415 hours, writer received information regarding this case from Mike Saia, Jr., Investigations Manager, Professional Standards. The complaint alleges that three security officers identified as Obed Gerena, Jr. . Adam Chavez, and Elias Santos violated policy/procedure when they entered a classroom to confront a student without an administrator present. The student is identified as NEE Upon being assigned this case, writer was provided with the following documents. 1) 2) 3) CPI Report #13-235481. Upon reviewing the CPI Report, writer noted the following: a) The findings on CPI Investigation are listed as “No Indicator’. b) The three subjects listed on the report are listed as Obed Gerena, Jr., Elias Santos and Adam Chavez, ©) The report states that the student became physically aggressive and charged towards the officers. d) The report states that the officers used appropriate force per FDLE Use of Force Matrix. ©) The report states that there is a concern that the officers, “Failed to notify the administration which is what they are supposed to do prior to entering the classroom as stated by the principal.” f) The report states that “during Officer Chavez's interview,” that although it is school policy that the administration be notified prior to entering the classroom, there was no time to do so on the day of the incident. 9) The report states “during Nancy Lind’s interview’ that the actions of the officers was “unnecessary” and should not have occurred. Ms. Lind stated, “The officers are to be calling administration if they have to enter a classroom and they failed to do this.” Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Report #13-489128. Upon reviewing the Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office report, writer noted the following: a) The report is listed as Aggravated Child Abuse 5) The subjects listed on the report are Officers’ Obed Gerana, Jr., and Elias Santos, ©) The report is listed as “Unfounded” stating that the reason for the finding is conflicting statements to the events, schoo! security was justified in their use of force due to the fact that the student was moving towards them, and the student's injuries did not meet the level of child abuse. Policy Statement #01 Subject ‘Philosophy of Enforcement’. Upon reviewing this document, writer noted that it did not appear to address the policy as to when a security officer enters a classroom. Page 2 of 7 On November 1, 2013 at approximately 1400 hours, writer responded to Brandon Alternative School located at 1009 N. Parsons Road in Seffner, Florida, and interviewed Alternative Education Aide Sylvia Royal. Ms. Royal ‘provided the following information. Writer asked Ms. Royal how long she has worked for the district and she advised twenty years. Ms. Royal advised that she has been at Brandon Alternative for the last thirteen years. Writer asked Ms. Royal to describe what occurred on the day of the incident prior to the officers physically engaging the student. Ms. Royal advised that she was watching the classroom for Lynda Barr, Assistant Teacher, who had stepped cut of the class. Ms. Royal advised that she could see two students through the glass in the door standing outside the classroom. Ms. Royal advised that she identified the students as 20 SHEED. Ms. Royal advised that she approached the door and at first thought the door was locked but realized it wasn’t when she opened the door. Ms. Royal advised that she instructed Sam and @INNBNEPto come into the classroom. Ms. Royal advised that it immediately became clear to her that Slime was having a verbal exchange with Officer Gerena. Ms. Royal advised that she repeatedly {old NBBeto come into the classroom stating, ‘It's not worth it.” Ms. Royal advised that after about a minute of coaxing lifinally came into the Portable. Ms. Royal advised that even though the classroom door was shut, Sllagecontinued to verbally engage Officer Gerena and her and another student attempted to move li back towards his seat. Writer asked Ms. Royal if @N9@ was yelling or screaming and she replied, "No.” Writer asked Ms, Royal if Nl was physically fighting anyone in the classroom and she replied, “No.” Writer asked Ms. Royal if there was any reason for the officers to enter the class and she replied, ‘No.” Ms. Royal then stated that unless there is an emergency, the officers are not supposed to enter the classroom without an administrator. Ms. Royal then changed her statement and stated that it is okay for the officers to enter without an administrator if they want to talk to a student or a teacher, Ms. Royal stated that she was in fact having trouble gettinggggpto his seat when the officers entered the classroom. Ms. Royal advised that when te officers entered the classroom, several of the other students became unruly and she attempted to address them, Ms. Royal advised that while she was addressing the other students, she heard a noise and then observed that the officer and, wete-physically engaged. Ms. Royal stated that she did not see the first point of contact and cannot say for sure that did not charge at the officers. Ms. Royal also stated that she cannot say for su'e tet eB vous have gone to his seat even if an administrator was present. Ms. Royal had no further information. On November 1, 2013 at approximately 1420 hours, writer interviewed Nancy Lind, Principal, Brandon Alternative School. Writer asked Ms. Lind if she was a witness to the incident that took place in the classroom regarding @_gggaas and the officers, and she advised she did not witness the incident, Writer asked Ms. Lind who informed her of what had occurred in the classroom and she replied, ” Writer then asked Ms. Lind if her statement to CPI was based on wet Quiles and she replied, Pretty much, yeah.” Writer stated to Ms. Lind, "From what you know regarding this incident, were the officers wrong in entering the classroom,” and Ms. Lind replied, “Yes.” iirter asked Ms. Lind to explain why the officers were wrong. Ms. Lind then stated, "We have a procedure that they are supposed to call for an administrator before they go into a classroom, and nobody called at all.” Writer asked Ms. Lind if the procedure is in writing and she replied, “! don't know if it is in writing. I believe it was sent to them on Page 3 of 7

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