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Fired Opa-locka Police Chief Suing City, Alleging Political Interference
The former Chief of Police of Opa-locka is now suing the city who says it let him go because of his lack of leadership. But James Dobson alleges political leaders were delving into police matters, especially when family members or those politically connected were involved. Police body camera video NBC 6 obtained showed a woman the Opa-locka officer writing the…
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Former Opa-Locka Chief Speaks Out
James Dobson, the former police chief of Opa-locka, says city leaders interfered with public safety, but they say Dobson was let go because of his lack of leadership. NBC 6’s Willard Shepard reports.
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Former Opa-Locka Chief of Police Files Lawsuit Against City Weeks After Removal
The former Chief of Police for the city of Opa-Locka is fighting back just weeks after being removed from the job following an investigation into the city’s crime rate. Former Chief James Dobson came out swinging against his former employer Tuesday, filing legal action against the city. The lawsuit alleges that the city of Opa-Locka destroyed Dobson’s career by...
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Opa-Locka Police Chief Removed
Opa-locka Police Chief James Dobson was removed from his position.
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Opa-Locka Police Chief Loses Job After Investigation
James Dobson had been in charge of the department for over five years after a lengthy career in law enforcement.
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Opa-locka Police Chief Removed From Job After Investigation
The city of Opa-locka is looking for a new leader for their police department after chief James Dobson was removed from the office Friday. Mayor Matthew Pigatt and city manager John Pate released a statement announcing the move, which came after an investigation based on the city’s current crime rate and the department’s “lack of progress.” The findings were...
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Stolen Vehicles Found at Opa-locka Shipping Company
At least five stolen vehicles were found at a warehouse in Opa-locka after police say an anonymous tip led them to a chop shop.
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Anonymous Tip Leads Cops to Opa-locka Chop Shop
At least five stolen vehicles were found at a warehouse in Opa-locka after police say an anonymous tip led them to a chop shop Thursday.
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Chase Suspect Who Threatened to ‘Blow Up' Miami-Dade Schools in Custody: Police
A man who allegedly threatened to “blow up” his ex-girlfriend’s children’s schools is in custody Thursday after leading police on a chase through north Miami-Dade County.
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Pregnant Mother Dead, Daughter Injured After Shooting in Opa-locka
A pregnant mother died and her daughter was wounded after a shooting Monday night in Opa-locka.
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Trump Signs Executive Order Creating White House Faith-Based Initiative
President Donald Trump announced Thursday a new initiative that aims to give faith-based groups a stronger voice throughout the federal government and provide recommendations on administration policies. The White House Faith and Opportunity Initiative will serve as a watchdog for government overreach on religious liberty issues, according to a White House statement. Trump signed the executive order during an event...
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Opa-Locka Police Officer Arrested For Alleged Off-Duty Aggravated Battery
The Opa-Locka Police Department revealed Tuesday that one of its police officers was arrested on aggravated battery charges.
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Juvenile Hospitalized After Shooting Inside Opa-Locka Apartment
A juvenile was found lying on the floor suffering from a gunshot wound Saturday when police responded to reports of a shooting at an Opa-Locka apartment building.
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Dozens of Pot Plants Found in Opa-locka Warehouse
Dozens of pot plants were discovered at a marijuana growing operation inside a warehouse in Opa-locka Friday morning, police said.
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Opa-Locka Police Dispatcher Arrested for Insurance Fraud: Chief
An Opa-Locka dispatcher is accused of committing insurance fraud.