A metro Atlanta police department faced scrutiny for arresting a paralyzed man, Charles Read, accused of a violent home invasion by Katherine Jensen. Read, paralyzed for 25 years, denied the allegations, emphasizing the physical impossibility of the crime due to his wheelchair-bound state. Despite this, he was arrested on March 20, 2025, based on Jensen’s claims.
Jensen accused Read of breaking into her home, choking her, and fleeing on foot. However, body camera footage revealed inconsistencies in her account, as she failed to mention Read’s paralysis to the police. Read, who was at a dinner party during the alleged incident, was unaware of the charges until the federal government notified him during a passport renewal process.
Read voluntarily met with the police, only to be arrested in the lobby, leading to a distressing incident where he collapsed from his wheelchair while being handcuffed. Despite his protests and concerns for his safety, officers proceeded with the arrest, causing Read to fall to the ground.
Body camera footage captured officers expressing doubts about Jensen’s credibility, with one officer acknowledging the possibility of a false report. Further investigation revealed Jensen’s history of arrests for theft, forgery, and filing false police reports, casting doubt on her accusations against Read.
Despite the lack of apology from the College Park Police Department, charges against Read were dropped after a thorough investigation. Jensen, in an email to authorities, expressed confusion and trauma that led to her false report and acknowledged Read’s innocence.
The incident highlighted the importance of verifying claims before making arrests and the need for accountability within law enforcement. Experts emphasized the significance of thorough investigations to prevent wrongful accusations and protect the rights of individuals, particularly those with vulnerabilities like Read.
While the City of College Park initiated an investigation into the matter, the case underscored the impact of false accusations on innocent individuals and the necessity of proper procedures in law enforcement to prevent such injustices.
Ultimately, the resolution of Read’s case highlighted the complexities of criminal investigations and the importance of due diligence in ensuring justice for all parties involved.
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