Written reprimand of Officer Brian Yarger
Commander Cumins delivered a written reprimand to Officer Yarger for an incident in which he failed to engage with the residents of a home at a domestic disturbance call. His actions were a violation of policy 301.2, Impartial attitude and courtesy.
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MEMORANDUM
Austin Police Department
Region 3 Patrol
TO: Brian Yarger 6499, Officer
FROM: Jason Cumins 4515, Commander
DATE: November 5, 2019
SUBJECT: Written Reprimand IA Case 2019-0589
This memorandum is in reference to an incident which occurred on June 6, 2019, and your
conduct at that time. Specifically I am referring to your involvement in incident 19-1570413,
a
Domestic Disturbance call, at 2406 Mission Hill Dr. #103 Austin, TX. During the call you failed
to abide with the standards by which officers are expected to interact with the community. You
failed to engage with the subjects in a professional manner by making unprofessional comments,
and your conduct was condescending toward the residents of the home.
Your actions violated APD Policy 301.2(b) Impartial Attitude and Courtesy which states:
301.2 IMPARTIAL ATTITUDE AND COURTESY
Employees are expected to act professionally, treat all persons fairly and equally, and perform
all duties impartially, objectively, and equitably without regard to personal feelings, animosities,
friendships, financial status, sex, creed, color, race, religion, age, political beliefs, sexual
orientation, gender identity or gender expression or social or ethnic background.
(a) Employees will not express or otherwise manifest any prejudice concerning race,
religion, national origin, age, political affiliation, sex, or other personal characteristics
in the performance of their duties.
1. Employees will respect the rights of individuals and will not engage in
discrimination, oppression, or favoritism whether by language, act, or omission.
2. The use of racial or ethnic remarks, slurs, epithets, words or gestures, which are
derogatory or inflammatory in nature to or about any person or group of persons
is strictly prohibited.
(b) Employees will be tactful in the performance of their duties, control their tempers,
exercise patience and discretion, and shall not engage in argumentative discussions
even in the face of extreme provocation.
(c) Employees will make every effort to be courteous and respectful toward all persons.
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You are hereby reminded that compliance with the Department's rules and regulations are a
condition of your continued employment as a police officer. Failure to comply with this policy in
the future may result in more severe disciplinary action against you, up to, and including an
indefinite suspension.
I hereby acknowledge receipt of the foregoing Written Reprimand:
Signature of Officer Receiving 6499
11/20/19 12:03pm
Reprimand
Date/Time
Sqt 2257
11/30/19 12:03pm
Signature of COC Sergeant
Date/Time
HILL 4640
11/20/19 12:03
Signature of COC Lieutenant
Date / Time
As Cale D.Lard 4648
sileoles 12:04P.
Signature of COC Commander
Date / Time
cc:
Employee
Employee's Supervisor
Internal Affairs
APD Human Resources
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