Phoenix loses ‘retaliatory’ effort to obtain ABC15’s raw reporting

[@harleyv1969]

Thanks for exposing the lies and deception of Phoenix police department and the other criminal organizations in our beloved state.. What a horrible way to treat helpless old people. Shame.

[@bradcrosier1332]

I once dreamed of living in Arizona. Not anymore, not now that it’s truly become a police state. All of the states are bad (unfortunately), but some are FAR worse than others. Arizona is one of those, and it doesn’t even have a good excuse - even loony Kalifornia isn’t as bad as fascist Arizona!

[@charleshanks6186]

it's not just the police but the damn courts as well ...

[@lizsmith4835]

THANK YOU ALL FOR WHAT YOU DO FOR OUR COMMUNITY AND FOR STANDING UP TO FIGHT THIS SUBPOENA! YOU ARE APPRECIATED!

[@Steve_Hayden]

If only they investigated themselves with as much passion as they do everyone else.

[@agalerex]

What's the point? It should be obvious to everyone what the conclusion is: "We investigated ourselves, and of course, we didn't find we had done anything wrong."

[@aznthy]

Why would corrupt people investigate themselves

[@Steve_Hayden]

@@aznthy that’s kinda my point.

[@nitajean9885]

Keeping us safe for broken tail lights one taxpayer at a time

[@jamiefaizfahmy9740]

Wow. Thanks guys. I truly appreciate the efforts, hard work, professionalism, and dedication, you all put in to support, and inform the citizens of your community. In this day in time we need true reporters with real investigating that effects each one of us. I am sorry that a pilice department would try to do such a thing and that a city like Phoenix would go along w it. Dave B I don't know how yo spell your last name. But you are a true journalist. And have truly been a hero to so many. I always look forward to your reports. I miss real journalism and I know so many else do. We are blessed to have you in this city, and state.

[@kathybradbury]

You are one of the few mainstream news outlets that still uses ( some) real journalism. Keep up the fight!

[@ZythorEbonlock]

You do know this is owned by Disney, right?

[@kathybradbury]

@@ZythorEbonlock if local reporters succeed in putting out accurate information, then I’ll give credit to where credit is due.

[@loganskiwyse7823]

The entire purpose of news organizations according to the first amendment is government accountability. Not only was reporting in detail the names of any government officials violating their oaths including the police, but allowing government to retaliate is what the first amendment is intended to prevent. I applaud your reporting and hard work on these stories and hope you continue to push back against these governmental abuses.

[@tilog6839]

This is why real journalism is so important. Real journalists don't rely on the word of cops and government officials. No, real journalists dig for the truth. Keep up the good work.

[@Steve_Hayden]

You know you're doing something right when they go after you like this

[@Starfish2145]

Thank you ABC15!

[@BronxBombers_726]

What a shocker! The City of Phoenix? I can’t believe they would do such things like waste taxpayers dollars on this issue. I recommend from experience that any dealings with the City of Phoenix that you keep any documentation on hand. Parking tickets,speeding tickets any fines you pay..keep the documentation. You won’t regret it..The City of Phoenix doesn’t give a rats a$$ what they did to that woman. A false imprisonment that denied her freedom for 2 years based on what? The word of a bad cop 👮‍♂️?

[@csnide6702]

My cousin was murdered in Phoenix 10years ago - they caught a guy using his cell phone after the fact and the guy said " Oh, that guy ODed" and the Phoenix cops NEVER MADE AN ARREST ... just took his word for it.

[@joesmoke9679]

Keep up the great work 15!!!

[@TheCaptainmojo1973]

There appears to be some serious problems in law enforcement as well in in the judiciary in AZ. As an outsider, I can guarantee neither myself, nor any of my employees, friends, or family will be spending any time in that state until some serious housecleaning is done.

[@todddanforth8853]

The People's Republic of Arizona, patterned after North Korea.

[@Riverrockphotos]

Its in every state. Cops are corrupt to the core.

[@ygrittesnow1701]

@@todddanforth8853 Sadly the same thinking seems to happen in any GOP state, Florida, Texas, etc. People should keep this in mind when they hit the polls. The GOP does not support, uphold or defend the constitution. For them it is an inconvenience to be circumvented and abolished.

[@AnthonyRodriguez-bx5ev]

Impressed with ABC 15's integrity.

[@movingforwardfco1587]

You go abc 15 and Dave you keep exposing and fighting for the people of this state and this city. I will continue to bow to this station for being real reporters that are making a difference in people's lives. Never stop moving forward!

[@ruelpile]

This is so important for our democracy. This kind of corruption needs to be exposed and prosecuted. Lying cops need to go to prison for as many years as they cause innocent victims to spend in prison.

[@bull614]

While I agree with what you said I will point out we are not a democracy. We are a constitutional republic. There is a difference and people need to be aware of that. That being said I agree with you. Police and lawmakers need to be held at a much higher standard because of all the power they are giving. They must be held accountable and punished for violating the trust that is placed in them.

[@kristiblack4789]

The biggest lie and falsity is that this is a BS and inferior Democracy! Those that say such things reveal either their willful ignorance and/or illiteracy of our founding documents and American history! This is supposed to be a Superior and Free Constitutional Republic based on God's Common and Natural Law of Equality!

[@mickeyhadley4281]

It’s not a flower it’s a plant. It’s not a vehicle it’s a car. It’s not a star it’s a sun. It’s not a democracy it’s a constitutional republic. Okay, thanks for the clarification.

[@floydblue1783]

This is a Republic, not a Democracy 🤔

[@katschrodinger954]

@@bull614 Well said! Great to read comments about a disagreement that are not full of hate and curses, only facts and respect. Thank you.

[@bswogger4656]

Thanks!

[@TheAzb7]

Oh most definitely!!! This type of behavior has been done to citizens in Maricopa County and across the nation on a daily basis for decades.. ITS ABOUT TIME THIS IS BROUGHT TO LIGHT BCUZ IT NEEDS TO STOP BEING BRUSHED UNDER THE RUG. Thank you ABC15 for having the u know what to do this!! And GOOD LUCK🤞🏻🙏🏻!!

[@maria23jimenezz]

👏u guys are my favorite news channel!

[@badmofo3612]

Dave B. You are so awesome for acquiring and reporting the stories that really matter to everyone in Arizona. I am a fan, and am thankful for you telling the public how it is. 👍🏽

[@TheJonathonJ]

Much appreciated work on this report. Its not over obviously and hopefully the DOJ is not like a rehab center where they just get better at hiding it. Lmao

[@sammorales3528]

Couldn’t think of a better news organization to handle this type of attack on the press. Great reporting once again!

[@knowledgeispower6192]

Great reporting. Keep up the great work.

[@ironhat2]

good job guys.

[@TheArmchairrocker]

Who's the DA? Need to get rid of that guy.

[@robertmuncie1881]

I don't live in AZ, but I can still appreciate you having and utilizing integrity in your reporting. It is sad when elements of our government (local or federal) work to trample on the rights of the people (or media).

[@jamessimms415]

Same here from Alabama

[@wandamcgiboney5141]

Community is so grateful for your transparency on these issues , the Brady list you put out was so spot on ,,,,,

[@ToddMichaelPost]

I must have had an unusual public education as we learned about the John Peter Zenger case in junior high school and its influence on the First Amendment. How is it that Phoenix law enforcement and prosecutors don’t have the same basic knowledge I was taught in 7th grade?!

[@durhamdf]

It’s actually incredible that the city of Phoenix, trying to clear its name, can’t help itself and continues to disregard the 1st amendment…

[@yubentrolled7097]

Joseph Goebbels would be proud of our fine government and it's "Boys in Blue".

[@MrJBZY70]

Chief isn’t she under investigation too?

[@keatonsolomon777]

The city is all mighty and powerful until congress steps in and fixes the issue. take them to court for retaliation and infringement of rights. simple

[@MissionaryForMexico]

This has been going for a long time! I know people that used to live in Phoenix, and moved out because of the corruption in that police department and district attorney office! Move out of their!

[@geoffh1]

This happened in Marion County Kansas, except the police department got a warrant, raided the newspaper building and reporters homes. The stress from the raid likely resulted in the death of one woman. So far, no one has been held accountable.

[@wvp07]

This is why local news organizations are so important!

[@joestueckrath5275]

This police department is out of control

[@jacobforrester9827]

I am 51, and nothing has changed about Phoenix since I left Arizona at 18. Crooked deep south good ol' boy crap has always gone on in the Florida of the Southwest.

[@thelonelypamphleteer5722]

Good for you for fighting, and winning!!! Putting the Brady list cops names out there was a fight for every person in the city.

[@dianahollins2938]

Salute Dave & 15

[@AbNomal621]

The attorney filing the motion should be banned from any public service.

[@michaelccopelandsr7120]

When you fear integrity and accountability, you are NOT the good guys!

[@RidgeWalker-jw1rr]

You either hold your law enforcement to a higher standard than you hold your more basic citizens, or you get ready for more lawsuits coming out of your cities operating budgets.

[@RidgeWalker-jw1rr]

Because that's where the lawsuits get settled out of, the City operating funds for infrastructure, schools, maintenance...... the lawsuits don't come out of the police officers pockets. They come out of the taxpayers pockets, demand better from your law enforcement

[@TheChapelx]

This is part of a very concerning trend of attacks on the press. Raids on newspapers, lawsuits against news organizations and journalists, and more.

[@msbutterbeans]

I live in California but I’m following Full Disclosure. Kudos to you all! Thank you for this very important work. Are you familiar with the Constitutional Peace Officers and Sheriffs Association? Please look into that organization I think they’re doing good work but the one time I really needed their input and assistance as a member I didn’t get a call back.

[@aboutdawntoday]

We need the city employees charged directly when civil rights are violated especially since their actions cost the Arizona taxpayers so much money we need for other uses. They need to be required to know the law.

[@mwfmtnman]

Gee, color me shocked that a red city and state would violate the law.

[@netdragon256]

Withholding exculpatory evidence the way Phoenix did should be a jailable offense. I hope the prosecutor(s) is/are disbarred and police detectives lose their immunity. Also, Phoenix looks pretty corrupt.

[@xekimaneru5994]

This how dumb law enforcement is

[@PaulSteMarie]

How the heck does a police department have >100 officers on a Brady list? I would expect getting caught lying in court to be an immediate termination event.

[@davidlazerz8564]

Because ACAB. Period.

[@schnellfahren911]

Thank you for protecting the citizens of Phoenix and everywhere, something the police should be doing.

[@nitajean9885]

More than 100 Phx police are on the Brady list. Those are rookie numbers Phoenix, you gotta pump those numbers up!

[@Daniel58bjuyghbn37]

Kudos to ABC 15’s executives for backing up your newsroom.

[@lilmsgs]

Good guys won, this time. Keep up the good work

[@Richard-me2pq]

Phoenix Chamber of Commerce? You still want to sell your city as a great place to live?

[@lilmsgs]

@@Richard-me2pq Phoenix is a pretty great place to live

[@tessamoland797]

ABC15, I sincerely hope you know that your reporting is saving lives. Each and every time you expose the se heinous crimes, you are giving victims hope, dignity, and due process of the law. Today, it's false charges, but tomorrow can easily be a murder cover-up. Thank you for taking the victims and your work seriously.

[@mariyamwaniki]

I'm from Massachusetts. I subscribe to your channel cause your reporting and reporters are awesome.

[@michaelccopelandsr7120]

Keep fighting the good fight! Until these public servants realize integrity and accountability are values not to be feared, you are needed. Thank you for your service

[@d.v.kchaitanya1565]

Good Journalism keeps the government in check. This is a very good example of that.

[@ianbattles7290]

Cops - you are the bad guys if you fear accountability & transparency.

[@Bream243]

If the city of Phoenix can railroad that grandmother into jail, i suspect they believe they can do anything and it is OK because they have qualified immnity.

[@Autumnfaery2003]

Must fill those for profit prisons any way they can!!

[@evgenyapermekova8220]

I wish Mesa police department was taken apart into serious investigation absolute corruption.

[@veneno6388]

Good luck taxpayers. Between the dirty cops , there supervisors, and the command staff. You would think that the city attorney’s and the city management advising the mayor would not be dirty also . Damn shame.

[@scootermagee6680]

Was there any resolution to this case?

[@rickbraden4272]

I have seen many problems & shenanigans with the city of Phoenix. What a shame for a city to be that way.

[@thomasgirty6397]

IF A REPORTER CAN FIND THINGS THEN THE POLICE ALREADY KNOW IT. just covering up.

[@Bobalicious]

Some police departments act a lot more like criminal organizations.

[@buccizero]

3500.00. It isn’t their money.

[@bon9410]

Keep up the good work!

[@patmcbride9853]

Protecting the bad apples only makes people think the whole barrel is rotten.

[@kathyrambo2776]

POLICE STARTED IN A KANSAS TOWN ON SMALL PAPER NOW THEY ARE MOVING UP 😢

[@CarlosIowa]

ABC 15 ... keep up the good work. You aren't a thin blue line "protecting" the community. But you are a line to truth and justice. I thank you for your service!

[@davidkermes376]

the city "requested" info from the tv station?? look up what subpoena means.

[@JeffSearust]

When cops want to know why people hate them... Look in mirror.

[@paullopez6620]

Does a judge have to sign the subpoena? If so should that judge not face censor for signing off on it, because to me that means either the judge does not know the law properly or the judge willfully ignored the law.

[@MrJstorm4]

A want to know whi the hell issued the supina and why

[@MichaelKurse]

Maricopa County/ Phoenix need to taken over by the Feds. The Departments disbanded, and rebuilt from scratch.

[@fbksfrank4]

Update?

[@duanejones3396]

🐷🐽🐷🐽’s ... crazy a news station is reporting this lol

[@thomgorman]

This could only happen under Secretary of State Katie Hobbs.

[@scbane]

You mean the higher ups of the professional extortion blue line gang are desperately trying some CYA? No way! 😂

[@armageddonready4071]

CONTEMPT of COURT

[@MissionaryForMexico]

I would move out of Phoenix in a heartbeat!

[@michaelmacdonell4834]

ABC15 Arizona has changed my mind. Not every mainstream news outlet is a joke.

[@Don.Challenger]

A very poor city management having chosen foolish legal advisers to guide their stupid/vengeful childish actions. Some deep thought by voters before the next election is necessary.

[@navvet4518]

Take the law into your own hands.

[@thedagwood1972]

Imagine believing that the USA is actually a free country...

[@Michael-h5r3c]

Great reporting keep it up.

[@stevejones9062]

quacks like a duck looks like a duck, it sure isn't a cow.

[@latata381]

Best news channel evaaaaaa

[@mikeelek9713]

ABC15 - keep up your good work. All of us Americans need to fight any government efforts to weaken First Amendment rights.

[@stevecrow559]

But the police are the " good guys". Yea right

[@ronwade5646]

PPD, the Most corrupt police department in the Most corrupt state in the Onion!

[@MarcosElMalo2]

At least they aren’t trying to classify the newsroom as a criminal gang. Just the same, I’d avoid chanting “ABC” or using an umbrella.

[@timerickson7056]

Better pay ol Dave more $$$ or you'll lose him to a network

[@klipschorny]

Every cop, even the one you are related to, is a bastard.

[@patricktrimble7954]

I would have asked for a statement clarifying if it's not retaliatory per their statement, then what is it for and why waste tax dollars on it and 0 on police reform ?

[@bilalmuhammad9420]

Wow a media channel not corrupt?

[@jeremywhiteley]

Good job ABC15

[@triggermike41]

Who isn't suing PPD?

[@chuckpringle4860]

Phoenix seems to be one messed up city. Why don't the citizens fight back.

[@butch1dc]

Think about this. Investigative journalism is going more for the taxpayers than the very people who are paid to serve the taxpayers. In fact, it’s the very public servants that journalism is protecting the citizens from. It’s great but our public servants shouldn’t be preying on the very people they’re paid to serve