This is not the worst abuse of power or misuse of taxpayer money, but it deserves an honorable mention for the sheer stupidity.

@tvdinner325

Жыл бұрын

The Sheriff should cover the costs and be fired.

@Hanzyscure

Жыл бұрын

@@tvdinner325 The Sheriff' was a lame duck finishing out his term after losing at the polls when he concocted this Fustercluck.

@bwtv147

Жыл бұрын

@@tvdinner325 Sheriffs aren't hired. They are elected.

@grimreaper7198

Жыл бұрын

@@tvdinner325 and go to jail

@netmaster88

Жыл бұрын

@@tvdinner325 or cover the costs and go on a 6 month paid suspension. That way he recoups some costs while on leave and learns hey don't do people favors without notifying them first. I mean really how hard would it have been for the sheriff to just knock and ask the builder hey do you have a minute to chat? My buddy is so and so and he said he ordered a car from you and has not heard from you. Do you have a status update you can share with me and maybe some proof of where it is in the process I can send my friend? I mean really they did not need to do a raid.

Why aren't charges being set against the Sheriff for Fraud Waste & Abuse of public funds? Fire Him.

@bones8057

Жыл бұрын

LOCK HIM UP?

@roberthudson1959

Жыл бұрын

The voters did just that.

@billmoran3219

Жыл бұрын

He’s already gone, in fact I think he did this action when he was a lame duck in office.

@patprop74

Жыл бұрын

they should be made to refund every dime spent including their on-clock time they got paid, with interest

@jamesbizs

Жыл бұрын

@@roberthudson1959 he was already retiring. The voters did jack squat.

If this is the final chapter, then it is a miscarriage of justice. Both the California and Indiana officials involved should be criminally prosecuted and should be required to personally compensate Frakes AND the taxpayers and lose their certifications. This is NOT a case of "no harm no foul".

@coreykirkpatrick4392

Жыл бұрын

No Indiana officials were actually invoked, The San Mateo Sheriff Deputies just flew out to Indiana, did not tell local Indiana authorities, and raided the his place. Which on it's own is a jurisdictional problem, and illegal. Only Feds have that sort of power, but even then the get local law enforcement cooperation.

@jamesbizs

Жыл бұрын

@@coreykirkpatrick4392 so the Indiana is judge that authorized it, is what? Make believe ?

@HOLYHOUSE

Жыл бұрын

I don't blame the Indiana officials. Sometimes you just have to trust the "other" side is working in good faith. The CA officials weren't. Blame is 100% on them.

@jcwoods2311

Жыл бұрын

​@@coreykirkpatrick4392 wrong Corey. Cass County Sheriff's department and Logansport PD provided logistical support(escorted San Mateo sheriffs) to Fiberglass Freaks and acted as "liaisons" for them during the illegal raid. Logansport PD and Cass County Sheriffs went in and supervised the search and detained the owner during their search. After the Logansport PD arrested the owner and took him into custody. Both Cass County and Logansport officers claim they didn't know what the specifics were. BS. If that's what you consider "not involved" in the raid I think you have a few screws loose😂. Both Indiana police agencies failed to protect their citizens from a rogue non-jurisdictional police action and participated in it by arresting the owner. I could have just said "you're wrong" but where's the fun in that?

@jcwoods2311

Жыл бұрын

​@@HOLYHOUSE As a resident of Cass County Indiana I'd expect my local police to at the very least look over the alleged charges with a critical eye and protect me from an illegal raid. The warrant had to come from and be signed off of by a Cass County judge, that warrant had to be brought by a Cass County or Logansport police department before that judge (I forget his name). This wasn't like a fleeing suspect crossed over into our county and asked for our police's assistance in apprehending them.

It’s good to know that absolutely no one will be held accountable for disrupting a honest man’s life and costing him hundreds of thousands of dollars he most likely doesn’t have. Every officer involved should be fired and barred from any position of authority from here out and charges should be filed on the retired sherif and anyone who wrote off on this mission of fear, intimidation, and official oppression.

@chrisgrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Жыл бұрын

I have a feeling this isn't the last of this case. I'm sure the owner of the company will file a suit against the sheriff's office, and those involved.

@sacrebleu1371

Жыл бұрын

​@@chrisgrrrrrrrrrrrrrr This case certainly deserves that ending.

What good is the report if those who abused their power (including those who tried to cover it up) aren’t held accountable? And still to this day refuse to acknowledge they did anything wrong? VOTE THEM OUT!

@javafiendx9428

Жыл бұрын

He was voted out. What is your point of putting vote them out?

@nitro_1986

Жыл бұрын

@@javafiendx9428 get rid of the county attorney and head of sheriff task force. Even till this day after getting caught, they still trying to cover things up and look the other way. They abusing their power as if the law doesn’t apply to them.

@HariSeldon913

Жыл бұрын

He should be serving time.

@Isabella-nh5dm

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear he was voted out. Has he been held accountable though? Both he and the jersey that asked for the 'favour' should be financially responsible for their actions.

@6996brandyl

Жыл бұрын

@@javafiendx9428 Your wrong, check your facts, he was retiring right before all this happen. This case had nothing to do with the judge retiring

Commissioner Gordon would have never let this 💩happen.

@ejay1118

Жыл бұрын

Commissioner Gordon would have never found out. Chief O'Hara and Bonnie would have handled it behind the scenes.

@eddyraye5825

Жыл бұрын

Actually, Batman would have handled it himself. Afterall, what is he, a wuss.

@TheMulToyVerse

Жыл бұрын

@@eddyraye5825 Gordon is a badass in his own right The problem is that Gordon turns a blind eye to vigilantism which in most situations is a crime itself. No authority, no jurisdiction… any and all instances could result in charges of assault, battery, false imprisonment charges… There are only a handful of people, even in Gotham that have the sheer wealth, access and fit the physical description of Batman In the Dark Knight graphic novel, it took Bane about 2 minutes to figure out exactly who Batman was, though Gordon can’t figure it out in 70 years despite having spent time regularly with both Bats and Bruce. Though it’s commonly believed that Gordon has actually known for a significant amount of time but sees the benefits as outweighing the negatives Which goes back to Gordon ~knowingly~ overlooking vigilantism, at least in part because he’s friends with the man behind the cowl, much like this guy is friends with the sheriffs brother and parlayed that into a favor The craziest thing is that in spite of all this nonsense the builder is still going to fulfill the contract even though the buyer missed a payment (which based on the contract pushed him to the end of the queue) but also even though he directly caused an unjustified and illegal raid. If anything would be allowed to terminate the contract, I’d think that this whole raid business would be it, yet he’s still going to fulfill the order… in 3 1/2 years… but it sounds like the delay is exclusively due to the acquisition of certain parts rather than any animosity toward the buyer

@dancalmpeaceful3903

Жыл бұрын

Oh bygora.......(Chief O'Hara)..

@mizzury54

Жыл бұрын

LOL!

Using police from another state as your puppets to get you a car you stopped making payments on. The only part of this story that isn't corrupt and dirty is the custom shop.

@billmoran3219

Жыл бұрын

Go see the whole story, the sheriff deputies in San Mateo used funds to travel across country to arrest the car builder.

Don't forget conducting police operations out side their jurisdiction. Everything they did out of state or even out of their county was illegal. This is something the FBI needs to be arresting police and office holders for.

@tommyblackwell3760

Жыл бұрын

I was hoping someone would point out the jurisdictional issue.

@elmerkilred159

Жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinking. Those cops are operating outside the law once they leave their county/state.

@trappenweisseguy27

Жыл бұрын

Don’t hold your breath waiting for Milquetoast Merrick Garland to stop obstructing justice and do his job.

@FnLn55

Жыл бұрын

I think it was reported a few months ago that those California cops got a warrant from a local Indiana judge. But that was before all the facts were known ... what a mess.

@yakamarezlife

Жыл бұрын

@@FnLn55 no no warrant was issued

So they waste all this money and no one gets punished??? I wonder how well they would respond to a home burglary for an average citizen?? Disgusting!!

@tvdinner325

Жыл бұрын

So much for budget cuts?

@tinknal6449

Жыл бұрын

It's not the board's duty to seek justice, that is for the courts. I hope the guy prevails in any lawsuits he files against those involved.

@elhoward7440

Жыл бұрын

Had my motor home broken into; San Jose police refused to investigate, just game me a case number for insurance. I didn't have theft insurance. "Then why are you calling us?" was the police response. Uh... because they left the tool they used to break in, and there might be some fingerprints?

@richwightman3044

Жыл бұрын

The way they always do. Show up afterwards and take a report.

@tripsix263

Жыл бұрын

we dont do THOSE KINDS OF INVESTIGATIONS

So, is there going to be Criminal Charges filed against the Ex-Sheriff & Buyer?

@Hanzyscure

Жыл бұрын

Of course not.

@johnthompson7548

Жыл бұрын

Bonta refused to.

@christophervillanti1417

Жыл бұрын

@@johnthompson7548 He should sue for his legal expenses and lost business..

@jonathanbair523

Жыл бұрын

Odds are this will be forgotten in a few days, and we will never hear of it again...

@thisolddog2259

Жыл бұрын

They Will investigate themselves and find no wrong doing while on paid administrative leave!

Who got fired? Who got sued for frivolously spending public tax dollars? I’m guessing the answer is no one. This isn’t a story at all, it’s a tragedy!

No charges for the cop? That does not seem fair.

Now fire the Sheriff and keep his pension.

@chartle1

Жыл бұрын

I believe he was already leaving. At the time his term was up in around 6 months. He lost his election and was a lame duck.

@tvdinner325

Жыл бұрын

@@chartle1 So, it didn't actually cost him anything? These law enforcement/fire chiefs move after a few years, to find that final job. They rack up OT and retire on the last year's income for their pension. I have a friend in CA, who retired with 105% of $250K per year! Just ridiculous.

@chartle1

Жыл бұрын

@@tvdinner325 yes as recall he was in an elected position and lost the reelection. So that was why he was a lame duck. No idea about a pension. I've been following this on another channel named "Steve Lehto" he actually talked to the guy making the cars.

They all need to be held accountable. The law should be blind of all influence and money.

@jonathanbair523

Жыл бұрын

Money talks louder then words sadly.... I agree with you money should not come into it, but sadly it dose.

@civilizationmeansdomestica929

Жыл бұрын

But the Mason's are in on it! Their own "rules" allow them to lie, cheat and steal (kill even) to protect their own (do some research into their "policies", they're disgusting)! How many lawyers, judges, politicians, bankers, cops, business executives, etc. are/were Masons? The Mason's are part of the 666 of Revelation! Islam and Roman Universalism are the other 6's. Jesus lives!!!!!

@kevint1911

Жыл бұрын

It is clear that the Batmobile builder is setting up a civil suit against the San Mateo Sheriff for this incident. That case will be the accountability aspect. Unfortunately the taxpayers will like bear the burden of this issue, but they can hold the sheriff accountable by voting him out of office. They could even recall him if they feel strongly enough.

@bradcrosier1332

Жыл бұрын

There is NOTHING stunning about the fact that the raid should have never happened. What is stunning is that these scumbags aren’t in jail. Oh wait, it’s Kommiefornia - there is no common sense to be found there.

@jamesbizs

Жыл бұрын

The guy was retiring. And he got voted out. And now he gets to relax with his cushy pension. Thats Justice ?

Aganostou didn't just "not receive the car he ordered." He failed to make payments on it for over half a year, and failed to answer when Racop called and asked what was going on. He only got angry and involved his cop buddy after Racop informed him that he'd started work on a paying customer's car after being ghosted by Aganostou. Then he tried to use his money and influence to compel Racop to work on his terms anyway.

@flat6fever680

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I was wondering what the back story was. They did not discuss that at all. Is the car still being built for the rich guy?

@juju-xx5xn

Жыл бұрын

If I were Mr. Racop I would just return the money to that idiot and be done with him. No car for you!

@barrag3463

Жыл бұрын

@@flat6fever680 as I understand it Racop simply stowed it in a garage as was. Hypothetically if the guy just paid up the work would've been resumed, but instead he decided to get the sheriff to go harass him (after attempting to sue Racop and getting his case thrown out by the judge because halting work and with-holding the car for non-payment isn't fraud, and something Racop had the right to do).

Lawyer for the city: "I guess I'm not trying to be cagey but it's not eminently clear to me that anything went wrong per se." What we see: A lawyer being cagey.

@JoeOvercoat

Жыл бұрын

And his version of justice & truth is recorded for all time on the Internet. It couldn’t be erased if he tried with everything in his power …even the cops couldn’t erase the recording of him being as slimy as they get. Thanks to channel 7 news and the Internet. We do have that.

Sheriff should be fired immediately and face criminal charges for harassment

@dalesuhre6522

Жыл бұрын

He is the FORMER County Sheriff.

@curiousgeorge5992

Жыл бұрын

@@dalesuhre6522 Still no arrest and trial for crimes committed

This news report failed to mention that the deputy DA Marie McLoughlin, that signed off on the warrant that was used for the sheriff to fly deputies to Indiana, refused to answer questions from the investigating judge. Steve Lehto of youtube channel "Lehto's Law" better explains what happened and the judge's investigation.

@bradarmstrong3952

Жыл бұрын

Love Steve's work on so many issues ...

Disgusting that nothing is being done to this sheriff and his abuse of power. Hope he can get some civil law suit going.

The sherif abuses power, intimidates a citizen and we all just laugh it off??

@ChristopherBurtraw

Жыл бұрын

In ANOTHER state, no less!

@xxmeanyheadxx

Жыл бұрын

@@ChristopherBurtraw i couldnt really believe what i was hearing seriously california cops used taxpayer money to travel across the country and kick down a door over a personal civil matter? where the f are the riots and l00ting???

@amandagardner565

Жыл бұрын

not all of us are laughing. hi from Australia, the abuse of power sickens me as much as the lack of justice for the victim.

@quesoblanco444

Жыл бұрын

Some police reform is needed

Did they punish him for misuse of police funds and force? This story is on abuse of power or you’re just protecting this criminal law enforcer.

@Easy-Eight

Жыл бұрын

The Batmobile business needs to file a lawsuit in California. Given the report, the Sheriff's office will have the taxpayers foot the bill. My guess is it will cost the taxpayers $350,000 to the plaintiff and $150,000 to the lawyers to settle out of court.

So why isn't the sheriff involved in this held accountable?

@jamesbizs

Жыл бұрын

Cause he got voted out . Within months of his planned retirement t

@rmxrider20032000

Жыл бұрын

So if you're retiring you can do this with impunity? Doesn't seem right somehow.

@sahhull

Жыл бұрын

@@jamesbizs retirement or not. He should still be accountable

I know the feeling of being afraid of the police after a false arrest. It's something that stays with you. The site of a police car or uniformed officer sends shivers down my spine.

@_DB.COOPER

Жыл бұрын

Put your big boy pants on. Smh…

@davidjohnson36st

Жыл бұрын

Just realizing that a group of individuals with the right to arrest you can fabricate anything as cause for arrest are freedoms are very limited unless we're famous politicians or overly wealthy individuals 2 things the police can do kill you legally an lock you up legal without to much push back if they are found in violation or just plainly did out of having a badge on

6 Months to Investigate. $55k to pay a retired Judge to tell us all what a Chanel 7 news Reporter, Reported! Great Job government! A further waste of Time and Money. The Sheriff should have this taken out of his Retirement. He is the one that got the ball rolling with the Stolen Car task force. The Sheriff is 100% to blame. It was his job to tell his buddy No I can’t do you a favor. He should have to pay! Hold the sheriff accountable

@ralfie8801

Жыл бұрын

The buyer should have to pay, if he hadn’t persisted with his lies, this never would have gotten started to begin with. Dude’s probably the ex speaker of the house’s cousin or something.

@charlesdoyle3630

Жыл бұрын

​@@ralfie8801 You are an idiot. Racop tried for 8 months to get in touch with the buyer to pay up to date. That caused the buyer to accuse Racop if fraud which there was no fraud

Thank you for the follow-up!

The sad part is..these hopped up county cops really thought they had jurisdiction halfway across the continent. Oh, and the county board tried to bury the report by making it "confidential" and hoping the people would not force them to release it.

People involved need to go to jail. This wasn't an accident or oversight.

@mikemiller659

Жыл бұрын

No no jail good grief !

So, nothing happens to the Sherriff for abuse of power? At least make him pay back the money spent on resources that the taxpayers are now stuck paying for!

@albeit1

Жыл бұрын

Triple damages. This should never happen again and that would send the message, as would firing everyone who participated in the raid and the coverup. But it won’t happen. It was all allegedly a mistake.

@billmoran3219

Жыл бұрын

Yeah what did you expect when it was investigated by an ex judge (attorney) who had to report on police, DA’s, other courts and officials . A big nothing burger, but he got paid 💸

I appreciate the work your team did on this. Mark Racop is a dear friend of mine, I'm glad for your help, and glad Mark was vindicated.

@RADEA3856

Жыл бұрын

Mark is a great guy! He was vindicated as we knew he would be BUT he has of yet to be made "whole" again. If he were to file civil litigation against the San Mateo Sheriff's Office there is no doubt he would prevail. They wouldn't be able to settle out of court fast enough! After what that jackass Anagnostou did to Mark he doesn't deserve to own one of Mark's creations.

@ToyKingWonder

Жыл бұрын

@@RADEA3856 Mark has more class than me. If it were me, I would keep Anagnostou's car on the back burner for 3 more years until I retire. Then refund his money, citing "health issues forced me to retire".

@bbb462cid

Жыл бұрын

@@ToyKingWonder and then drive that Batmobile around myself

@jeepanimal2943

Жыл бұрын

@@ToyKingWonder Nope, would have sent the money back and said Sorry, but No. Something Anagnostou probably isn't used to hearing.. Money cannot buy respect OR honor.

Don't forget about the Sheriff in Indiana who allowed out of state deputies do this to their citizen.

@darkwood777

Жыл бұрын

He was presented with a criminal warrant. He had no idea the judge and sheriff in California were lying about it not being a civil matter.

@howard7689

Жыл бұрын

California is already proven itself a corrupt entity it's the Indiana sheriff I believe should have known better.

@howard7689

Жыл бұрын

​@@darkwood777 he has resources available to him to find that out and a responsibility to his county . As it stands he's not fit to hold his office.

@JoeOvercoat

Жыл бұрын

@@darkwood777 you are being an apologist because it was plainly abuse of power - a quick read of the warrant says as much

The guy that started the whole thing should be made to pay for it all out of his own pocket.

Way to go Dan! I was afraid this was going to go the other way at first. This is just a microcosm of American justice.

Those dirty sheriff's need to b held accountable.. but no.. they will get away with breaking the law.. like always.. as long as it doesn't break a policy or procedure... It's fine.. stupid..

The Sheriff and his crony need to do some jail time once they pay all the restitution fees.

in this day and age you cant tell the cops from the criminals

@desertrat4532

Жыл бұрын

Fact !

@Hanzyscure

Жыл бұрын

There is a difference. Taxpayers fund criminal police behavior.

@mikeraposo77

Жыл бұрын

That's because more and more the cops. Are becoming the criminals

@juicyfruit6311

Жыл бұрын

Cops can legally shoot people and are protected by their union. Criminals aren't allowed to but do anyway.

@juicyfruit6311

Жыл бұрын

​@@HanzyscureUnion benefits and pension.

If you have never been SWATED you have no idea how traumatizing and humiliating it feels to have government agents bust into your sanctuary pointing guns and talking trash being completely disrespectful. 100% that man has PTSD from it.

Unfortunately, accountability will come at taxpayer expense as well....when SMC settles the inevitable lawsuit. This whole chain of events is disgusting.

just as with children when bad behavior goes un punished its repeated. I would withhold some part of the pension to pay for this.

$55,000 to write a report??? I’m getting screwed at my department.🤬

@billmoran3219

Жыл бұрын

Really an ex judge who’s probably collecting a fat retirement check every month , bilks the public of more funds.

@pegcity4eva

Жыл бұрын

Government gonna government

My heart goes out to this craftsman.People with the skills to make a Batmobile should never be rushed or pushed around.

@AttorneyBCollins

Жыл бұрын

There is an interesting story on this guy. The studio was going to sue him until they saw one of his cars. Then they granted him the exclusive right to build them. That's pretty impressive.

Probably so many other misuses and abuses of power we don't hear about, this one just happened to be one of the few lucky ones that got exposed. Good job ABC7 👍

@MishaMishaSoprano

Жыл бұрын

This is just one that got caught. Probably bau.

You could put Bolanos and/or Anagnostou on the hook... or just continue to let the taxpayers wear the burden.

If you want public trust, then hold them accountable.

@Notme-tq4xs

Жыл бұрын

They won't do that.

@whichgodofthousandsmeansno5306

Жыл бұрын

Some are trying, but it is an uphill battle when it is the lawmakers themselves conducting in the crimes, waste and fraud.

Freaking awesome! My father's third cousing Lamar Evans worked for George Barris and helped build the original. Spent a lot of hours perched on a bar stool in the corner of his garage. Haven't thought about it in five decades, based on the only1955 Ford Lincoln Futura ever made. His signature was eyes hand painted on the back of the rear view mirror by my Aunt Wanda.Thanks for the memories.

A civil justice case, abused by the criminal justice system

"Can you outline what went wrong?" Getting caught, that's what went wrong.

The question is why was everyone dancing around the topic. This was an illegal use of police, violating the law, as a favor to a friend of the Sheriff. It's a clear case of Deprivation of Rights under color of law (TITLE 18, U.S.C., SECTION 242) which they crossed state lines, with intent (because obviously San Mateo officers have no jurisdiction in Indiana). So @ABC7NewsBayArea - have you asked the US attorney for the area if they're prosecuting?

If you exclude all of the "NOs" given before they finally got their warrant, it is still abuse. But all the NOs they got first proves beyond a doubt that they KNEW what they were doing was wrong. Not that that wasn't already obvious but there is no way they can claim ignorance. But of course they will do nothing to the real criminals after spending all this time and money on the wild goose chase to punish/intimidate the guy that just wants to make Batmobiles.

All agencies involved should be held accountable and individuals need to repay all money lost for this shameful misuse of power. I just hope justice will be served.

Glad to be able to see the end of a story! $300k… that sounds like enough to be worth going after someone in a law suit.

The Sheriff should face criminal charges.

IF I was on a jury in a civil trial, I would have no problem awarding the builder the money is asking for.

I’m so glad I voted for Sheriff Corpus

Thank you so much for your reporting of this incident!

When my car got stolen in San Mateo County they did nothing. I had to find it myself weeks or months later all tore apart on someone else's property. I went back to the police, told them again what happened and where it was and they still did nothing! But I'm not some millionaire so I don't get the same treatment under the law there.

They will surely get sued

Batman opposed corrupt cops.

@MuzixMaker

Жыл бұрын

He sent them up the river.

@jeffwalters7404

Жыл бұрын

And yet one will eventually own a batmobile. Figure that one out.

The news should dig deeper into this and find out how much of the San Mateo tax dollars were wasted on this fiasco. Criminal charges should be brought against everyone involved in this mess. I would wish that Mr developer would pay his fair share of the money as well since he is ultimately the one who started this in the first place.

that county attorney should not just be terminated from his county job but a bar complaint should be filed and he should be suspended from the practice of law because of his dishonesty and lack of integrity.

that batmobile....aft all attn fees....cost a mere 1.5 million...plus expenses....wow!

Rich boys having fun. Now transparentency in banking when VC boys control the strings

I live down in So Cal but I have been following this story from the very beginning of your reporting - this is really what news and journalism should be; finding facts about government problems as well as interesting stories about the community. All the "big time" media should take a lesson from this on how to best serve the public, which in turn best serves the business (in this case the local ABC news) - nice work

How is it that officers from CA have the jurisdiction to “raid” a business in IN?? By what power is that permissable? 🤔🤔🤔🤔

@elmerkilred159

Жыл бұрын

It's usually the local cops who serve a warrant, and then the person is extradited to a state to go before a judge. Too bad the cops didn't try this in Oklahoma, or Arkansas, or Kansas... California would be missing four cops.

What an abuse of power. Congratulations to Mark Racop and Fiberglass Freaks. Now sue the Sheriff.

Justice is Blind. Nobody ever said the old broad was fair

@leviguerra858

Жыл бұрын

Maybe so, but it’s intended to be.

I hope a lawsuit is forthcoming. The shop owner is entitled to damages.

And yet again no one is held accountable. Because it is all corrupt

Inappropriate use of public funds

The original Batmobile is the coolest one

I’ve followed this story from the beginning. This investigative journalist is awesome. He helped bring this injustice to light, and helped an innocent man get the charges against him dropped. I wish more of the press was like this guy!!

I hope he gets a good bag.

That Sheriff should be fired. Miss use of City Funds.

@dalesuhre6522

Жыл бұрын

That is former Sheriff. He lost re-election in June. Also an investigation was done on his Department's issuing gun permits. 22% of the people who applied for a permit but we're not donors to his campaign got the permits while 88% of the people who applied for a permit and we're also a donor to his campaign got permits.

@javafiendx9428

Жыл бұрын

He was voted out.

That’s it? No accountability for the sheriff and it’s deputy’s? This is exactly the problem with these agencies abusing their powers. Local government does not hold them accountable for their actions.

The Gentleman from Fiberglass Freaks had $400,000 frozen, this caused him a huge hardship. I'd like to see him take action and be reimbursed the costs, damage to the reputation of his company and enough for the voters of the County who issued this action to do something about it by passing it along to those responsible. By the county suing those responsible directly (after Fiberglass Freaks sues them) - it would send a message by the voters that this kind of thing will not be tolerated, and it will hit officials where it hurts most!

@jamesrawlins735

Жыл бұрын

One thing that wasn't clear in this is why the guy that ordered the Batmobile didn't get his vehicle. Can you explain the first part of the story?

@jennythepixie677

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@@jamesrawlins735 He stopped payments, so lost his place in queue. Was contacted multiple times I believe, but failed to answer so other people who had paid or were continuing payments took priority.

@chrismustry9302

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@@jamesrawlins735 The car wasn't done, and he failed to keep up his end of the deal and make payments on time....his build got pushed further down the list behind paying customers. He will still get his car when it's finished, but his fuckery added at least another 18 or so months to the completion date.

You have to include Cass County as part of the problem. Attorneys charge $175 per hour in this small Indiana town and they despise the poor.

@darkwood777

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That's a good price for a lawyer. You should see what they charge elsewhere.

The sheriff's pension should be attached to recover the "stolen" funds.

That's not a conclusion. A conclusion would be every one involved in all of the crimes committed were to go to jail... Judges, prosecutor, the real estate agent, the sheriffs all of them need prison terms

" Holy Investigating Reporting Batman!" - Good job guys!

"Ensuring the appropriate expenditure of public funds should always be of the highest priority." That's exactly what civic-minded Adam West Batman would say!

@JoeOvercoat

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It absolutely sounded like something Batman would say.👍

@ZenoGy

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"...of the highest priority , old chum . " 🙂

Not much can be done regarding the sherrif, but Sam Anagnostou of Compass Real Estate is a working real estate guy who relies on people buying from him. Surely there are ways to make sure potential customers know what kind of person they will be risking the most expensive thing that almost anyone buys in San Mateo County. He's the one that called his pal the sherriff to have a guy arrested over a civil issue.

Way to ruin your career and reputation over your pals midlife crisis mobile. ‘Mommy I want my bat mobile NOW!!!’

how about we take atherton and sort of just push it into the Pacific ocean

@ababababaababbba

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thoughts?

Thank you for the update. So glad local news brought this corruption of the local law enforcement to the public’s attention. The sheriff needs to be held accountable for misspending taxpayer money and so that future sheriffs don’t replicate his unlawful behavior.

Just watched a video on Lehto's Law about this whole deal the other day about the shop in Indiana licensed by DC to build replica Batmobiles and the buyer who claimed theft or not providing goods sold on the car. What honestly amazes me about the whole deal is that another states law enforcement agency went to Indiana to arrest and bring back the car shop's owner. Along with a long list of miscommunication and not getting all of the facts.

SMH! $55,000 for a retired judge to find out what all the rest of us already knew!

$55,000 for a report from a judge???! What?!?

There should be jail time and lost wages and pensions for these criminals.

Why aren't these people being federally charged if they crossed state lines to commit racketeering?

Those look like very cool cars. I wish I had one. Anyone who devotes his life to making Batmobiles has to be an honest man.

He should sue for damages and loss of income. Against the guy who called the sheriff and the sheriff himself for wrongful persecution. He is owed his $350,000 in lost income because of this

Seems that the cops need to be fired and charged with operating outside their jurisdiction.

One can only hope this affects the pension of the sheriff. 😡🤬

The irony of this is astounding

This was an excellent piece of journalism 👏

Not listed are two who refused to be interviewed, including the putative purchaser of the car.

With no disciplinary action this whole investigation with the retired judge was a waste of time.

So disappointed that not even one reporter said "na-na, na-na, na-na, na-na, Batman!"....

Thanks for posting.

$55 thousand for her report?? Did she submit it on gold leaf?

DA and Buyer needs to reimburse money to San Mateo for the expenses spend for travel and investigation costs. They should not be allowed to abuse the justice system.