Today, a Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) member was arrested on charges stemming from providing false statements to federal investigators during their ongoing investigation into the incident at the US Capitol on January 6, 2021. Lieutenant Shane Lamond, a twenty-four year veteran of MPD, was indicted on one count of obstruction of justice and three counts of making false statements. Details related to his improper conduct will be made available during the court proceedings. We understand this matter sparks a range of emotions, and believe the allegations of this members actions are not consistent of our values and our commitment to the community.
This is only part of the process, and upon conclusion of the criminal proceedings, our agency will complete an internal investigation into this incident. Our intentions are to remain transparent while affording a fair process to the involved member. Lamond was removed from his assignment and placed on administrative leave in early February 2022 as MPD cooperated with the federal investigation from the onset of this investigation.
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