When Cops Turn Criminal
Synopsis
On Christmas Eve 1993, Officer Sammy Williams demanded $10,000 from drug dealer Terry Adams, leading to an FBI investigation into police corruption in New Orleans.
Synopsis
New Orleans in 1993 is a city gripped by drug violence and police corruption. Officers like Sammy Williams exploit their positions, demanding protection money from local dealers. FBI agent Stan Haton leads an investigation into the New Orleans Police Department, uncovering a network of officers colluding with drug lords. As the FBI steps in, the department faces a reckoning. The documentary details the efforts to dismantle this corruption and restore integrity to law enforcement in the city.
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Why Watch
- See how drug lords controlled police in New Orleans.
- Meet FBI agent Stan Hatton tackling police corruption.
- Find out what led to the reforms in the NOPD under Chief Pennington.
Did You Know
- In 1993, drug lords in New Orleans had significant power over police officers.
- Officer Sammy Williams demanded $10,000 from drug dealer Terry Adams on Christmas Eve.
- The FBI's involvement in New Orleans was prompted by rampant police corruption.
- The New Orleans Police Department fired multiple rogue officers to clean house.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the demand made by Officer Sammy Williams to drug dealer Terry Adams?
Officer Sammy Williams demanded that Terry Adams, known as Scaboo, pay him $10,000 cash by 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve.
What role did the FBI play in addressing police corruption in New Orleans?
The FBI became involved when it became clear that the police could no longer police themselves, leading to investigations into corrupt officers.
What changes were made to the New Orleans Police Department under Chief Pennington?
Under Chief Pennington, the New Orleans Police Department revamped its practices and fired more rogue cops.
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