'I violate every policy': Police LGBTQ+ liaison officer in Kentucky under fire amid civil rights lawsuits
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As Northern Kentucky prepares for Pride amidst a potential second Trump administration, Covington Police Officer Doug Ullrich faces scrutiny over civil rights violations. Serving as an LGBTQ+ liaison since 2023, Ullrich has been sued multiple times for excessive use of force during traffic stops. His suitability for the role, which holds personal significance due to his LGBTQ+ identity, is in question after a recent federal lawsuit involving a Black LGBTQ+ man being pulled through a window during a traffic stop. City officials express their commitment to inclusivity despite these controversies.
The LGBTQ+ liaison role, which was the first of its kind in the area, symbolizes a commitment to inclusivity, but recent controversies have put this into question.
Officer Doug Ullrich, once seen as a beacon of hope for the LGBTQ+ community, is now criticized for allegedly violating the civil rights of a Black LGBTQ+ man.
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