When Cincinnati police arrested William DeFoor after Secret Service agents said he smashed windows at Vice President JD Vance's home, an officer refused to file a felony charge.
Officer Antonio Evans knew the 26-year-old had schizophrenia and believed his mental illness should factor into the charging decision. Days later, the 12-year veteran was disciplined by the department for his decision.
Records obtained by The Enquirer through a public records request reveal a behind-the-scenes dispute between local police and federal agents, showing that concerns about DeFoor's mental health shaped the case long before it reached a courtroom.
Enquirer reporter matthewcupellimedia breaks down what to know. Read the full story at the link in our bio.
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