WESTLAKE, OH – A Brooklyn police officer is under investigation following an incident involving a hit-and-run and alleged assault. The officer, identified as Sergeant Paul Stein, reportedly collided with another vehicle while driving his black Chevy in Westlake. The driver of the other vehicle claims Stein fled the scene without stopping.
The driver, who was leaving work, recounted the harrowing experience. He described how the black Chevy abruptly cut in front of him, leaving no room for maneuvering. The resulting collision caused significant damage to his vehicle. Expecting the driver to stop, he was taken aback when the Chevy sped away.
As the driver pursued the fleeing vehicle, he recorded the chase, which reached speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour. The pursuit continued through Cleveland’s west side, with the Chevy reportedly running red lights and driving on the wrong side of the road. The chase ended at a gated parking lot, which turned out to be the Brooklyn Police Department.
Upon realizing the identity of the driver, the victim demanded accountability. He confronted Stein at the police station, seeking to address the damage to his car. However, the situation escalated, resulting in an alleged physical altercation. The driver claims Stein assaulted him, kicking and shoving him multiple times.
Determined to seek justice, the victim filed an assault complaint against Stein and reported the incident to the Westlake Police Department. Frustrated by delays in the investigation, he turned to local media for assistance, hoping to expedite the process.
The Brooklyn Police Department is now faced with the challenge of handling the case involving one of their own. The department has not yet released a statement on the matter, but the incident has sparked discussions about accountability and transparency within the force.
The investigation is ongoing, and the public awaits further developments. The community is keen to see how the department addresses these serious allegations against Sergeant Stein, as trust in local law enforcement hangs in the balance.