Fired deputies land on growing list, alongside cops who lied

EVERETT — Dozens of criminal cases could be in jeopardy after the Snohomish County sheriff concluded two of his deputies cut corners, disregarded constitutional rights and were dishonest about it.

Both deputies were fired last month.

In a move the incoming sheriff called “outrageous,” the Snohomish County prosecutor sent letters notifying defendants of allegations against the deputies, months before the current sheriff’s internal investigation was completed.

“That’s just not OK in my world,” Sheriff-elect Adam Fortney said. “That is a complete lack of due process.”

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