Deputy Arrested for Tracking Device Misuse

0:00A 37-year-old deputy with the Hillsboro County Sheriff's Office just got hit with serious charges. Justin Thornsbury, who's been on patrol services, was arrested Tuesday, April 7, after a domestic violence probe uncovered him slapping a tracking device on someone's car without their okay. Earlier this week, on April 4, detectives jumped on reports of misconduct tied to a personal beef. They dug in and found the tracker links straight to Thornsbury and what looks like a messy relationship fallout. Thornsbury has seven years under his belt with the sheriff's office, but now he's suspended without pay while they sort this out. It's a tough hit for the department, shining a bad light on one of their own. He's facing three counts, unlawful use of a two-way communication device, installing or using a tracking device or app, and straight up stalking. No word yet on bail or court dates. The investigation is still rolling, so expect more details as the sheriff's office drops updates.

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