Complaints against Pierce County, WA Sheriff Keith Swank could launch 3 investigations

The Brief

  • Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank faces potential investigations over complaints linked to his social media activity.
  • Swank’s former employer, Seattle PD, recommended his termination for bias and unprofessionalism before he left the department.
  • The outcome of the certification review could lead to penalties, including revocation or suspension of Swank’s certification.

PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank could be under multiple investigations after several complaints came out against him, along with disciplinary action from his former employer, the Seattle Police Department.

What they’re saying:

Sheriff Swank is the subject of three separate certification cases, according to the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC).

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