Glasgow police release body cam footage to refute viral complaint

Police release footage to restore public trust

GLASGOW, Ky. (WNKY) – Glasgow police released body camera footage Wednesday to refute a social media post that alleged an officer disrespected a veteran during a traffic stop, a claim that local officials say was entirely false.

The controversy began earlier this year when Royce Bunch posted on Facebook that his friend, a veteran, was pulled over on the way to the dump and asked for leniency on a speeding ticket. In the post, Bunch claimed the officer replied, “I’m not [a veteran], so it doesn’t mean anything to me.” The post quickly circulated online, raising questions about how local officers were treating veterans.

Barren County Sheriff Kent Keen said he initially investigated the matter because the complaint was submitted to his office.