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Ala. cop arrested for using pepper spray on fellow officer

Officer Shaun Deane was arrested Thursday in connection with the 2015 incident

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Officer Shaun Deane.

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By Police1 Staff

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - A Birmingham officer was arrested after using OC spray on his co-worker.

According to Al.com, Officer Shaun Deane was arrested Thursday in connection with the 2015 incident. He was charged with use of a noxious substance.

The officer who was sprayed recently chose to sign a warrant against Deane, according to ABC-33.

“There were some questions whether it was intentional or horseplay, but regardless it was inappropriate behavior that was a violation of department policy,” Sgt. Bryan Shelton told the publication. “An investigation was conducted and disciplinary actions were taken.”

The case is ongoing.