SUMMARY: Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey is under investigation concerning his role in the acquittal of former Capitol Police officer Steven Frederick for DUI. Bailey's department is also being scrutinized for a “Goon Squad” that committed serious abuses against suspects. Frederick, who dated Bailey's daughter, crashed a state vehicle while under the influence. Despite evidence of his high blood alcohol level, the trooper who arrested him failed to appear in court, leading to case dismissal. Frederick was released from jail shortly after his arrest by a sheriff, without bond, allegedly at Bailey's request. Questions arise about whether Bailey influenced the trooper's court absence.

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