Tampa Police Chief Resigns After Dodging Traffic Ticket

Tampa Police Chief Resigns After Dodging Traffic Ticket

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The transcript describes an incident involving Chief Mary O'Connor during a traffic stop where she used her position to seek leniency. The body cam footage shows her interaction with the deputy. The mayor of Tampa deemed her behavior unacceptable, emphasizing that public figures should not exploit their positions for special treatment. Consequently, the city is searching for her replacement.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Chief Mary O'Connor show to the deputy during the traffic stop?

Her badge

Her ID

Her driver's license

Her police report

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason for Chief O'Connor and her husband being pulled over?

Driving a golf cart without a license plate

Speeding

Running a red light

Not wearing seatbelts

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Tampa's mayor respond to Chief O'Connor's behavior?

Called it unacceptable

Supported her actions

Ignored the incident

Promised an investigation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What message did the mayor convey regarding public figures and special treatment?

They should not ask for special treatment

They deserve special treatment

They should be above the law

They should be treated like everyone else

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of Chief O'Connor's position?

She is being replaced

She has resigned

She is still in office

She is on leave