He's The Dumbest Cop I've Ever Talked About // The Thomas J. Mascia Scandal
Summary
Ray William Johnson recounts the true story of Thomas, a New York state trooper who shot himself in the leg to win back his ex-girlfriend. After fabricating a violent encounter with a non-existent suspect, Thomas received a "hero's walkout" and massive public sympathy. However, investigators quickly uncovered inconsistencies in his story and GPS data, leading to his arrest and a six-month jail sentence.
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Sponsor: La Bola Negra Film
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Introduction: The Cop Who Shot Himself
The Motive: Winning Back His Ex
Planning the Staged Shooting
Executing the Plan and Filing the Report
The False Story and Hospital Visit
The Massive Manhunt for a Non-Existent Shooter
The Hero's Walkout and Public Reaction
Thomas's Post-Incident Research
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Investigation: Inconsistencies in the Evidence
Discovery of the Gun and Search History
Arrest, Plea Deal, and Sentencing
The Ex-Girlfriend's Reaction and Restraining Order
Sponsor: Figs Scrubs
Sponsor: La Bola Negra Film
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