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Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Yahoo
Oklahoma Motorcycle Cop Pulls Sheriff Over For Speeding
Read the full story on The Auto Wire We hear stories of friction between some police departments and sheriff's offices, but bodycam footage of a cop pulling over the sheriff for speeding, who proceeds to chew him out for the audacity is something footage was shared by the local Fox news station in Oklahoma City as an OKCPD motorcycle officer first clocks a white Chevy Tahoe going 58 mph in a 45 zone, then pulls it over. As he officer approaches the driver's window, he realizes the driver is Sheriff Chris West of Canadian County. Apparently, Sheriff West has a reputation for being a bit of a jerk. Immediately, the officer tells the sheriff his intention is to just write him a warning. But it's obviously the sheriff is miffed at this. When the motorcycle cop returns with the written warning, that's when Sheriff West says something about when he was a state trooper, he 'never did this,' referring to 'when (he) stopped cops.' While the audio isn't clear, it sounds like the sheriff says he didn't even issue a warning to fellow law enforcement as 'a professional courtesy.' A lot of people don't like that because it's the rules for thee, but not for me mentality, a double standard that cops don't have to obey the same laws as everyone else. After all, we can guarantee if we were caught doing 58 in a 45 mph zone, we'd just get a ticket, not a warning. Yet the sheriff is incensed that he gets a warning, which comes with zero consequence. Is he just insulted that he instead isn't congratulated, given a cookie, or told he's doing a great job? In response to the little temper tantrum the officer is subjected to, he tells he sheriff he could 'just not speed' and there would be no problem. That's when Sheriff West says he isn't going to contact OKCPD's chief to complain, which could be taken as a veiled threat. The officer responds to that, telling the sheriff, 'You're as big of a jerk as I heard you are.' Apparently, the guy's reputation precedes him. Watch the entire bodycam footage for yourself here. Image via WICS ABC NewsChannel 20/YouTube Join our Newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube page, and follow us on Facebook.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Yahoo
Oklahoma Motorcycle Cop Pulls Sheriff Over For Speeding
Read the full story on The Auto Wire We hear stories of friction between some police departments and sheriff's offices, but bodycam footage of a cop pulling over the sheriff for speeding, who proceeds to chew him out for the audacity is something footage was shared by the local Fox news station in Oklahoma City as an OKCPD motorcycle officer first clocks a white Chevy Tahoe going 58 mph in a 45 zone, then pulls it over. As he officer approaches the driver's window, he realizes the driver is Sheriff Chris West of Canadian County. Apparently, Sheriff West has a reputation for being a bit of a jerk. Immediately, the officer tells the sheriff his intention is to just write him a warning. But it's obviously the sheriff is miffed at this. When the motorcycle cop returns with the written warning, that's when Sheriff West says something about when he was a state trooper, he 'never did this,' referring to 'when (he) stopped cops.' While the audio isn't clear, it sounds like the sheriff says he didn't even issue a warning to fellow law enforcement as 'a professional courtesy.' A lot of people don't like that because it's the rules for thee, but not for me mentality, a double standard that cops don't have to obey the same laws as everyone else. After all, we can guarantee if we were caught doing 58 in a 45 mph zone, we'd just get a ticket, not a warning. Yet the sheriff is incensed that he gets a warning, which comes with zero consequence. Is he just insulted that he instead isn't congratulated, given a cookie, or told he's doing a great job? In response to the little temper tantrum the officer is subjected to, he tells he sheriff he could 'just not speed' and there would be no problem. That's when Sheriff West says he isn't going to contact OKCPD's chief to complain, which could be taken as a veiled threat. The officer responds to that, telling the sheriff, 'You're as big of a jerk as I heard you are.' Apparently, the guy's reputation precedes him. Watch the entire bodycam footage for yourself here. Image via WICS ABC NewsChannel 20/YouTube Join our Newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube page, and follow us on Facebook.
Daily Mail
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Trooper's savage response to sheriff after pulling him over in traffic stop
A dramatic roadside encounter between an Oklahoma City police officer and the sheriff of neighboring Canadian County has exposed tensions between lawmen on opposite sides of the jurisdictional line. The clash began when Sheriff Chris West was pulled over just days after appearing alongside president Donald Trump in the Oval Office for the signing of an executive order to 'unleash'" law enforcement agencies. The incident occurred on May 2, when OKCPD stopped West for allegedly driving 58mph in a 45mph zone on Mustang Road — just outside Oklahoma City limits. But the moment the officer approached the vehicle, it was clear he recognized who he'd pulled over — and that this wasn't just any traffic stop. 'You're the sheriff, aren't you?' the officer asked through the window. The officer then told West he planned to issue only a warning. 'My intent was just to write you a warning,' he said. 'Can I go back and write you a warning?' Sheriff West, who patrols Canadian County — which borders the west side of Oklahoma City — didn't seem thrilled about leaving a paper trail. 'Do you need to? I'd rather there not be anything documented,' he responded. The city officer pushed back. 'Nothing documented? Is it an election year?' he asked. 'Go get your piece of paper,' the sheriff snapped, making it clear he wasn't in the mood for games. Tensions simmered as the officer returned with the warning, reiterating: 'My intent was just to write you a warning from the start.' That's when West, a former state trooper, fired back. 'Well, here's my deal,' he said. 'You know, I'm a retired trooper. I never did this. When I stopped cops, as soon as I found out... (inaudible)' 'You could just not speed,' the officer shot back. Sheriff West argued he was on official county business at the time. 'This is a county vehicle and I'm working right now,' he said. 'No different than you going somewhere else. Listen, I'm not going to call your chief and complain.' Oklahoma City Police later confirmed that West had no emergency equipment activated — raising further questions about his claim he was on duty. The showdown then took an even sharper turn when Sheriff West brought up 'professional courtesy.' The officer didn't mince words. 'Well, just as 'professional' and 'courtesy,' you're as big of a jerk as I heard you are,' the city officer snapped. 'Have a better day.' West later downplayed the incident in a comment to FOX 25, saying he was pulled over and received a warning, adding that the bodycam video 'spoke for itself.' But the footage has fueled fresh scrutiny over the sheriff — who has made headlines before. As of now, the identity of the OKCPD officer who pulled over West has not been publicly disclosed. A longtime figure in Oklahoma law enforcement, West served nearly three decades with the Department of Public Safety and retired from the Highway Patrol in 2012. He became Canadian County Sheriff in 2016 and served as president of the state Sheriffs' Association from 2021 to 2022. He also drew national attention for attending the January 6 rally at the U.S. Capitol, saying he went as a private citizen and had no involvement in the riot that followed. He further made waves for proposing a 'Sheriff's Posse' — a rapid-response group of civilian volunteers tasked with defending life and property. Just days before the traffic stop, West had been at a high-profile meeting with former President Donald Trump on April 28, where sheriffs from across the country gathered to support a new law enforcement executive order.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
Canadian County Sheriff pulled over for speeding, issued warning
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – The Canadian County Sheriff was recently caught on camera after being pulled over where he asked for a professional courtesy. He has since said he should've responded differently. In a video from Oklahoma City Police, a motorcycle officer can be seen pulling over the Canadian County Sheriff Chris West near SW 15th St. and Mustang Rd. The posted speed limit in that area is 45 mph, West was stopped driving 58 mph. LOCAL NEWS: 'We were all filling up with water': Man out of thousands after using pump with bad gas In the video, West is heard speaking with the officer regarding the stop and how he'd rather 'not be documented'. The officer proceeded to give West a warning. West has since responded saying, 'I got stopped for speeding and was issued a warning. I should've said 'I apologize, thank you and be safe out there Officer''. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
26-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Building Wealth Young, New Orleans Students Secure Scholarships and First Investment Accounts at 2025 Young Financial Leaders Expo
The 2025 Young Financial Leaders Expo in New Orleans focused on financial literacy, offering students from eleven local schools hands-on experience and cash prizes. The event emphasized wealth-building and career opportunities in finance, awarding over $2,500 and IRAs to participants. New Orleans, LA, United States, March 26, 2025 -- The 2025 Young Financial Leaders (YFL) Expo, hosted by Wall Street Connection at Southern University at New Orleans, concluded with a powerful message: financial literacy and wealth-building are not just concepts but life-changing opportunities for students in New Orleans. The event, which attracted interest from eleven local New Orleans schools (up from four schools in 2024), brought together aspiring young professionals, educators, and industry leaders and awarded over $2,500 in cash prizes, providing young students with their first individual retirement accounts (IRAs). Through the success of this event, Wall Street Connection doubled down on its unique mission to address financial literacy gaps in New Orleans by creating spaces for youth to gain hands-on experience relevant to college preparation and pursuing a gainful career in financial services & advisory. 'Having built my career in investment banking and private equity, I've gained financial stability and opportunities I never imagined growing up in New Orleans,' said Chris West, President & Director of Wall Street Connection. 'Now, it's my mission to ensure students in our community have early exposure to these life-changing career paths.' The highlight of the day was the Edward F. Frank Award presented by JP West (Insurance, Risk Management, and Surety), a $1,000 first-place scholarship, which was awarded to Team Apple (McDonogh 35). Team Lululemon (McDonogh 35) secured second place, earning a $500 scholarship provided by NewCorp. Taking home third place, Team Amazon (Bricolage Academy) earned $250. Additionally, a special sponsorship from NewCorp ensured that all student participants received real money to invest through their first Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)—an initiative designed to instill long-term financial planning habits from an early age. Bricolage Academy Educator Ms. Burgess said, 'I'm incredibly proud of our students and how they leveraged our Maker Studio at Bricolage Academy to prepare for the YFL Expo. This space is designed to go beyond basic arts and crafts—it equips students to innovate, problem-solve, and build real-world skills that can impact their futures. This highlights the power of hands-on, experiential learning.' 'At Wall Street Connection, we're committed to closing the financial literacy gap in New Orleans,' said Curtis Johnson, Treasurer & Director of Wall Street Connection. 'Financial literacy alone isn't enough. True wealth building requires financial knowledge paired with stable and strong income sources. Through the YFL Expo, we're giving students the tools to understand and leverage both.' Wall Street Connection extends a heartfelt thank you to Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) and Dr. Igwe Udeh for providing an exceptional venue and supporting this initiative. Additionally, Wall Street Connection is deeply grateful for this year's sponsors - JP West (Insurance, Risk Management, and Surety), NewCorp, Inc., Golden Web Capital, The Container Companies, Sean Blondell Law Firm, Blaylock Van Investment Bank, Don A. Rouzan & Associates, Faith Works, Omni Wall Street Advantage, and New Orleans City Councilmember Lesli Harris. Lastly, Wall Street Connections extends thanks to the judges who gave their time to engage with students; they represented a number of businesses including Ragsdale Holdings, LongueVue Capital, New Orleans BlackChamber of Commerce, Maroon Venture Fund, Detangled, NewCorp, Inc, Omni WallStreet Advantage, and University of New Orleans. 'I'm committed to giving back to New Orleans because this city shaped who I am,' West added. 'Providing young people with the resources and mentorship I wished for at their age isn't just an opportunity—it's a responsibility I'm honored to fulfill.' For more information about Wall Street Connection and future events, please visit or follow us on Instagram at @WallStConnection. Contact Info: If there are any errors, inconsistencies, or queries arising from the content contained within this press release that require attention or if you need assistance with a press release takedown, we kindly request that you inform us immediately by contacting [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our reliable team will be available to promptly respond within 8 hours, taking proactive measures to rectify any identified issues or providing guidance on the removal process. Ensuring accurate and dependable information is our top priority.
