Independent Community Policing Review Board Public Hearing on In-Custody Death of Allan F. Tucker II - July 6, 2026

Note on Date Discrepancy: The agenda and transcript indicate the meeting was held on June 29, 2026. However, the instruction for this summary specifies a meeting date of July 6, 2026. This summary follows the instruction while noting the discrepancy.

The Independent Community Policing Review Board (ICPRB) held a public hearing to review the administrative investigation into the in-custody death of 27-year-old Allan F. Tucker II, who died on August 15, 2025, while in Alexandria Police Department (APD) custody. The hearing included the auditor's presentation of findings, public testimony from family and community members, board discussion, and a vote to recess and continue deliberations at a later meeting. The meeting lasted from 6:30 PM to approximately 9:00 PM, with the board voting to recess just before 9:00 PM to continue on July 1, 2026.

Consent Calendar

• Call to Order and Roll Call: All members present except Darrlynn Franklin (excused). Chair Deborah Porter made an opening statement acknowledging the Tucker family.
• Approval of Meeting Agenda: Approved with an amendment to change agenda item #9 from "Board decision and vote regarding Auditor’s Investigative Report" to simply "Board action." Motion by Suzanne Berkey, seconded by Alexis Stackhouse, passed unanimously.
• Adoption of Public Hearing Procedures and Rules: Motion by Alexis Stackhouse, seconded by Jules Tamegue, passed unanimously.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Sandra Jones (mother of Allan Tucker): Stated that reading the auditor's findings was one of the most painful experiences of her life. She called the officers' actions a failure of compassion, urgency, and humanity. She urged the city to monitor funding for the Alexandria Sheriff's Office until meaningful accountability and reform are demonstrated. She also criticized Sheriff Sean Casey for deflecting responsibility.
• Mac White (bonus father): Expressed deep hurt, noting that Allan's pleas for medical help were ignored. He asked for meaningful change so no other family endures similar pain.
• Dante Jones (older brother): Called for criminal charges against Officers Chelsea Henry and William McGuinness, and criticized Chief Tarek McGuire as a failure. He also complained about the return of handcuffs and seatbelt to the family as evidence.
• Danielle Tucker (cousin, via phone): Expressed heartbreak and called for full implementation of the auditor's recommendations.
• Dana Lawhorn (former APD officer, 27 years): Argued that the auditor's recommendations regarding the Sheriff's Office exceed the legal scope of authority under Virginia Code and the city ordinance. He urged the board to stay within its jurisdiction.
• Felicia Tucker (family member): Thanked the auditor for integrity, but insisted the Sheriff's Office must also be held accountable. She stated she forgives but believes officers should be punished.
• Fatima Alexander: Criticized lack of communication and transparency from APD leadership throughout the process. She asked what accountability looks like if families feel unheard after nearly a year.
• David Parker (Human Rights Commission member): Called for termination of the officers and for the Commonwealth's Attorney to file charges.
• Alice Pope: Praised the auditor's thoroughness, but stressed the need for procedural changes and interagency MOUs, including with the Sheriff's Office.
• Tyreek Jones (brother): Accused Detective Jamie Trainer of misconduct regarding the return of evidence and insensitive comments. Criticized Chief McGuire's leadership.
• April Breslau (Vice Chair, Human Rights Commission): Noted that City Council has budgeted for a comprehensive study of the Sheriff's Office, and urged that the auditor's concerns be considered in that study.
• Keith Watson (friend): Stressed that Allan asked for help and was denied; called for justice.
• Wesley Pope (friend): Thanked the board for pushing for change despite limitations.
• Jaquela Porter (family): Spoke about the need for change, particularly for people with disabilities.
• Vic Glassberg (civil rights attorney, 50 years): Defended the auditor's report as legally within scope and commended it.
• Miranda Fields: Questioned why officers did not follow CIT procedures and why phones are allowed in the Sally Port. Called for bans on personal phone use when individuals are in custody.
• Sierra Norfleet (loved one): Stated that justice delayed is justice denied; demanded equal treatment, not special treatment.
• Brittany Tucker (sister): Read excerpts from Chief McGuire's doctoral dissertation about humanity and dignity, then asked where that humanity was for her brother. She called for criminal charges and firing of the officers, and noted that APD vehicles lack interior video.

Discussion Items

• Auditor's Presentation: Amaratu Kamara, Independent Policing Auditor, presented a 10-month investigation. Key findings:
  • Sustained findings against Officer One (Chelsea Henry): Violations of medical care, prisoner transport, body-worn camera, and AR-620 (city administrative regulations).
  • Sustained findings against Officer Two: Violation of body-worn camera policy.
  • Sustained findings against Officer Three (William McGuinness): Violations of body-worn camera and AR-620 (profane statement toward sheriff's deputies).
  • Sergeant: No policy violation found, but the auditor left open the possibility of board review.
  • Organizational recommendations: Refresh training on body-worn cameras, revise medical care and transport policies, implement dash cameras, re-establish a detox center or ensure access to diversion options, and explore partnerships with Fire/EMS for medical screenings.
  • Systemic/interagency recommendations: Independent review of the Sheriff's Office regarding delayed intake and 45-minute shift change, and creation of an interdepartmental work group to clarify roles during critical incidents.
  • The auditor stated that disciplinary recommendations were made to the Chief of Police but are confidential under state FOIA.
• Board Discussion: Board members expressed condolences and asked detailed questions.
  • Member O'Toole (retired law enforcement) highlighted a gap in supervision and requested further review of the sergeant's performance.
  • Secretary Berkey asked about training frequency and compliance checks; the auditor noted that her recommendations include full training on body-worn cameras and transport policies.
  • Vice Chair Stackhouse raised concerns about the lack of public transparency regarding the auditor's disciplinary recommendations. She also noted discrepancies between the Sheriff's Office press release (claiming no criminal wrongdoing) and the auditor's findings.
  • Member Lewis discussed the need for transparency around officers' disciplinary histories and asked about oversight of the CERT (Critical Incident Response Team) detective. The auditor clarified that detective Trainer is not part of APD and complaints go to the Commonwealth's Attorney.
  • Member Tamegue asked about the status of the officers (returned to active duty after OPR and Chief's review) and the need for data to measure success of policy changes. The auditor confirmed APD does not currently collect data on medical requests during transport.
  • Chair Porter asked about policies for interval checks of individuals in custody; the auditor noted AR-620 covers duty of care but no specific interval recommendation.

Key Outcomes

• Motion to Recess: At 8:56 PM, with time running short, the board voted to recess the meeting and continue on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM virtually. Motion by Vice Chair Stackhouse, seconded by member Tamegue, passed by majority (all in favor, no opposed noted). The recess means the board will reconvene to conclude discussion and take action on the auditor's report.
• Pending Actions: The board is expected to decide among four options: (1) concur with the auditor's findings, (2) advise that findings are not supported, (3) request additional investigation, or (4) refer the case to the Commonwealth's Attorney. The board also discussed the possibility of reviewing the MOU and ordinance to address transparency limitations.
• Directives: The auditor recommended that the board consider further review of the sergeant's actions. The board noted that interagency coordination with the Sheriff's Office must be addressed, and that City Council funding for a Sheriff's Office study (led by Vice Mayor Bagley) should incorporate the auditor's findings.