In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno and co-host Ely Alfonso welcome John Mattingly, the former Louisville Metro Police officer deeply involved in the Breonna Taylor case. John provides a raw and insightful perspective on the shooting and the media’s role in distorting the truth. He discusses the critical importance of vigilance and preparedness, the need for a proactive Public Information Officer, and the challenges posed by body cameras and misinformation. John reflects on how his life was upended by media disinformation, the personal and professional struggles he faced, and what he would change if given another chance. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in understanding the complexities of high-profile cases and the impact of media on law enforcement.
Time Stamps:
00:00:00:00 - 00:01:04:06
Teaser
00:01:04:06 - 00:03:06:15
Intro
00:03:06:15 - 00:21:23:19
John’s background & the Breonna Taylor shooting
00:21:23:19 - 00:24:18:21
Complacency & being prepared
00:24:18:21 - 00:27:40:03
The importance of a proactive Public Information Officer
00:27:40:03 - 00:31:14:18
Lies & body cameras
00:31:14:18 - 00:44:15:11
The misinformation of the media
00:44:15:11 - 00:53:26:24
How John’s life changed after the media’s disinformation
00:53:26:24 - 01:02:38:16
How John managed the struggle
01:02:38:16 - 01:10:41:07
John’s reflection on the shooting: what he’d do differently
01:10:41:07 - 01:44:36:17
Irreparable reputational damage, improper training, & administrative betrayal
01:44:36:17 - 01:47:52:17
Outro
