
Columbus Police Officer Daimon Scales Placed on Desk Duty Pending Investigation
Columbus, Ohio – A Columbus police officer, Daimon Scales, has been placed on desk duty while an internal investigation is underway, according to the Columbus Division of Police.
The department confirmed that Scales was relieved of active duty following an incident that occurred off duty in the early morning hours of August 17. However, officials have not released specific details about the situation.
“Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, we are unable to provide further information at this time,” said Columbus police spokeswoman Caitlyn McIntosh.
When an officer is relieved of duty in Columbus, they are required to surrender their badge and firearm, and they are reassigned to a desk position at police headquarters until the case is resolved.
This case highlights ongoing law enforcement accountability issues in Columbus, Ohio, drawing attention from residents and community leaders.