Sgt.
Mattingly, 48, was shot in the leg by
Mattingly was recently reprimanded by the chief of police for an email he sent in September that was critical of department leadership. He has been with
Mattingly's plans to write a book about the Taylor case set off a storm of criticism on social media earlier this month. The book's publishing house,
Mattingly said in a statement that the
“I’ve never taken lightly the responsibility that comes along with serving the great citizens of Louisville,” Mattingly's statement said. “It’s my hope and prayer, that moving forward, our city can heal and unite. My plan was not to move on from this calling, but in the best interest of my family, the time has come."
The statement continued, “The current DOJ investigation into the department played no role in this decision. I have great faith in the men and women of LMPD, who selflessly give of themselves, to continue to serve this community in a professional and unbiased manner.”
Mattingly fired six of the 32 shots in the raid at
Mattingly was shot in the femoral artery, but has recovered. Two other officers who fired shots, Cosgrove and
Mattingly will be due his full police pension after serving more than 20 years on the department.
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