A Wakulla County deputy sheriff was suspended with pay after his Taser accidentally discharged and struck a civilian Wednesday, July 14 at approximately 4:15 p.m.

The deputy sheriff was working a security detail at the BP Claims Office in Crawfordville.

The Taser discharged and struck a female BP employee in the upper body and back.  She was not seriously injured in the incident.

The Taser was shipped back to the manufacturer to determine if the weapon discharged due to a malfunction, according to Major Maurice Langston.

“We regret this unfortunate incident,” said Major Langston.  “I talked to her today and she is fine.  Thankfully the injury was minor.”

The incident is under administrative review.

..., WTF... I'd be thrown in jail if I tasered someone "

July 15, 2010     

WTF... I'd be thrown in jail if I tasered someone "accidentally", and I'm pretty sure it'd be with OUT pay. Looks like another Harvey cover up!! And I agree with Mr Allen... How can a taser hit someone in the back if its in the holster... Looks like a Captain needs to be let go.
Donnie Briscoe | 68.35.240.45 report abuse vote down vote up Votes: +2

..., Is Major Langston covering up some more dirty deeds

July 15, 2010     

Is Major Langston covering up some more dirty deeds in the Sheriff's Office? He seems to be getting real good at this! How can a tazer accidently go off when it is still in the holster and hit someone across the room standing up?? It can't, the officer must have been trying to impress someone! This officer seems to have a history of this with women. This matter needs to be investigated by someone other than the FOX! As reporters in the area we feel it is your responsibility to find out the truth and report same, even if it costs someone his/her job! Right now is seems Wakulla County need protection from the Sheriff's Office.

Richard Allen | 24.20.248.95 report abuse vote down vote up Votes: +2

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