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flag Hanceville, Alabama, disbanded its police and court systems Feb. 12, 2026, over corruption and misconduct, transferring duties to the county sheriff.

flag Hanceville, Alabama, dissolved its police department and municipal court on February 12, 2026, following corruption allegations and a grand jury report recommending abolition. flag The move comes after multiple officers were arrested on felony charges related to evidence tampering and misconduct, and a dispatcher’s death during the investigation. flag The city’s assets and evidence were transferred to the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office, which now provides public safety through deputies on voluntary overtime. flag Noland Bradford was appointed mayor as the city works on rebuilding law enforcement, with the timeline and size dependent on insurance and budget availability. flag Residents expressed mixed reactions, and officials continue developing a long-term plan, building on efforts started by former Mayor Paul Campbell.

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