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Alabama police officer put on leave after arrest

FLORENCE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Florence Police Department stated an off-duty officer was arrested Saturday.

According to the FPD, the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 disturbance call involving an off-duty Florence police officer and another person.

After an on-scene investigation and talking with witnesses, the FPD said the off-duty Florence Police officer, Evan Thornton, was arrested for alleged third-degree domestic violence.

Thornton was booked into the Lauderdale County Detention Center and had a $5,000 bond.

The FPD said Thornton has been placed on administrative leave.

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