A TikTok video featuring Corporal Francesco Marlett and an unidentified woman in a marked police cruiser’s backseat has raised concerns about the Prince George’s County Police Department. The video, which has gone viral with over 2.4 million views on TikTok, shows Marlett and the woman outside the cruiser in Oxon Hill’s Southlawn neighborhood. Another video captures them getting into the backseat together, though its content remains unknown.
In response to the viral video, the department’s Internal Affairs Division launched an investigation into Marlett’s actions. Chief Malik Aziz promptly suspended Marlett’s police authority upon learning of the matter, expressing concerns about its impact on the community and the department’s reputation.
Marlett has faced previous controversies, including child abuse and assault charges in 2016 related to his girlfriend’s three-year-old son. He received disciplinary actions within the department, such as a denied promotion and a $1,500 penalty. However, these charges were later dismissed, and his record cleared. Additionally, Marlett faced allegations of domestic abuse in 2019 and 2023, which the department investigated and found to be unsubstantiated.
The incident has also affected Marlett’s family, with his wife, Paula Marlett, acknowledging the situation on Facebook and describing it as “embarrassing and painful.” She has appealed for community support and respect during this challenging time.
The Prince George’s County Police Department now faces the task of rebuilding public trust and ensuring its officers uphold the highest standards of professionalism as the investigation unfolds. The outcome will significantly impact how the department addresses the incident’s implications for the community and its personnel.
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