Four Georgia State Troopers have been fired after a Georgia Department of Public Safety investigation found they tried to profit from injury claims linked to police pursuit crashes.
Investigators say the troopers shared crash reports with an attorney, who then filed claims against the drivers’ insurance.
The investigation began in January 2026 after concerns were raised about troopers filing personal injury claims following pursuits. The department’s Office of Professional Standards reviewed multiple incidents and found a pattern involving the same group of troopers.
The department says the troopers started pursuits and, in some cases, used PIT maneuvers to bring the chases to an end. After the crashes, they allegedly sought money through civil claims connected to those incidents.
The department determined the actions violated policy and ethical standards, leading to all four troopers being terminated.
In a statement released by the Georgia Department of Public Safety, the department said the troopers’ actions do not reflect its values. “The actions of these few individuals do not reflect the core values of professionalism and trust that define our agency,” the department said.
Several details remain unclear, including the identities of the fired troopers, how many incidents were involved, where the troopers worked, whether any insurance payouts were made, and if the attorney could face legal action.
The department said it will continue to uphold strict standards for its officers, emphasizing accountability and integrity in its public safety mission.
