Arrr, Louisville officer stands by tale o' Scottie Scheffler's capture, even as charges be walkin' the plank!
2024-05-30
Arrr, me hearties! Det. Bryan Gillis o' Louisville PD be sayin' he be havin' no quarrel wit' Scottie Scheffler, but still stands by his arrest like a true buccaneer. The seas be calm for now, but who knows when the storm be brewin' again! Arrr!
In the language of a 17th-century pirate, the Louisville Metro Police Department detective involved in the incident with Scottie Scheffler at the PGA Championship released a statement after all charges were dropped. Detective Bryan Gillis stuck to his story, claiming he was dragged by the car, went to the ground, and sustained visible injuries. Gillis expressed sympathy for the family of John Mills, the Valhalla Golf Club volunteer who lost his life in the chaotic situation. Scheffler also issued a statement, emphasizing the misunderstanding and holding no ill will towards Officer Gillis. However, tensions arose when Scheffler's attorney called it a false arrest, leading to disputes over the details of the incident.Despite the conflicting narratives, video evidence revealed inconsistencies in Gillis' report, showing that he was not dragged by Scheffler's vehicle as initially claimed. The situation escalated as both parties defended their versions of events, with Scheffler citing impatience and confusion during the encounter. Gillis expressed a desire to continue serving the community amidst the distractions caused by the events, including his humorous mention of damaged $80 pants at the end of his statement.The incident led to corrective action against Gillis for failing to follow protocols, ultimately culminating in the charges being dropped. As Scheffler moves on from the incident, he looks ahead to upcoming golf tournaments, including the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 in North Carolina.