Domestic Violence Survivor Calls for Independent Investigations into Police Misconduct and Systemic Failures in Arizona’s Family Court System

The leaked document titled "CORRUPTION COMPLAINT" presents a detailed account of alleged misconduct by Shawn Tyler Freeman, a SWAT operator with the Mesa Police Department in Arizona. The complainant, Erin Gerlach, describes a pattern of abuse and systemic corruption affecting her and her daughter, Brooklyn Freeman.

Summary of Key Allegations

• Abuse of Power: Shawn Freeman is accused of using his position to harass and intimidate Erin and Brooklyn, including making false allegations against Erin while she was incarcerated.
• False Criminal Charges: Erin faces serious criminal charges for crimes she did not commit, allegedly fabricated by Shawn and his colleagues to discredit her and divert attention from his own misconduct.
• Custody Manipulation: Despite documented abuse, Shawn fraudulently obtained custody of Brooklyn by means of deception, perjury and fraud on the court, depriving her of her civil rights and constitutional protections.
• Systemic Corruption: The document alleges that Shawn's connections within law enforcement and the justice system have shielded him from accountability, enabling a pattern of misconduct and abuse.
• Ongoing Retaliation: Efforts to report these issues to various authorities have been thwarted, with complaints redirected to Mesa PD’s internal affairs, where no action has been taken.

The document concludes with a plea for justice, urging recipients to assist in holding Shawn Freeman and the involved agencies accountable for their actions.

This complaint highlights concerns about accountability within law enforcement and their abuse of power. It serves as a call for transparency and justice in cases involving public officials.

Community Demands Accountability

Community advocates are calling for immediate and independent investigations into the actions of both Shawn Freeman and Judge Charlene Jackson. Specific demands include:

• A full investigation by Arizona POST into Freeman’s conduct and law enforcement certification
• Criminal charges and inclusion on the BRADY list for Freeman for perjury, fraud on the court, and official misconduct
• A federal investigation into the Arizona Commission on Judicial Conduct and its failure to act on credible complaints
• Review of all police reports and sworn statements by Freeman for dishonesty and misuse of authority
• Notification of Freeman’s conduct to Conviction Integrity Units within Maricopa County’s legal offices

“The State of Arizona and the City of Mesa have enabled Freeman to use public resources to settle personal vendettas,” said Gerlach. “This is a systemic failure that has harmed countless families.”

How the Public Can Help

• Share this story on social media to raise awareness
• File a formal complaint with Arizona POST
• File a complaint with the Arizona Commission on Judicial Conduct
• Sign the petition to recall Judge Charlene Jackson
• Contact elected officials, including Attorney General Kris Mayes, Governor Katie Hobbs, and Presiding Judges Joseph Welty and Ronda Fisk

Media Contact & Interview Requests

Erin Gerlach is available for interviews and can provide all supporting documentation upon request. For media inquiries, please contact: Bridgette Anderson via email. 

Email Bridgette to see the entire leaked document CORRUPTION COMPLAINT.