It is the lack of a search warrant or arrest warrant that sends me a red flag.
No search or arrest warrant and then arrested for obstruction of justice? Depending on the facts of the case and laws, Police might be on shaky ground. Certainly possible grounds for a lawsuit against the department.
You said — It is the lack of a search warrant or arrest warrant that sends me a red flag.
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Well..., you don’t have to say that to me (LOL...) ... unlike many FReepers that I see posting here... I contend that even if he did steal the money, and he was a confirmed and convicted criminal, five times in the past — and it’s sitting in a shoebox in his bedroom, that they still need a search warrant... :-)