New York Democratic Governor Kathy HochuEll said she is calling for a state investigation into Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley in connection with bodycam video released from a recent traffic stop.
Doorley, a Republican who reportedly switched nominations from the Democratic Party in 2015, was caught driving 55 mph in a 35 mph zone in the town of Webster, New York, on April 22.
Records show the district attorney did not make a stop, and an officer followed Doorley with lights and sirens on about half a mile to his home. Video obtained by WXXI and other outlets through a Freedom of Information Act request shows an officer walking down the driveway and into Doorly’s garage, where he parked his vehicle.
As the argument with the officer escalated, Doorley called Webster. police chief Dennis Kohlmeyer asked her, “Can you please tell her to leave me alone?”
“I don’t really care,” she said at one point.
“If you give me a traffic ticket, that’s fine. I’m the one who prosecutes it. Just go ahead and do it,” Doorley says. The officer replied, “I don’t understand the hostility. I understand you’re coming on business.”
“And half the time I was on the phone with Dennis and telling him ‘Why are you dragging me?'” she says.
“In the beginning, you don’t even need to talk on the phone,” says Adhikari.
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Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorly is seen in body camera video during a traffic stop on April 22, 2024 in Webster, New York. (Fox News)
The district attorney says, “I’m free. Of course. You should know the law.”
The officer says, “If it’s hands-free, it’s great. But at the end of the day you were going 55 in 35. That’s 20 miles over the speed limit.”
“It’s fine. Do you know what I’ve been dealing with all day? Three murders in the city. And do you think I really care if I’m going 20 miles over the speed limit?” Doorly asks.
The officer can be heard saying, “I’m just doing my job. If you saw my lights you stopped, which obviously you did.”
Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley, left, was referred to investigation by New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration over a recent traffic stop. (Getty Images)
Doorly says, “I thought you were going somewhere else because I thought no one would ever pull over a black SUV if you ran my plates.”
The officer says, “I didn’t run your plates. I just ran your plates. And then I’m chasing you because you’re not stopping so I had to get wind of dispatch.”
The officer asks Doorly to come outside, but the District Attorney refuses, saying she is waiting for the officer to leave. He says he’s waiting for the supervisor to arrive because “that’s what my chief told me to do.”
Sandra Doorley thanks her supporters during her remarks after being re-elected as Monroe County District Attorney on November 7, 2023 in Henrietta, New York. (Imagine/Democrat & Chronicle)
Doorly calls the officer an “a-hole” and tells him to “get out of my house”, as the officer is heard saying as she continues to ignore his orders to come out.
Hochul said she is “referring Doorley to the Prosecutorial Conduct Commission following the release of police bodycam footage in which she is claiming she is above the law, using her public office to avoid responsibility.” Attempt, and is acting in an unprofessional manner towards a police officer.” his job.”
“District Attorneys are responsible for prosecuting Criminal and traffic offensesand must perform their duties with the highest ethical standards,” Hochul said in a statement obtained by Fox News Digital.
The governor said Doorley was “breaching his responsibilities as a district attorney and undermining his ability to hold others accountable for violating the law,” adding, “We continue to support those in law enforcement.” Very grateful to the men and women who wear the uniform.” Every day to protect the safety of all New Yorkers.”
Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley delivered her statement before the sentencing and urged Judge Julie Hahn to sentence Kelvin Vickers to life in prison without parole. (Imagine/Democrat & Chronicle)
The State Commission has the authority to “review and investigate the conduct of prosecutors” through a full range of investigative functions, including holding hearings, subpoenaing witnesses, requiring the production of documents, granting immunity, and regarding sanctions. Involves transmitting findings of fact and recommendations. Concerned Advocates Grievance Committee.”
The all-Democrat Rochester City Council also wrote a letter to New York Democrats asking Attorney General Letitia James to investigate, saying that the incident “has led us to question his fitness to serve as district attorney.”
Doorley released a statement Thursday recalling how she was “driving home after a busy day at work” and admitted that “I was not paying attention to my speed on Phillips Road in the city of Webster.”
“Less than a half mile from my neighborhood, I saw a Webster police car behind me. Once I realized that the car intended to pull me over, I called the Webster Police Chief to inform him that I There is no danger and that I will talk to the officer at my house down the street,” she said. “The Webster police officer followed me to my house and issued me a speeding ticket for going 55 mph in a 35 mph zone.”
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“I admitted that I was speeding and I accepted the ticket. By 1:00 pm the next day, I pleaded guilty and the ticket was referred to Webster Town Court because I accept responsibility for my actions. I believe in acceptance and had no intention of using my position to gain advantage. No one, including your District Attorney, is above the rule of law, even traffic laws. ,” Doorly said.
“Anyone who knows me understands without a doubt that I have dedicated my entire 33-year career to protecting this community,” he said. “My work to ensure the safety and respect of law enforcement has been proven time and again. I stand by my job and my commitment to the public safety of Monroe County.”
