Fred Moody Sues Fairfield Over Police Force | Portland Maine News

A civil rights lawsuit is unfolding as Fred Moody accuses Fairfield police and Officer Joseph Kibbe of excessive force during a mental health call in September 2024. Moody, who was cooperative and not under arrest, claims he was handcuffed too tightly and asked to be loosened — instead, Kibbe allegedly escalated by drawing his Taser and threatening him. At the hospital, Moody remained handcuffed face-down in the cruiser, where Kibbe reportedly slammed the door on his head, causing serious injuries including neck fractures and a concussion. The town and department have yet to respond. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.wmtw.com/article/maine-man-files-civil-rights-lawsuit-against-police-department-alleging-officer-broke-his-neck/73757754 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8e8975cc2336080b Report issues to [email protected].