After interviewing and an background check Kasey Shaver began his tenure as Allen Police Chief on Thursday, September 9 ^th .

A warrant was issued in Tillman County, Oklahoma a week later on September 16 ^th concerning an incident which occurred in Frederick, Oklahoma on July 25, 2021.

On that date the Frederick Police Department arrested Tarian Finley (female) on the charge of indecent exposure. She was taken to the county jail where staff requested the assistance from the County Sheriff’s Office when Finley refused to comply. Deputy Shaver responded and, with the assistance of a male jailer, attempted to place Finley into a cell. Finley resisted and was forced to the ground by Shaver. She was released, stood, and began to walk away. At that time Shaver tased Finley in the back. She dropped to the ground and was brought into compliance.

The warrant issued on September 16 ^th charged Shaver with Assault & Battery With A Dangerous Weapon and bond was set.

On the advice of their attorney, the Allen City Council has set a meeting to review the facts and determine how to proceed. The safety of Allen and its citizens is always of top concern and priority. Currently Allen is under the protection of Sheriff John Christian and the Pontotoc County deputies. If you need assistance call the Pontotoc County Central Dispatch and an officer will be dispatched. If it is an emergency, call 911.