A fascinating TikTok clip has thrust the Prince George’s County Police Department into the spotlight. This viral video reveals Corporal Francesco Marlett in a surprising situation inside a marked police car with an unidentified woman. The online world has exploded with chatter, and the department is moving swiftly in response.
In this eye-catching video, which has taken TikTok by storm with over 2.4 million views, we witness Marlett and the mystery lady standing beside a police car in Oxon Hill’s Southlawn neighborhood. The camera captures the moment as they both step into the back seat, shutting the door behind them, and leaving us all eagerly wondering what unfolds next.
The department’s Internal Affairs Division has sprung into action, launching an investigation into Marlett’s conduct. Chief Malik Aziz wasted no time suspending the officer’s police powers as soon as he got wind of the situation on Tuesday. Chief Aziz did not comment on his feelings on the matter. He acknowledged that this incident has stirred up a whirlwind of emotions within the community and cast a dark shadow on the department and its dedicated officers. He emphasized that he expects every officer to carry themselves in a way that maintains the agency’s sterling reputation and the county’s honor. Aziz also made it clear that he takes this matter extremely seriously, reassuring Prince George’s County residents.
Marlett isn’t new to controversy. In 2016, he found himself in hot water at the department over allegations of child rape and assault involving his girlfriend’s three-year-old son outcome resulted in Marlett missing out on a promotion and facing a $1,500 fine. Eventually, the charges were dropped and his record was corrected. Additional allegations of domestic issues in 2019 and 2023 further tarnished Marlett’s record. The department conducted investigations into these claims, concluding that they were unfounded.
The ripples of this action extend beyond Marlette; His family is also mentioned. Paula Marlette, who claims to be the officer’s wife, took to Facebook to share her thoughts on the tragic ordeal. He described it as “shameful and disturbing” and called for the support, love, and respect of the community and their families, admitting he was aware of the situation unfolding
As the investigation continues, the Prince George’s County Police Department faces the daunting task of restoring public trust and ensuring officers maintain the highest professional standards. Findings from this study will help guide the Department’s strategy to address this issue and understand its effects on local communities and its employees.