Officer(s) Involved: Probationary Officer Alexander James Stachura
Synopsis: Michigan State Police began investigating Officer Stachura in October 2024 after his wife reached out to the Meridian Township Police Department in Ingham County, Michigan.
Stachura was placed on administrative leave until criminal charges were brought and the Meridian Township Police Department “concluded his employment” on 10 December after his arrest.
Stachura, 38, from Williamston, was arraigned Wednesday, 11 December on three counts of possessing child sexually abusive material and three counts of using a computer to commit a crime, according to Michigan State Police.
If convicted, Stachura faces up to four years in prison for each possession count.
Outcome: Court records appear to show Stachura is currently awaiting trial or other case disposition as of 29 March 2025.
Case link(s): MiCOURT Case Search