V-FCFCU-2025-0021: Procedure / Evidence
Executive Summary
Evidence spoliation: Interior security cameras unplugged during contested retrieval
Key Facts
- Date:
- Actor: FCFCU ()
- Context:
Summary
Interior security cameras were unplugged during a contested removal period, potentially constituting spoliation of evidence.
Elements Checklist
- Evidence of unplugging/tampering (Video #46)
- Direct identification of actor (Ms. Abbott)
- Forensic log verification
Legal Basis
- Evidence preservation duties; sanctions doctrine
Facts & Timeline
- 2025-12-09 (10:46 AM): Video #46 captures Ms. Abbott (Plaintiff Associate) entering the room, photographing camera setups, and searching under the desk.
- 2025-12-09 (10:48/49 AM): Mrs. Abbott is seen manipulating cables behind the desk; visual feed immediately terminates.
- Spoliation Intent: The deliberate act of disconnecting the surveillance bridge during a contested move-out window suggests an attempt to hide activities occurring after the Defendant’s forced departure.
Disposition
Decision:
- Keep