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Jarid Rankila served as a police officer with the Superior Police Department from July 2021 until his seperation in 2024. During his tenure he came under scrutiny after an April 2024 incident report that conflicted with body-camera footage, raising serious credibility issues and leading to the dismissal of 40 criminal cases. District Attorney Mark Fruehauf make the decision not to charge Rankila for any crimes.

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Separation of Officer Jarid Rankila – Superior Police Department (2023–2024)

Officer Jarid Rankila separated from the Superior Police Department following a misconduct review that resulted in the dismissal of several criminal cases. District Attorney Mark Fruehauf declined to file charges, and the City of Superior finalized administrative employment actions in accordance with policy.

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Douglas County DA Dismisses 40 Cases Over Superior Police Officer Credibility Concerns (Nov. 22, 2024)

Douglas County District Attorney Mark Fruehauf dismissed 40 cases — including 26 felony drug cases — after concluding he could not rely on the credibility of Superior Police Officer Jarid Rankila’s reports and testimony about an April 13, 2024 arrest. Rankila resigned from the force on September 30, 2024. The DA said the dismissals are necessary “in the interests of justice,” even though he does not believe he can prove intentional falsification beyond a reasonable doubt.

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