[09/30/2026 – Stafford County, VA] – According to published reporting, Sgt. Jeremy Hurt faces charges of involuntary manslaughter and reckless driving following a fatal August 2025 crash on Interstate 95 in Prince William County. These charges are purely allegations, and throughout this process he maintains full entitlement to the presumption of innocence under the law. Stafford County deputies are authorized to perform Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) maneuvers, and Sgt. Jeremy Hurt was fully trained and certified to perform the procedure. National Center for Police Defense is supporting Sgt. Jeremy Hurt and his family as he defends the case.
“When an officer faces criminal prosecution for actions arising from the performance of his duties, the entire case deserves a careful and fair examination,” said Bert Eyler, Vice President of National Center for Police Defense. “Sgt. Hurt deserves what every American is entitled to: a fair process, a careful examination of all the evidence, and the presumption of innocence.”
National Center for Police Defense has long advocated for law enforcement officers facing legal and public scrutiny arising from actions taken while performing their duties. The organization also works to educate the public about the realities officers face when making rapidly evolving, high-stakes decisions in the field. National Center for Police Defense will be following Sgt. Hurt’s case and provide its supporters with information as the judicial process moves forward.
As the case is actively progressing, Sgt. Hurt, alongside his legal team, will refrain from debating evidentiary matters within public media channels, remaining confident that the full set of facts will be properly established inside a court of law. The organization urges community members to withhold judgment until all pertinent facts and testimony are formally presented during judicial proceedings, ensuring Sgt. Hurt receives ample opportunity to mount a thorough defense.
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The National Center for Police Defense (NCPD) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing legal assistance, financial support, and advocacy for law enforcement officers who are facing prosecution or financially burdened due to actions taken in the line of duty. Since its founding, NCPD has helped many officers and their families navigate challenging legal landscapes, ensuring they receive the defense and dignity they deserve. For more information, visit nationalcenterforpolicedefense.com
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