An Alabama police officer was arrested after faking a shooting and distress call

An Alabama police officer was relieved of duty and charged after a “stolen valor” hoax, according to his chief.

Birmingham officer Keith Buchanan was arrested Thursday after an internal investigation found Buchanan likely faked a call for help and injuries while on duty in July.

He’s been charged...

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