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Full Blown Constitutional Crisis Comes to a Head in Lafayette County, MS
Vigilante Investigative Reporter details out alleged large scale conspiracy by the State of Mississippi and Lafayette County Officials to intimidate, manipulate, obstruct, and defeat the due course of Justice in multiple courts. He says it amounts to a full scale attack on the Constitution and if left unchecked, poses one of the largest threats to society as a whole!
On Tuesday June 28, 2022, just prior to a scheduled Chancery Court Hearing commencing, Matt Reardon was taken into Custody by Lafayette County Sheriffs Department due to an arrest warrant that stemmed from the Mississippi Bureau of Investigations on June 27th.
Reardon was charged with Aggravated Stalking after he walked in to Oxford, MS City Hall with a camera phone to record the publicly accessible spaces and then request public records. Something Reardon says is called a First Amendment Audit and is completely protected as being constitutional under the First Amendment including a plethora of Federal case law backing that up. The sole issue that State and Local Officials relied upon in their filing of this Felony Charge against Reardon was a restraining order that was taken out in 2017 by the then Mayor-Elect, Robyn Tannehill, whom they alleged was inside of City Hall at the time Reardon entered, although no contact was made nor did Reardon even attempt to make any type of contact with.
After the initial $10,000 appearance bond set by Circuit Court Judge Kent Smith was revoked at the request of the District Attorneys Office, Reardon sat confined and fully deprived of his freedom and liberty for 3-months time. Over the course of that time, Reardon was hit with several orders and timely deadlines requiring his response to ongoing litigation in not just one, not even two, but three separate courts, both State and Federal. Unfortunately the conditions of his incarceration would ultimately deprive and prevent him from providing his response within the timeframe required by each Court. Of these included a Motion for Dismissal coincidentally filed the DAY AFTER Reardon was arrested (June 29, 2022) where the State of Mississippi sought the dismissal of an ongoing Federal Lawsuit that Reardon had filed back in April alleging a plethora of Civil Rights Violations stemming from an alleged Conspiracy involving State and County Officials, along with Employees of Communicare. Reardon had until September 15, 2022 to respond to the pending motion, however he was unable to respond to the States Motion for Dismissal due to the conditions of his incarceration and a lack of resources or ability to do so.
What strikes even more of a “coincidence” is that Reardon was currently Appealing the denial of his Post Conviction Relief Petition which raised multiple alleged fatal flaws and Constitutional Rights Violations in an attempt to directly challenge his Plea in 2017. This appeal had been filed and assigned to the Mississippi Court of Appeals, and the court was awaiting Reardon’s submission of a corrected motion for rehearing after Reardon asked the Court to recall his timely filed motion in order to fix certain discrepancies and printing errors. On June 27, 2022, just days after Reardon made this request, orders reportedly came down the Chain of Command for The Mississippi Bureau of Investigations to Charge Matthew Reardon with one count of Aggravated Stalking, a Felony Charge. Due to the confinement that would follow with his bond now revoked, Reardon was unable to submit the necessary Motion for Rehearing into the Court of Appeals in order to keep his Appeal alive and potentially going before The Mississippi Supreme Court via a Writ or Certiorari. A successful reversal or relief granted on the appeal would potentially be a major issue for the District Attorney’s Office in that this new charge REQUIRES a previous similar conviction within the past 7 years in order for them to bring such a serious charge. A potential make or break moment for the District Attorney’s Office. A June 28th arrest, however, would stop Reardon from his opportunity to prevail on appeal and would effectively seal the deal for the County and the State in more ways than just one
On August 24 with Reardon nearing 2 months incarceration, he received a third and final order. This order would come from Lafayette County Chancery Court Judge Robert Whitwell regarding lengthy litigation involving Reardon’s first born child that has seemingly dragged out in and out of the court house for years. This order would essentially close out Reardon’s claims presented to the court in an order of dismissal with prejudice after he was unable to argue it’s facts and merits on June 28, 2022 when he was taken into custody prior to walking into the courtroom in Chancery Court. Prior to walking into the courtroom Reardon was advised that the Judge had ordered all entering be searched for any cell phones or recording devices, however, this move was unprecedented as it had never before been ordered and required. Furthermore, Reardon claims that such an order was aimed solely at him, that it authorized an unlawful search and seizure in violation of his Fourth Amendment Rights, and was unenforceable as the Court never first sought permission of such a requirement by the Supreme Court in advance as would be required. In the order Reardon received August 24th, Whitwell claimed among other things that not only was Reardon’s visitation rights with his daughter severed, but his joint legal custody of his daughter was severed by the court. Reardon would ultimately be on the time-clock to dispute the ruling with 30-days to do so. Unfortunately as with the other required responses, Reardon found himself without the ability to do so due to his confinement. See the order for yourself below
On September 30, 2022 and At the strong advisement of his public defender based upon risks at trial beginning with the State and County exploiting loopholes in their own criminal statute and applying uncanny political influence, Reardon offered a plea of guilty and was given 5-Years unsupervised probation (non-reporting) along with him being banished from Lafayette County for the same period of time. This marks the second time now Lafayette County has applied Wild West Justice and told Reardon to get out of town. Reardon says he was set on taking this matter to trial, seeking full vindication on the alleged charge, however he was advised that his best viable option to regain his freedom was to take the plea and agree to the banishment due to uncertainty that would come at a jury trial, the highly influential people involved, and the testimony given by the 8 individuals that testified against Reardon at his preliminary hearing which led to the revocation of his bail.
The following day after Reardon was released from the Lafayette County Detention Center following his 3-month stay, he formally addressed the matter for the first time while ripping into the local news agencies for grandstanding and capitalizing on a matter that should have been heavily scrutinized and furthers shielding information that should have been disseminated to the public. This is what Reardon had to say:
“I plan on giving a more detailed response in the upcoming days regarding the serious legal matter that resulted from my walking into Oxford, MS City Hall on June 20, 2022 to conduct what I clearly stated was a Constitutionally Protected and completely harmless 1st Amendment Audit of the inside of City Hall as an Independent Journalist. In the meantime I need to stress a few things that have been weighing on my mind. I know my actions were clearly self evidenced in the video below which was uploaded to YouTube the same day, and the absolutely despicable charge of aggravated stalking levied against me 1-week later. Then there is the revocation of the initial appearance bond given, followed by the subsequent incarceration of me for 3 months during a time when my wife and kids needed me the most which demonstrate without a doubt the largest grandstanding overreaction by Lafayette County and it’s officials. The completely biased articles written by Magnolia State Live and HottyToddy.com and The Oxford Eagle show one side of everything which was HIGHLY doctored and manipulated. To make matters even worse I have no doubt that the latest unfair and completely biased attacks are far from over. I believe the resulting damage caused by The State of Mississippi, Local Officials, and particularly these media outlets have left a permanent stain on the Constitutional Rights afforded to all citizens. Most certainly in regards to Freedom of the Press and Journalism. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist, and quite honestly it doesn’t take one with an IQ above 20, to see in the Video of that which transpired that I never once asked to see Mayor Robyn Tannehill, never once saw Mayor Robyn Tannehill, and never did anything remotely perceivable as a threat. I was, as stated from the beginning, solely engaged in a constitutionally protected activity of simply filming the publicly accessible spaces and the decorated interior of City Hall, A PUBLIC BUILDING! It never had the slightest involvement with the Mayor as was unfairly blown out of proportion. A contempt violation on a five year old restraining order should have been it and even that would be highly questionable. Certainly not a Felony Charge of Aggravated Stalking, AND MOST DEFINITELY not getting ransacked with BOTH! We live in a cruel, sick, and sinister society that continues to digress in showing it’s ugly, dirty hand that always seems to revolve around politics. I know I have God on my side. I’m far from a “monster” as was reported from the slew of untrue testimony from the ones that truly deserve that label. There is Pure evil in the hearts of some in this county. In the Bible, Luke 12 verse 2-3 sums it up perfectly in saying that “the secrets will be uncovered, the truth will come forth, and God’s thought about every behavior and action will be vindicated. What’s done in the dark will come to light, and thank God he has created it to operate so!” The legal system has lost its integrity. The “Community” has lost its morals and decency. It’s ludicrous to me that People charged with manslaughter and murder are given bonds in this same God-Forsaken County, meanwhile I had NO weapon, threatened ABSOLUTELY no one yet this independent journalist recording in a publicly accessible building is clearly and unfairly portrayed as the true threat and completely deprived of his freedom and liberty in order to achieve the county’s ultimate two goals: To abscond from liability from not only this but another legal matter (Lawsuit), and to seek a second banishment from Lafayette County to the previous recipricantt of Wild West Justice. The true motive and motivation of this political WITCHHUNT by the State of Mississippi and Lafayette County can’t and won’t be ignored and avoided. That I solemnly swear.. These are the facts the news media refused to report on when they decided to cover this story.”
Matt Reardon
Reardon uploaded the Audit of City Hall to YouTube the very same day, which the prosecution then used as its evidence of the crime charged. But watch the video below. Do you honestly see any type of conduct that was ever directed at Mayor Robyn Tannehill? Reardon NEVER knew for a fact that she was in the building. In fact there was never was the first piece of evidence offered that she was indeed there as was claimed. But what you do see as evidence is a complete view of every step Reardon took inside of that building. CERTAINLY nothing remotely warranting a Felony Charge 1-week later
The Audit shown above would be Reardon’s 3rd First Amendment Audit during the month of June in Oxford, MS which include the Lafayette County Justice Court Building and the United States Post Office (shown below)
I believe these audits and dialog are very Important particularly in today’s day and age. Remember this:
The Law doesn’t give you any rights, the law only takes them away. Stand firm and protect your Rights!
This Article below fully details out what Reardon asserts as the true underlying motive for Lafayette County’s aggressive and unprecedented prosecution of him which was initiated June 28, 2022. The VERY next day The State of Mississippi filed a motion to dismiss itself from the Federal Lawsuit
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Breaking News: First Amendment Auditor Matthew Reardon Unlawfully Arrested in Galveston, TX for Felony DWI After False Report
On August 11, 2023, Matthew Reardon was pulled over by Galveston Texas police department for suspicion of DWI after a troll allegedly called in a false report to dispatch that Reardon had been drinking alcohol while behind the wheel of his car.
Galveston, TX – August 11, 2023
Upon making contact with him through conducting a traffic stop, Galveston police officers stated that they smelled the odor of alcohol coming from Reardon’s car. Reardon stated to the police that he had not consumed a drop of alcohol over the last 3 to 4 years’ time when asked to step out of the vehicle and conduct a field sobriety test. He stated that the field sobriety test has been notorious for being rigged and proceeded to demand a breathalyzer test be administered to prove that he had not consumed any alcoholic beverages. Reardon, a First Amendment Auditor and constitutional rights activist, was recording this encounter along with two friends adjacent to the stop. Galveston police insist on the field sobriety test, which Reardon refuses, demands an attorney, and again demands a breathalyzer test be administered.
Reardon is then placed under arrest for suspicion of DWI, loaded into the back of a truck, and brought to the hospital for a blood test to be administered. The department refused to administer a breathalyzer as demanded, despite the probable cause remaining that the odor of alcohol was the motivating force. The officers proceeded to a blood draw, claiming that a warrant was being applied for to obtain the blood sample. Without being shown any warrant, Reardon is forcibly held down by nearly 10 officers while handcuffed behind his back and then stuck with a needle multiple times in his right arm.
After all of this Reardon is brought to the Galveston County jail. While in booking, Reardon hears the arresting officer on a phone call with deputy Kandi Beavers with the Lafayette County Mississippi sheriff’s department where she allegedly conspires with the officer to book Reardon for felony DUI third, despite a highly controversial DUI from February 2021 involving Deputy Beavers. Reardon insists the particular 2021 DUI is currently on appeal after crucial evidence proving Reardon’s innocence on that particular DUI came up missing at his November, 2021 trial. Reardon has also strongly asserted that Deputy Beavers committed perjury by lying on stand and under oath in order to send Reardon off to prison for one year in 2022, a claim he says should not only Brady-List Beavers and terminate her employment as a law enforcement officer, but also criminally indict her based upon credible evidence that has been brought forth and asserted. Reardon claims that this attempt to jail him in Galveston, Texas for felony DUI, based upon false allegations made is an outrageous attempt to re-imprison him through using Galveston, TX to do Lafayette County Sheriff’s Department’s bidding. Particularly that of Deputy Kandi Beavers based upon the serious allegations Reardon has brought to the surface about the Deputy’s knowingly false, retaliatory claims made. A video detailing out these claims on Beavers can be viewed here
Watch the video above of the controversial DWI Arrest on 8/11/2023. Reardon anxiously awaits clearing his name by additional Discovery to come in this matter.
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This is currently developing story, so please continue checking back for more updates.
Bobby Kennedy admits being the culprit to calling Galveston Police Department on 8/11/2023 and reporting Reardon was “driving drunk”
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Citizen drives 2.5 hours to MS Attorney General’s Office to file complaints and is REFUSED ASSISTANCE!
On Monday, August 7th 2023, A concerned citizen commuted 2.5 hours to Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s Office to report multiple serious occurrences of public corruption in North Mississippi, particularly Lafayette County, Mississippi. Upon arriving, he was refused access to the Attorney Generals Office, and no investigator would speak with him despite his repeated protests about the seriousness of the crimes that occurred and continue to occur. The situation becomes more and more tense as it becomes increasingly clear that this office is completely derelicting it’s duty through refusing to return a call or meet in person regarding matters of public corruption among state officials.
Reardon says he is completely fed up with the corruption running rampant throughout the State of Mississippi. He says there is a blatant refusal by a plethora of state officials to honor their oaths of office and protect the civil/constitutional rights of citizens, and that what occurred on Monday August 7th 2023 is yet even more proof of this.
For those equally concerned, Reardon asks two things in particular. First, to pick up the phone and redress the State Attorney General’s Office by calling 601-359-3680. Second, subscribe to his YouTube channel by going to https://www.YouTube.com/@lafayettecountyaudit
For anyone wishing to assist with expenses, a CashApp is setup which can be reached at https://cash.app/$1Aaudit
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1st Amendment Auditor Attacked by Repo Man on Walmart Property in Southaven, Mississippi
On August 3rd, 2023, a First Amendment auditor and constitutional rights activist was assaulted by a repo agent in a Walmart parking lot in Southaven, Mississippi. The altercation unfolded as the activist attempted to intervene in a vehicle repossession, seeking to prevent a citizen’s car from being towed. The incident, which was captured on video and later shared online, escalated quickly and raised serious questions about the response of local law enforcement.
The video footage shows the activist, Matthew Reardon, engaging with the repo agent, questioning the legality of the repossession. As tensions rose, the repo agent allegedly resorted to physical force, attacking the activist. The confrontation drew the attention of Walmart patrons and bystanders, some of whom recorded the encounter on their phones.
Despite the apparent urgency of the situation, it reportedly took between 10 and 15 minutes for the first Southaven police officer to arrive on the scene. By the time law enforcement fully responded, the number of officers had ballooned significantly, suggesting an escalation that some critics argue was unnecessary.
Supporters of the Reardon claim that the police response was inefficient and indicative of a broader issue: a failure to uphold constitutional rights. The argument stems from the belief that, had officers honored their oath to the Constitution, the situation could have been de-escalated more quickly and efficiently. Instead, the drawn-out response fueled tensions and created a larger scene than necessary.
The incident raises concerns about the priorities of law enforcement in such situations. Critics argue that rather than addressing an alleged assault against a citizen exercising their rights, officers were more focused on maintaining control over the situation in a manner that some see as excessive.
First Amendment auditors often test the limits of constitutional rights in public spaces, recording their encounters with law enforcement, security personnel, and government officials. Their goal is to ensure accountability and transparency. However, their activities frequently lead to contentious interactions, particularly when they challenge authority or intervene in civil matters, such as repossessions.
This case is a reminder of the ongoing debate surrounding constitutional rights, law enforcement duties, and public accountability. Was the repo agent within his rights to act as he did? Did the police fail in their duty to protect a citizen from an alleged assault? These are the questions that remain at the heart of the controversy.
The video of the incident continues to circulate online, sparking discussions about police response times, First Amendment rights, and the role of private repo agents. Whether any legal action will follow remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: this confrontation has fueled further scrutiny of law enforcement and their role in protecting constitutional freedoms.
For those interested in watching the full video, it is available here: YouTube Link.
1st Amendment Auditor Files Complaints Against Southaven Police, Allegedly Locked in Room During Internal Affairs Meeting
On Friday, August 4th, 2023, just a day after being assaulted by a repo agent in a Walmart parking lot, First Amendment auditor Matthew Reardon took his grievances to the Southaven Police Department. There, he met with Lieutenant Don Barr, head of the department’s Internal Affairs division, to file complaints against all responding officers—except for one.
What started as a routine complaint process soon took a bizarre turn. According to Reardon, as he was filling out the Internal Affairs paperwork, Lieutenant Barr left the room. Upon finishing his report, Reardon attempted to leave but discovered that the door was locked from the outside, effectively turning the room into a detention cell. This unexpected confinement raised serious legal and constitutional concerns, as it meant Reardon was being held against his will without cause.
The allegation that a citizen was locked inside a room at the police department raises potential issues regarding unlawful detainment. Critics argue that if this was intentional, it could constitute a violation of Reardon’s civil rights. The incident, if confirmed, could suggest an attempt to intimidate or pressure Reardon during the complaint process, further fueling concerns about law enforcement misconduct.
Eventually, Lieutenant Barr returned, and Reardon was able to finalize his actions regarding the previous day’s assault. He officially signed criminal charges against Taylor Douget, the repo agent who allegedly attacked him. Afterward, Reardon was sworn in by a clerk, and a probable cause hearing was scheduled for Wednesday, August 9th, 2023.
Reardon’s experience at the Southaven Police Department has only intensified the controversy surrounding the incident. Supporters argue that his treatment further demonstrates a disregard for constitutional rights among local law enforcement, particularly regarding transparency and accountability.
The probable cause hearing set for August 9th could be the next pivotal moment in this unfolding case. If the court finds sufficient evidence, Douget may face formal charges for his alleged assault on Reardon. Meanwhile, the complaints filed against the responding officers could lead to internal investigations—though skepticism remains about whether the department will hold its own accountable.
As the case develops, many will be watching to see whether justice is served or whether this becomes yet another example of systemic issues within law enforcement.
Reardon Files Records Requests at Southaven City Hall Following Internal Affairs Complaints
Immediately after filing internal affairs complaints against Southaven police officers and signing criminal charges against repo agent Taylor Douget, First Amendment auditor Reardon took the next step in his pursuit of accountability. On August 4th, 2023, he walked across the street to Southaven City Hall and entered the City Clerk’s Office, where he formally requested public records related to the Walmart parking lot incident from the previous day.
Public Records Request for Transparency
Reardon specifically requested:
• The 911 call made in connection with the altercation
• All available officer body camera footage from the responding officers
• Any police reports generated regarding the incident
These requests, shown in what is labeled as Part 3 of his documentation, aim to provide an unfiltered view of law enforcement’s actions during and after the incident.
Public records laws typically allow citizens access to 911 recordings, body cam footage, and police reports, but law enforcement agencies sometimes delay or deny such requests under various exemptions. Common justifications include ongoing investigations, privacy concerns, or claims that the release could compromise law enforcement procedures.
Given Reardon’s history as a First Amendment auditor and his public advocacy for government transparency, any delays or denials of these records may further fuel allegations of misconduct or lack of accountability within the Southaven Police Department.
With a probable cause hearing scheduled for August 9th regarding the assault charges against Douget, Reardon’s requested materials could play a critical role in the legal process. Additionally, any body cam footage or 911 recordings could either support or contradict Reardon’s claims about the officers’ handling of the situation.
If the records request is fulfilled promptly, the footage and reports may shed light on the conduct of both the police and the repo agent. If the city resists releasing the documents, it could lead to further legal battles and public scrutiny over transparency in Southaven’s law enforcement practices.
This developing story continues to raise significant questions about police accountability, citizens’ rights, and the accessibility of public records.
The public needs to truly weigh in on their opinions of what all is really going on here. And for those who pick the right reasons redress, redress them in a responsible way. The Southaven Police Department number is 662-393-8654 for easy finding.
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