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Fort Worth Police Officer Sarah Stogner Accused of 1st Amendment Violations at Pride Events
Shivam Das
July 10, 2026
Fort Worth Police Officer Sarah Stogner Accused of 1st Amendment Violations at Pride Events
On July 27, 2026, a video surfaced of Fort Worth Police Officer Sarah Stogner, badge number 3531, issuing a warning to street preachers at the Trinity Pride Fest in Fort Worth, Texas. This incident is the latest in a pattern of alleged 1st Amendment violations by Officer Stogner against Christians exercising their free speech rights, particularly near Pride events. The video, which has garnered over 57,000 likes and 1.6 million views on Twitter, shows Officer Stogner threatening to ticket the preachers for "offensive speech," sparking widespread outrage and calls for her to be fired.
Officer Stogner's behavior is part of a broader pattern of Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD) incidents involving Christian preachers, including lawsuits in 2014 and 2023, often involving noise, access, or complaints leading to citations. The FWPD has a history of restricting public preaching rights while enforcing ordinances, which has led to consent decrees affirming the 1st Amendment protections for public speech.
Incident Overview
On June 27, 2026, street preachers from groups like Warriors for Christ and others, including David Grisham, a retired federal law enforcement officer with 26 years of experience, attempted to preach on public sidewalks near the all-ages Pride event. Officers, including Stogner, reportedly blocked them from certain areas and responded to noise complaints (bullhorn/amplification). One preacher, Grisham, received a citation for "unreasonable noise" under city ordinance after complaints from businesses. The bullhorn was seized.
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Officer Stogner and another officer engaged directly, leading to a viral exchange about "offensive speech." Additional footage mentions gray areas like misgendering (e.g., calling a biological male "sir"). The video shows Officer Stogner saying, "If someone is offended by your talking, then we have a problem..." to which the preacher responds, "You're going to ticket us for 'offensive' speech?" Officer Stogner replies, "Yes, I am."
FWPD Response
The FWPD reviewed the video and stated that Officer Stogner's comments about ticketing for offensive speech were "not accurate." The citation was for noise violation (bullhorn), not speech content. The department committed to protecting 1st Amendment rights while enforcing ordinances and planned to provide refresher training on the First Amendment for all officers.
According to Christian Post, the FWPD's statement about the citation and warning to the street evangelists was not accurate. This raises questions about the FWPD's handling of the situation and their commitment to upholding the 1st Amendment.
Background on the Incident
The June 27 incident is not an isolated event. On July 9, 2025, a video showed a female officer, identified as Officer Stogner, telling a Christian group, Unprofitable Servants Ministries/Luke Servants, that they "don't want you here" and blocking access. She allegedly threatened arrests for offensive speech. This incident, like the one on June 27, 2026, raises concerns about Officer Stogner's behavior and the FWPD's handling of 1st Amendment rights.
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Plan for Next Steps
The FWPD has committed to protecting 1st Amendment rights while enforcing ordinances. However, the incident raises questions about the department's handling of the situation and their commitment to upholding the 1st Amendment. The noise citation is being challenged in court, and the FWPD's response to the incident will be crucial in determining whether Officer Stogner's behavior was a one-time mistake or a pattern of 1st Amendment violations.
Is Officer Stogner's behavior a 1st Amendment violation?
Yes, Officer Stogner's behavior, as shown in the video, raises concerns about 1st Amendment violations. The FWPD's statement that the citation and warning to the street evangelists was not accurate also raises questions about the department's handling of the situation and their commitment to upholding the 1st Amendment.
What is the FWPD's policy on 1st Amendment rights?
The FWPD has committed to protecting 1st Amendment rights while enforcing ordinances. However, the incident raises questions about the department's handling of the situation and their commitment to upholding the 1st Amendment.
What is the next step for Officer Stogner and the FWPD?
The FWPD has committed to providing refresher training on the First Amendment for all officers. Additionally, the noise citation is being challenged in court. The FWPD's response to the incident will be crucial in determining whether Officer Stogner's behavior was a one-time mistake or a pattern of 1st Amendment violations.
What is the broader context of the incident?
The June 27 incident is part of a broader pattern of Fort Worth Police Department incidents involving Christian preachers, including lawsuits in 2014 and 2023, often involving noise, access, or complaints leading to citations. The FWPD has a history of restricting public preaching rights while enforcing ordinances, which has led to consent decrees affirming the 1st Amendment protections for public speech.
What is the impact of the incident on the FWPD's reputation?
The incident has raised concerns about the FWPD's handling of 1st Amendment rights and their commitment to upholding the law. The FWPD's response to the incident will be crucial in determining whether the department can maintain the trust of the community and uphold the 1st Amendment.
What is the next step for Officer Stogner's career?
Officer Stogner's behavior, as shown in the video, raises concerns about her commitment to upholding the 1st Amendment. The FWPD's response to the incident will be crucial in determining whether Officer Stogner's behavior was a one-time mistake or a pattern of 1st Amendment violations.
Conclusion
The incident involving Officer Stogner raises concerns about the FWPD's handling of 1st Amendment rights and their commitment to upholding the law. The FWPD's response to the incident will be crucial in determining whether Officer Stogner's behavior was a one-time mistake or a pattern of 1st Amendment violations. The incident also raises questions about the broader context of the FWPD's handling of similar incidents involving Christian preachers. Ultimately, the FWPD must take steps to ensure that their officers are committed to upholding the 1st Amendment and maintaining the trust of the community.
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