LAKELAND POLICE DEPARTMENT Chief Lisa Womack 219 N Massachusetts Ave. Lakeland, Florida 33801 (863) 834-6900 Media Release Issuing Authority: Sergeant Gary Gross Date: August 15, 2013 Bulletin #P13-101 On August 15, 2013, Lakeland Police finalized disciplinary action on Detective Ricky J. Gries. Detective Gries submitted a letter of resignation today. The resignation was in lieu of recommended termination. Chief Womack completed her review of all the relevant facts and evidence presented in the administrative investigation, including statements Detective Gries made under oath in conjunction with the State Attorney's related investigation. The sustained violations are: Ricky J. Gries, 42, employed since 1/13/03. (Resigned) a. Conduct Unbecoming b. Member's Duty to Report Misconduct c. Neglect of Duty d. Untruthfulness We are unable to provide any further information due to the ongoing internal investigation. This information is available at www.lakelandgov.net/lpd and on Facebook. Media inquiries should be directed to 863.834.4314. August 15, 2013 Chief Lisa Womack, It is with regret that i tender my resignation from the Lakeland Police Department, effective immediately. i am grateful for having had the opportunity to serve as a Police Officer/Detective for the Lakeland Police Department for the past 10 plus years. sincereI Detective Rick Gries Lakeland Police Department tewtf/K