A Craig police officer, Daulton Caudell, who allegedly shot a man during an incident in April 2025, is named as a defendant in a federal lawsuit concerning an unrelated use of force case from September 2023. The lawsuit claims that Caudell and other officers employed excessive force, including using a vehicle to strike an individual, Tanner Sholes, who was reportedly carrying a BB gun. Sholes sustained significant injuries, including a complete ACL rupture, raising serious concerns about law enforcement protocols in responding to perceived threats.
As the investigation into Caudell’s shooting remains ongoing, details about the victim and the circumstances surrounding that incident remain murky. The Craig Police Department has not disclosed the victim’s identity or condition, citing the need to maintain the integrity of the investigation. This dual scrutiny—over both the shooting and the federal lawsuit—places heightened pressure on the department as it navigates complex legal challenges and community concerns surrounding police conduct.
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