A Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, officer was arrested and fired for allegedly pointing a gun at a fellow officer who microwaved fish at the police headquarters.
The New York Post reported that the incident occurred on June 2, 2026.
The fired officer, identified as 46-year-old Michael Debiase, was a detective with the Myrtle Beach Police Department.
People magazine noted that Debiase “is charged with pointing and presenting a firearm at a person.” He allegedly pointed the gun at the fellow officer for creating “an odor in the office.”
The Myrtle Beach Police Department issued a statement, saying in part, “This incident does not reflect the values demonstrated by the men and women of the Myrtle Beach Police Department every day. However, it does demonstrate our commitment to accountability and our willingness to address conduct that falls short of our expectations.”
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