Tucson city prosecutor placed on paid leave over misconduct

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 5 Nov, 23:50 · Archive

Tucson City Prosecutor Matthew Walker has been placed on paid administrative leave whilst under investigation for misconduct. The Tucson Police Department is investigating Walker over his handling of a probation revocation case involving YouTuber Lane Myers, who describes himself as a First Amendment advocate.

In July 2025, Myers pleaded guilty to stalking and aggravated harassment connected to Walker and his wife. He received probation as part of the plea deal, with several charges dismissed. In October 2026, Myers was sentenced to three years in prison after being accused of violating the terms of that probation. The allegations at least partially involve an email Myers allegedly sent to the Walkers.

In early November, the Tucson Police Department served search warrants at the Walkers' home connected to Myers' probation revocation. One day later, Pima County Attorney Laura Conover requested an emergency hearing and agreed to have Myers released from custody. Conover said preliminary investigation results prompted the action and requested an emergency hearing, though declined to comment further pending investigation. Myers' attorney Mark R. Resnick said his client was pleased the county attorney's office was taking the situation seriously.

How it is being reported

• City prosecutor placed on paid administrative leave over misconduct allegationsTucson City Prosecutor Matthew Walker has been placed on paid administrative leave while under a misconduct investigation.Azfamily · 5 Nov, 23:11
• City prosecutor placed on paid administrative leave over misconduct allegationsTucson City Prosecutor Matthew Walker has been placed on paid administrative leave while under a misconduct investigation.KOLD · 5 Nov, 23:11

In this story: Matthew Walker · Lane Myers · Laura Conover · Tucson · Tucson Police Department · Pima County Attorney

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