ALBERTVILLE– The Albertville Police Department says it fired former Officer Jeremy Hannah after a database-misuse complaint led to a criminal investigation and his arrest.

In a newly released statement, the department said it received a complaint Monday, Aug. 3, concerning Hannah’s alleged misuse of the Flock Safety database.

Police said they substantiated the complaint and immediately suspended Hannah.

The department then asked the Marshall County District Attorney’s Office to investigate Hannah’s access to multiple criminal justice databases.

According to police, that investigation uncovered alleged misuse of the Alabama Criminal Justice Information System Law Enforcement Tactical System, known as ACJIS/LETS.

The state system contains personal information, including criminal histories, driver’s license information, and motor-vehicle records.

Investigators obtained warrants charging Hannah with misusing the ACJIS/LETS database. The department terminated his employment before his arrest Friday, Aug. 7.

WEIS previously reported that District Attorney Jennifer Bray accused Hannah of repeatedly searching for information about his former spouse and one of her close family members. Bray said the searches served no legitimate law-enforcement or public-safety purpose.

Hannah faces one charge under the Alabama Digital Crimes Act, a Class B felony. He also faces a charge under Title 41 of the Alabama Code for unauthorized use of the system.

Marshall County Sheriff’s Office booking records list the charges as computer tampering and obtaining criminal-offender information under false pretenses or through false information.

Albertville Police thanked the district attorney’s office for its handling of the investigation.

The department said Hannah’s alleged actions do not reflect its values, standards, or professionalism. Police officials reaffirmed their commitment to integrity, accountability, and respect for the public.

The department also plans to review its policies, processes, and procedures. Officials said the review will identify possible improvements and help prevent similar incidents.

The criminal case is expected to go before a Marshall County grand jury. Additional charges remain possible.

Hannah is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.

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