Ex-Schuylkill County officer who used law enforcement data to stalk ex-wife faces 21 felony charges

A former Schuylkill County officer, Douglas Litwhiler, has been charged with 21 felonies for allegedly using his access to a law enforcement database to gather personal information on his ex-wife, her new partner, and a contractor working on her home. This case highlights the serious ethical breaches and potential legal violations that can occur when law enforcement personnel misuse their authority and access to sensitive data. The implications are significant, raising questions about oversight and the potential for abuse within law enforcement agencies.