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Florida Deputy Arrested for Unauthorized Traffic Stop After Meeting Woman on TV Set
3/14/2026, 12:34:59 PM
Incident Overview: Unauthorized Use of Law Enforcement Databases
Lamar Eliseo Roman, a 28-year-old deputy with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, was arrested on charges of accessing a computer or electronic device without authority. The arrest stems from an incident where Roman allegedly used confidential law enforcement databases to track down a woman he met while working security on the set of the Apple TV series "Bad Monkey," starring Vince Vaughn. The incident occurred on February 19, 2023, when Roman conducted an unauthorized traffic stop on U.S. 1, reportedly speeding and nearly causing a head-on collision in his attempt to catch up with her.
Details of the Encounter
Roman first encountered the woman while she was getting off an extras bus on the set of "Bad Monkey." According to reports, he engaged in flirtatious behavior, including catcalling and asking for her name and number, stating, “I need your name and number just in case I pull you over someday.” Following this interaction, Roman accessed Florida's Driver and Vehicle Information Database (DAVID) and the Florida Crime Information Center/National Crime Information Center databases to obtain her personal information.
On the day of the traffic stop, Roman allegedly accelerated to approximately 70 mph in a no-passing zone to reach the woman's vehicle, which had pinged on a license plate reader system. Dashcam footage shows that he passed multiple vehicles recklessly before pulling her over near Bobalu’s Southern Café. During the stop, Roman made comments that made the woman uncomfortable, including questioning her relationship status and asking why she had not followed him back on Instagram.
Official Actions and Responses
Despite the woman expressing that she did not wish to pursue criminal charges against Roman, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office proceeded with the case. Sheriff Rick Ramsay emphasized the agency's commitment to transparency regarding significant events, stating, “good and bad.” Roman has since been terminated from his position and is scheduled for arraignment in a Florida Keys courtroom on March 26, 2023.
Criticism and Opposition
While the woman involved did not seek criminal charges, the sheriff's office took action, highlighting a potential gap between individual victim desires and law enforcement accountability. Critics may argue that the deputy's actions reflect broader issues of police misconduct and the misuse of authority.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I told you I’d find you and pull you over,” — Deputy Lamar Eliseo Roman
- “Oh, I thought you had a boyfriend.” — Deputy Lamar Eliseo Roman
- “I mean, it’s a tough month and I saw a shiny thing and teasing and all that and I knew that when I put that I’m like ‘f***,’ and that’s why I just like I stopped right after and nothing else,” — Deputy Lamar Eliseo Roman
This incident raises questions about the ethical use of law enforcement resources and the responsibilities of officers in their interactions with the public.
