Tuesday, February 10, 2026 |
Photo – Cheyenne Police Department patrol vehicle – Courtesy Cheyenne PD
The Cheyenne Police Department has updated its detainee transportation policy following the death of Aiden Hall.
In the early morning hours of January 18th, Cheyenne police officers detained 22‑year‑old Aiden Hall on suspicion of driving under the influence after he crashed his pickup into a guardrail. While handcuffed in the back of a police cruiser, Hall retrieved a handgun hidden in his pants and took his own life. The young man was born and raised in Rawlins before moving to Cheyenne and becoming an apprentice electrician.
Following the incident, the Cheyenne Police Department conducted an internal inquiry without assistance from the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation. According to a media release from Public Information Officer Alexandra Farkas, the administrative review was described as “comprehensive and thorough” and included examining all available evidence, such as body‑worn and in‑car camera footage.
The review found ways to improve procedures for searching and transporting people in custody.
The official review highlights the requirement for a suspect under arrest to never be left unattended or unsupervised in a patrol vehicle. To prevent future incidents, department‑wide training has been scheduled to address prisoner handling, transport protocols, and requirements for supervision.
In addition, an unspecified policy violation was identified and addressed under established departmental procedures and disciplinary policy. Because matters involving personnel performance and discipline are confidential under Wyoming state law, and the nature of the violation will not be publicly disclosed.
In the media release, Cheyenne Police Chief Mark Francisco stated, “This comprehensive review was conducted to ensure we are doing everything possible to prevent such a tragedy from occurring again. We are dedicated to learning from every critical incident and will continue to serve the Cheyenne community with professionalism and integrity.”
Some members of Hall’s family believe officers did not do enough to protect the young man during what they describe as an emotionally difficult situation.
Unconfirmed sources informed Bigfoot99 that Hall’s family is considering legal action against the police department.
In her media release, Public Information Officer Farkas wrote that the department recognizes that any loss of life is a tragedy, and they understand the significant concern this incident has raised within the community.
