Florida trooper accused of sharing personal data from law enforcement databases – WPBF

A Florida Highway Patrol trooper allegedly accessed confidential databases to share personal information through texts and Snapchat, leading to his arrest. Florida trooper accused of sharing personal data from law enforcement databases A Florida Highway Patrol trooper allegedly accessed confidential databases to share personal information through texts and Snapchat, leading to his arrest. ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. — A Florida Highway Patrol trooper is accused of accessing confidential law enforcement databases and sharing personal information through texts and Snapchat. According to court documents, Alain Fernandez shared driver’s license photos, addresses, and other personal information at least 22 times. Stay up-to-date: The latest headlines and weather from WPBF 25 The documents state these incidents occurred between 2022 and 2025, during Fernandez’s time working on the Treasure Coast. The affidavit alleges Fernandez used the information for personal reasons rather than legitimate purposes. He was arrested on Sept. 9 and, at last check, is now out on bond. “This is unacceptable and a clear abuse of power,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a statement posted to X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Sept. 21. A spokesperson for the Florida Highway Patrol confirmed to WPBF 25 News on Monday, Sept. 21, that Fernandez is
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