Former Police Officer Faces Harassment Allegations

Rock Hill, September 19, 2025

News Summary

Dylan Lineberger, a former CMPD officer, is accused of harassing his ex-girlfriend, who fears retaliation if his GPS ankle monitor is removed. The ex-girlfriend alleges instances of vandalism and stalking. Lineberger, who has not pleaded guilty, seeks to remove the monitor despite opposition. The judge has yet to make a decision, and Lineberger faces serious legal consequences if convicted.

Rock Hill, SC – Former Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) officer Dylan Lineberger is currently facing serious allegations of harassment from his ex-girlfriend. Lineberger, who has been out on $10,000 bail since his arrest in October 2024, is now seeking a judge’s approval to remove his GPS ankle monitor, a request that has been met with opposition from the victim.

The ex-girlfriend has expressed her fears about potential retaliation should the monitor be removed, citing instances where Lineberger allegedly harassed her. Reports indicate that he vandalized her car by throwing Pepto Bismol on it and followed her to a Food Lion. These actions reportedly occurred after several days of unwanted contact and surveillance from Lineberger.

Lineberger has not communicated directly during court proceedings, where he appeared in York County criminal court. He has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. His attorney, Chris Lusk, has publicly denied all allegations and claims there is “no evidence” supporting any violations of bail conditions.

Since his arrest, Lineberger has been under a no-contact order with the victim. He resigned from the CMPD in April 2024, after being placed on administrative leave for six months. Notably, he had a decade-long career with the department before these charges emerged. The ex-girlfriend has since filed a civil lawsuit against Lineberger, claiming a pattern of creative harassment, which includes allegations of stalking, attempted hacking of her email, and property damage.

The victim has obtained a North Carolina restraining order against Lineberger, who currently resides in Lincoln County, NC. Following his arrest, she discovered numerous false statements about her circulated online. In his defense, prosecutor Alex Harper has contended that the ankle monitor has played a vital role in preventing further harassment and highlights Lineberger’s access to a weapons collection numbering up to 30.

The presiding judge, Patrick Fant, has yet to make a decision regarding the request to remove the ankle monitor. The potential consequences for Lineberger extend to a misdemeanor charge, which carries a maximum sentence of three years in jail if he is convicted. As of now, no trial date has been established for the criminal charges, and Lineberger has not submitted a written response to the civil lawsuit, indicating a separation between the criminal and civil proceedings.

In summary, the situation surrounding Dylan Lineberger remains complex, with serious allegations of harassment and a legal struggle for both the former officer and his ex-girlfriend. The outcome of the request to remove the ankle monitor and upcoming legal proceedings will further define this case.

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