The U.S showed text messages in federal court Wednesday where Hoadley can be seen saying he needed to retrieve some documents on his laptop before they disappear.
Joseph Hoadley was on trial Monday for four felony federal charges. Prosecutors said that he was supposed to protect the citizens of Caldwell, but "assaulted one."
Boise Police Chief Ryan Lee had faced an investigation into excessive force after demonstrating an unorthodox neck hold on Sgt. Kirk Rush during a staff meeting last October.
BOISE, Idaho (AP) A county prosecutor has recommended against charging the Boise Police chief with a crime after he was accused of seriously injuring a high-ranking officer during a training session.