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Two current Jacksonville officers, alongside a former officer, are now confronting felony accusations tied to purportedly embezzling upwards of $33,000 via overtime fraud, according to Sheriff T.K. Waters.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Felony charges have been brought against two current members and one former member of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) after Sheriff T.K. Waters alleged that they improperly claimed more than $33,000 in taxpayer funds through manipulated overtime claims.
During a press briefing held on Thursday, it was revealed that Sgt. Michael Rourke, Officer Christopher Sosa, and ex-Officer Dylan Bostick were apprehended on allegations of grand theft, organized fraud, and official misconduct. These offenses are categorized as third-degree felonies.
Back in March 2026, Rourke and Sosa were placed on suspension, while Bostick chose to step down from his position. The Sheriff’s Office is actively pursuing the dismissal of Rourke and Sosa.
This development follows the earlier arrest of Officer Christian Madsen, who was accused of fabricating over 200 hours of overtime, resulting in nearly $14,000 in undue payments sourced from the City of Jacksonville and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) grant reimbursements.
JSO said Madsen’s arrest led to a larger investigation into overpayments made to officers on the Motor Unit where it was discovered Rourke, Sosa, and Bostick all wrongfully submitted claims for compensation for overtime traffic assignments.
Rourke received more than $4,600 in public funds. Sosa received more than $10,700 in public funds. Bostick received more than $18,000 in public funds.
“No one is above the law, and our officers and employees will be held to the highest standards, which the public deserves,” Waters said.Â
JSO Integrity Unit detectives do not anticipate additional arrests stemming from traffic overtime misconduct.