Mooresville Faces Another Federal Lawsuit

MOORESVILLE — A former Mooresville police administrator has filed a federal lawsuit against the Town of Mooresville, alleging retaliation connected to internal investigations involving town leadership.

The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court under case number 3:26-cv-00105, was brought by Frank Falzone, who previously served as an assistant police chief with the Mooresville Police Department. The complaint names the Town of Mooresville and references actions involving town leadership, including Chris Carney, Ron Campurciani, and Tracey Jerome.

According to the filing, Falzone alleges he faced retaliation after raising concerns and conducting internal reviews related to two separate incidents involving the mayor. One involved a January 2024 roadside encounter following a county event, and another centered on a late-night visit to Mooresville Town Hall in October 2024. The lawsuit claims Falzone identified discrepancies in timelines and raised questions about missing body-worn camera footage while reviewing the matters.

Falzone alleges that before he could formally elevate his findings, an earlier citizen complaint against him was reopened, leading to an internal affairs investigation, administrative leave, and what he describes as a forced retirement. The lawsuit asserts those actions were taken in response to his internal work and reporting.

The complaint does not allege criminal wrongdoing by town officials. Instead, it focuses on employment actions and whether Falzone’s conduct constituted protected activity under the law.

Town officials have not publicly responded in court filings to the allegations. In previous public statements related to one of the underlying incidents, Police Chief Ron Campurciani has said an independent review cleared him of wrongdoing. As of now, the defendants have not filed a formal answer or motion to dismiss in the case.

The lawsuit marks another legal challenge brought against the Town of Mooresville and its leadership, following a separate whistleblower-related lawsuit filed earlier this year. While the cases involve different plaintiffs and circumstances, both raise questions about internal reporting and alleged retaliation within town operations.

Because the case is in its early stages, no findings of fact have been made. Legal experts note the next steps typically include service of the complaint, a response from the defendants, and potential motions that could narrow or dismiss the claims before discovery begins.

WAME News has reached out to the Town of Mooresville for comment on the lawsuit. This story will be updated as additional information becomes available.