In a case that has stunned the residents of a small Bergen County community in New Jersey, Leonia Police Chief Scott Tamagny faces grave accusations from his own daughter, Courtney Tamagny, who has filed a lawsuit alleging that he was at the helm of years of ritualistic abuse. The lawsuit, which also names neighbor Kevin Slevin and multiple government agencies, claims the abuse began in 2009 when Courtney was approximately 4 years old and continued until 2020.
Court documents paint a chilling picture of the alleged abuse. Courtney Tamagny describes being taken to wooded areas in Rockland County, New York, where masked individuals reportedly engaged in ritualistic activities, including the burning of animals and chanting. The plaintiff asserts that she and her sisters were subjected to assaults during these ceremonies. Moreover, the lawsuit accuses Chief Tamagny of using drugs to sedate his daughters before assaulting them.
The lawsuit's impact has been profound, sparking intense debate over the handling of the investigation by authorities. Courtney's mother, Jeanne Tamagny, has joined her daughter as a co-plaintiff in the lawsuit and is seeking a divorce from Chief Tamagny.
Courtney Tamagny's suppressed memories of the alleged abuse reportedly resurfaced following a doctor's visit, which led to a therapist reporting the claims to authorities in 2022. This triggered an investigation that defense attorneys have labeled as thorough and extensive.
Adding to the gravity of the situation, Courtney detailed the allegations further during an appearance on the podcast "We're All Insane" in April. She spoke of generational involvement in satanic cult activities and described harrowing events such as child trafficking and ritualistic killings. She also claimed that these activities were conducted through underground tunnels and were meant to instill fear and ensure silence among the victims.
Both Chief Tamagny and Slevin have vehemently denied the allegations. Slevin's attorney, Kevin Corriston, has called the claims unfounded, pointing out that extensive investigations by various agencies, including Homeland Security and the New Jersey Attorney General's Office, found no evidence to support them. Slevin has filed a defamation countersuit against Courtney Tamagny.
The case has polarized the community, with residents taking sides as the legal process unfolds. The allegations and the subsequent investigation have raised significant concerns about the potential for abuse of power and the effectiveness of institutional safeguards.
