A Tucson woman says Tempe police turned a Game of Thrones GIF into a criminal investigation, a search of her home, the seizure of her electronic devices, and an arrest nearly 100 miles away. Kathleen Tierney posted the GIF before a contentious Tempe City Council meeting. City officials treated it as a credible threat, evacuated City Hall, and canceled the meeting. Approximately one month later, police arrested Tierney at her Tucson home, seized her phones and computers, transported her to Tempe, booked her into jail, and reportedly released her without a way to get home. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office later declined to prosecute, citing insufficient evidence and a low likelihood of conviction. Tierney is now suing the City of Tempe, alleging violations of her First, Fourth, and Fourteenth Amendment rights. Her lawsuit claims the arrest and the city’s public allegations cost her a six-figure job and caused severe reputational damage. Was this a legitimate response to a potential threat—or did Tempe criminalize protected political speech? 📄 Story tips, resources & support 👉 https://www.thinblueliesmedia.com Submit police accountability tips, bodycam footage, public records, court documents, and local story leads. 👕 Thin Blue Lies merch: https://www.youtube.com/@thinblueliesmedia/store Sources 12 News: https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/tucson-arizona-woman-sues-city-tempe-after-arrest-over-game-of-thrones-gif-posted-before-council-meeting/75-9baefc8a-ef27-4884-9e29-e20a6ee6e43f Arizona’s Family: https://www.azfamily.com/2026/07/11/tucson-woman-sues-tempe-after-city-hall-evacuation-over-game-thrones-gif-she-posted/ Federal case docket — Tierney v. City of Tempe: https://dockets.justia.com/docket/arizona/azdce/4%3A2026cv00347/1505810 Original 12 News arrest coverage: https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/tucson-woman-arrested-after-threats-prompt-cancellation-of-tempe-city-council-meeting/75-c49648b9-2207-4206-b59a-b0b39c5f756b This video contains commentary, criticism, and reporting based on publicly available news coverage and court records. Allegations made in a lawsuit remain allegations unless proven in court. #PoliceAccountability #FirstAmendment #CivilRights

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