Former Police Officers Convicted for Brutal Assault and Sexual Abuse of Black Men in Mississippi

Six white former law enforcement officers in Mississippi pleaded guilty to state charges related to the beating and sexual assault of two Black men. The officers, including former sheriff's deputies and a former police officer, were involved in a home invasion where they beat, shocked, and sexually assaulted the victims. They also attempted to cover up their misconduct by planting evidence and tampering with reports. The officers had previously pleaded guilty to federal charges. Sentencing for the state and federal charges is scheduled for November. The incident has led to a civil rights investigation and a federal civil rights lawsuit seeking $400 million in damages.