Indictment of 2 Indianapolis Police Officers in Herman Whitfield III's Death Sparks Community Outrage and DOJ Investigation Calls.

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Indictment of 2 Indianapolis Police Officers in Herman Whitfield III's Death Sparks Community Outrage and DOJ Investigation Calls.
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Two Indianapolis police officers have been indicted by a grand jury for their roles in the death of Herman Whitfield III, who died during a mental health episode after being tased and handcuffed by police. The officers, who had less than three years of experience with the department at the time, are facing charges of involuntary manslaughter, reckless homicide, and battery resulting in serious bodily injury. The other officers involved in the incident remain on paid administrative duty.

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