"AP Investigation Reveals Over 1000 Deaths in Police Encounters"
TL;DR
More than 1,000 people have died after being subdued by police using force not intended to be lethal, with a disproportionate impact on Black Americans. An investigation found that officers often failed to follow best safety practices, leading to deaths in various settings and involving individuals from diverse backgrounds. The lack of national rules for applying force, incomplete federal data, and systemic issues in the justice system make it difficult to hold police accountable and implement meaningful reforms.
Topics:nationlaw-and-justice#deaths-in-custody#law-and-justice#law-enforcement-accountability#police-brutality#police-use-of-force#racial-disparities
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- Howard Centers, AP Global Investigations Team publish yearslong investigation into police use of force Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication
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