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us-news1 month ago•5 min saved

Mother seeks accountability after teen fatally shot by St. Louis officer

A St. Louis mother is demanding accountability after her 17-year-old son, Emeshyon Wilkins, was fatally shot in the back by a police officer during a June 2024 stop; body-camera video released this week contradicts authorities' initial claim that the teen pointed a gun, showing him running away. A disassembled gun found in his pocket raised questions, and the officer declined to answer most questions during a deposition as investigators reassess the case. The department acknowledged earlier information was inconsistent and updated its information-sharing protocols, while the Circuit Attorney’s Office reviews possible charges; the family had to sue to obtain the video.

via CBS News|

#accountability #body-worn-camera #deposition

crime1 month ago•4 min saved

Footage Released in Howard County Fatal Police Shooting

Maryland’s Independent Investigations Division released body-worn camera footage of a March 1, 2026 fatal police-involved shooting in Columbia, Howard County. The decedent was 25-year-old Alexander Lamorie of Columbia. The IID is continuing its investigation and asks anyone with information to contact them.

via Attorney General of Maryland (.gov)|

#alexander-lamorie #body-worn-camera #crime

crime1 month ago•2 min saved

Hartford Officer Fired After Fatal Shooting During Mental Health Crisis De-Escalation

Hartford police fired Officer Joseph Magnano for fatally shooting Steven Jones, a Black man holding a knife, just 30 seconds after Magnano arrived as three other officers had spent minutes trying to de-escalate; body-worn camera footage shows de-escalation efforts and a final warning before the shot, Jones dying four days later. The state inspector general is investigating for possible criminal charges, while the union defends Magnano; Magnano was new to the force on probation.

via The Guardian|

#body-worn-camera #crime #hartford

sportscrime2 years ago•2 min saved

Louisville Police Violate Protocol in Scottie Scheffler Arrest

Louisville police detective Bryan Gillis violated department policy by not activating his body-worn camera during the arrest of top golfer Scottie Scheffler, who was accused of several offenses including second-degree assault of a police officer. The incident occurred amid an investigation into a fatal shuttle bus accident. Scheffler's attorney maintains his innocence and is prepared to litigate.

via NBC News|

#arrest #body-worn-camera #louisville-police

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Indianapolis Police Officer Sentenced to 1 Year for Excessive Force Incident

An Indianapolis police sergeant, Eric Huxley, has been sentenced to one year and one day in prison after pleading guilty to stomping on a handcuffed man's face during an arrest. The incident, captured on body-worn camera, occurred during a September 2021 arrest for disorderly conduct. Huxley's actions were deemed a civil rights violation, damaging community trust in law enforcement. Huxley has been suspended without pay and recommended for termination, pending a decision by the Civilian Police Merit Board.

via NBC News|

#body-worn-camera #civil-rights #crime

law-enforcement2 years ago•5 min saved

Controversial Philadelphia Police Shooting Sparks Calls for Transparency and Officer's Termination

Philadelphia's police commissioner intends to fire Officer Mark Dial, who fatally shot 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry during a traffic stop. Video evidence contradicted the initial police account, leading to the decision. Commissioner Danielle Outlaw cited violations of the department's disciplinary code, including insubordination and conduct unbecoming. The police union supports Dial, and the criminal investigation is ongoing. The surveillance video showed Irizarry inside his vehicle when the officer fired six shots, prompting questions about the initial police report. The family has not seen the body-camera footage, and the attorney plans to provide the surveillance video to law enforcement agencies.

via CNN|

#body-worn-camera #law-enforcement #officer-fired

crime2 years ago•5 min saved

Stockton Police Release Body Cam Footage of Sergeant's Shooting

Stockton Police Chief released body-worn camera footage showing the moment a sergeant was shot while responding to a carjacking. The sergeant, a nine-year veteran, was shot multiple times but survived thanks to his ballistics vest. The suspect, Sunthawon "Benny" Savon, was arrested and faces charges related to carjacking, attempted murder, assault, and possession of a stolen vehicle. The police are unsure how many shooters were involved. The police chief also discussed crime trends, stating that shootings are down 27% this year compared to last year, and arrests are up despite a decrease in the number of officers.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#body-worn-camera #carjacking #crime

law-enforcement2 years ago•3 min saved

Investigation launched as video captures deputy slamming woman to ground

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is investigating a confrontation that occurred in a Lancaster grocery store parking lot, where deputies slammed a woman to the ground. The incident was captured on witness and body-worn camera videos and escalated into a use of force after deputies approached a man and woman matching the description of robbery suspects. The woman, who was recording the arrest on her phone, was grabbed by deputies and thrown to the ground. The department has reassigned the deputies pending further review, and a community group plans to gather in protest.

via NBC Southern California|

#body-worn-camera #grocery-store #investigation

crime3 years ago•4 min saved

Hays County Officer Indicted for Shooting Shackled Inmate in the Back.

A Hays County Sheriff’s Office corrections officer, Isaiah Garcia, has been indicted on felony deadly conduct charges for shooting and killing Joshua Leon Wright, a shackled inmate, in the back multiple times after a scuffle at Seton Hospital in Kyle on Dec. 12. Texas Rangers investigating the shooting presented their findings to the grand jury, including video of Garcia’s body-worn camera. Garcia is no longer employed with the sheriff’s office following the indictment. The Wright family is calling for video of the shooting to be released but Hays County officials said the video won’t be released until the investigation is finished.

via KSAT San Antonio|

#body-worn-camera #crime #deadly-conduct