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Excessive Force

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law-and-justice1 month ago•35 min saved

Dodgers fan wins $11.8M after LAPD projectile blinds him during 2020 World Series celebration

A federal jury awarded Isaac Castellanos $11.8 million after he was blinded in one eye when LAPD officers fired a projectile into a crowd during the Dodgers’ 2020 World Series celebration in downtown Los Angeles; Castellanos argued excessive force and policy violations, and his lawyers have sought to triple the award under California law; the verdict—likely to be appealed—highlights concerns about the use of less-lethal weapons and accountability in crowd-control incidents.

via Yahoo|

#dodgers #excessive-force #isaac-castellanos

crime-and-courts1 month ago•5 min saved

Verdict Hits LAPD Overreach in Dodgers Celebration Blinded Fan

A federal jury awarded $11.8 million to Isaac Castellanos, a Dodgers fan blinded in one eye when LAPD fired less-lethal projectiles into a Downtown crowd during the 2020 World Series celebration; the verdict ends a long-running lawsuit alleging excessive force, with potential tripling under state law, though appeals and city approvals remain to come.

via Los Angeles Times|

#crime-and-courts #dodgers #excessive-force

news5 months ago•1 min saved

Family Sues Joliet Police Over Man’s In-Custody Death

The family of David Malito, who died in police custody at a Joliet gas station after an encounter caught on bodycam, has filed a lawsuit accusing officers of excessive force, despite the Will County state's attorney clearing them of wrongdoing. The incident, which involved Malito struggling with police and dying from an overdose, occurred shortly after a report highlighting a pattern of excessive force by Joliet police.

via ABC7 Chicago|

#bodycam-video #david-malito #excessive-force

world7 months ago•7 min saved

Judge Criticizes Border Patrol Chief Over Force and Transparency Concerns

A federal judge criticized Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino for violating orders to limit the use of riot-control weapons during Chicago protests, citing incidents of tear gas and excessive force against peaceful protesters and children, and demanded daily reports from him as investigations continue into the agents' conduct.

via Block Club Chicago|

#border-patrol #chicago-protests #excessive-force

local8 months ago•1 min saved

Seattle Police End Federal Oversight After 13 Years

A federal judge ended over a decade of federal oversight of the Seattle Police Department, citing significant improvements in officer accountability, use-of-force policies, and community relations since the implementation of reforms following allegations of excessive force and racial bias.

via The New York Times|

#excessive-force #federal-oversight #local

local10 months ago•2 min saved

Violence and Arrests at Cincinnati Roebling Bridge Protests

Brandon Hill was injured and detained after a peaceful protest crossing the Roebling Suspension Bridge in Covington, Kentucky, which led to a confrontation with police involving allegations of excessive force. Hill claims he was trying to avoid being shot and was not armed, while police say he attempted to disarm an officer. The incident is under investigation, and the officer involved has been placed on administrative duty.

via WCPO 9 Cincinnati|

#brandon-hill #bridge-clash #covington-police

law-and-justice10 months ago•5 min saved

Mother's Lawsuit Against Seattle Officer Advances

A federal judge has allowed a lawsuit to proceed against Seattle police officers involved in the 2019 shooting of Ryan Smith, who was killed after a mental health crisis. The case challenges the officers' use of deadly force and the police department's handling of Smith's mental health issues, with the trial scheduled for September. The ruling marks a shift in legal attitudes towards police accountability and qualified immunity.

via NBC News|

#excessive-force #law-and-justice #lawsuit

us-news1 year ago•6 min saved

DOJ Finds Memphis Police Violated Constitution and Discriminated Against Black Residents

A U.S. Department of Justice investigation has found that the Memphis Police Department uses excessive force and discriminates against Black people, following the 2023 death of Tyre Nichols after a traffic stop. The report highlights systemic issues, including the use of traffic stops to address crime and a lack of oversight, leading to rights violations disproportionately affecting Black residents. The city of Memphis has resisted federal oversight until it can review the findings, while the involved officers face legal consequences.

via NPR|

#doj-investigation #excessive-force #memphis-police

us-news1 year ago

DOJ Report: Memphis Police Guilty of Excessive Force and Racial Discrimination

The U.S. Justice Department has found that the Memphis Police Department engaged in excessive force and discriminatory practices against Black residents. This investigation highlights systemic issues within the department, raising concerns about civil rights violations and prompting calls for reform.

via The New York Times|

#civil-rights #discrimination #excessive-force

law-and-crime1 year ago•2 min saved

Botham Jean's Family Wins $98M Civil Suit Against Amber Guyger

A jury has awarded $98 million to the family of Botham Jean, a Dallas man fatally shot in his home by former police officer Amber Guyger, who was found to have used excessive force. The verdict includes $60 million in punitive damages and $38 million in compensatory damages. The case highlighted issues of racial bias and police accountability, with the jury condemning Guyger's actions as malicious and reckless. Guyger, who was convicted of murder in 2018, did not attend the civil trial or have legal representation.

via NBC News|

#amber-guyger #botham-jean #civil-verdict

crime2 years ago•7 min saved

Derek Chauvin Allegedly Used Excessive Force on Woman Before George Floyd Incident

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is accused in a new federal lawsuit of using excessive force by kneeling on a woman's back during an arrest in January 2020, months before the fatal incident involving George Floyd. The lawsuit alleges Chauvin and his partner, Ellen Jensen, violently removed Patty Day from her car, causing injuries, and failed to report their use of force. The complaint highlights a pattern of misconduct by Chauvin and claims the Minneapolis Police Department ignored such behavior, contributing to systemic issues of excessive force and racial discrimination.

via NBC News|

#civil-rights #crime #derek-chauvin

law-enforcement2 years ago•4 min saved

"Excessive Force: Chicago Police Fire 96 Shots in Fatal Traffic Stop"

Chicago police fired nearly 100 shots at a 26-year-old man during a traffic stop, killing him and injuring an officer, with bodycam footage raising questions about excessive force. While the driver reportedly fired first, his family and attorneys question the officers' response to a seat belt violation, as multiple agencies investigate whether the officers' actions were justified. The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is reviewing the incident, and it remains unclear if the officers involved will face criminal charges.

via WPVI-TV|

#bodycam-footage #chicago #excessive-force

crime-and-justice2 years ago•6 min saved

"Chaos Erupts After 96 Shots Fired in Deadly Chicago Police Shooting"

Chicago police officers fired nearly 100 rounds at Dexter Reed, a Black man, during a traffic stop for a seatbelt violation, killing him. The police watchdog agency questions the validity of the stop and the officers' use of deadly force. The released bodycam footage shows Reed resisting, firing at officers, and then being shot 96 times in 41 seconds. The family's attorneys allege the shooting was disproportionate and unconstitutional, while city officials express concern but have not indicated charges against the officers.

via USA TODAY|

#chicago #civil-rights #crime-and-justice

law-enforcement2 years ago•5 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds Release of 13-Year-Old's Arrest Footage at Summerville Walmart"

The Summerville Police released edited bodycam footage of the arrest of a 13-year-old boy, prompting the family's attorney to criticize the selective editing and call for a comprehensive investigation into the officers' conduct. The attorney alleges that the officer acted as the initial aggressor and used excessive force, leading to physical and emotional harm to the minor. The incident, which occurred at a Walmart, has sparked concerns about over-policing and the treatment of rose vendors in the community. The attorney also raised questions about the officers' past violations and called for accountability and a reevaluation of policing policies.

via Live 5 News WCSC|

#arrest-footage #attorney-response #excessive-force

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Diddy's Ex Releases Footage of Raid Amid Allegations of Excessive Force and Legal Ramifications"

Diddy's ex-partner, Misa Hylton, criticized Homeland Security for using "excessive" force during raids on the rapper's properties, sharing edited security footage of the encounters. The raids are part of an ongoing federal investigation, reportedly related to human trafficking. Diddy has faced multiple lawsuits alleging serious sexual misconduct, which he and his lawyer have vehemently denied, calling the raids a "witch hunt based on meritless accusations made in civil lawsuits."

via The Independent|

#allegations #diddy #entertainment