Tag: police violence
Mistrial declared in murder case against Ray Tensing
Within the past week, Tensing has become the third police officer avoiding criminal charges after fatally shooting a black man.
Police chief calls for suspension after officer kicks handcuffed man’s head
Currently, no criminal charges have been filed.
Parents of Michael Brown settle wrongful death lawsuit
U.S. District Judge E. Richard Webber approved an undisclosed settlement for a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the parents of Michael Brown.
Thousands protest Philando Castile shooting verdict
“This verdict shows how the system is rigged against justice for victims of police terror.”
Frat boy fascists and real world trolls
The idea that the left, even at its extremes, surpasses the right in terms of violence is a myth propagated as much by the center as it is by the right.
State trooper arrested for smashing teen’s head through patrol car window
After investigating footage and witness reports, detectives determined that Neal had been unjustified in his use of excessive force.
Sheriff’s deputy and her husband arrested for murder of unarmed man
Detained in custody overnight, the Thompsons are currently out on bond. If convicted, they face five years to life in prison.
Officer who killed Tamir Rice fired for lying on job application
City officials and the police department insist that the officers were punished for administrative violations – not for the killing of a 12-year-old boy.
Police officer caught punching teenage girl on video
Local activists are demanding an independent investigation into the needless beating of a teenage girl.
LAPD officer avoids jail time after beating handcuffed man on video
Garcia no longer receives paychecks from the department and could face termination.
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