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Cook County Mourns the Loss of Beloved Deputy Howard Lorette Following Sudden Illness

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COOK COUNTY, Ga. — A deputy with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office has died following a sudden illness. Deputy Howard “Howie” Lorette passed away at his home, a loss that has left the community in mourning. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office made the announcement via social media on Saturday, sharing the news that many in the area have been greatly affected by Lorette’s passing. With a career spanning 15 years in law enforcement, Lorette dedicated eight of those years to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. He previously served with both the City of Sparks Police … Read more

Baxter County Sheriff’s Office Partners with Federal Program to Enhance Immigration Enforcement

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Mountain Home, Arkansas – The Baxter County Sheriff’s Office is set to expand its role in immigration enforcement by participating in a federal program that allows selected deputies to assist with immigration laws. Sheriff John Montgomery confirmed that his office is joining the 287(g) program, which grants local law enforcement the authority to enforce federal immigration laws under the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. This initiative aims to enhance collaboration between local law enforcement and federal authorities to address immigration issues more effectively. The program has been implemented in various communities across the country, … Read more

Franklin County Jury Awards Family $27 Million After Security Assault Leads to Tragic Death

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A Franklin County jury has ruled in favor of the family of Gregory Coleman Jr., awarding them $27 million following his death after an altercation outside a Short North bar in Columbus, Ohio. Coleman, 37, died on September 18, 2022, after being in a coma for two weeks due to injuries sustained in the incident. Ed Hastie, the family’s legal representative, expressed the significance of the verdict, stating it reflects a pursuit of justice. The Coleman family initiated a lawsuit in 2023, targeting the ownership group of the Julep bar, known as I Love High … Read more

Franklin County Jury Awards $27 Million to Family of Gregory Coleman Jr. After Fatal Assault by Security Guards

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Franklin County jury has ordered a $27 million verdict in a heartbreaking case tied to the death of Gregory Coleman Jr., a 37-year-old father deeply involved in his community. Coleman passed away after being attacked by security personnel outside the now-closed Julep Bar in the Short North, an incident that gained significant attention after being recorded and shared widely online. The lawsuit, initiated in 2023, held accountable both the bar’s owners and the two security guards involved in the incident, Dwayne Cummings and Chrystian Foster. In 2024, both were found guilty … Read more