CoverUp

Former East Cleveland Police Commander Convicted in Cover-Up of Fatal High-Speed Chase

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CLEVELAND, Ohio – A former East Cleveland police commander, known by the nickname “Pac Man,” was found guilty Thursday on multiple charges related to his involvement in two high-speed police chases, one resulting in a fatality. The verdict concluded a trial that highlighted significant breaches in law enforcement conduct and oversight. The Cuyahoga County jury convicted Larry McDonald on eight out of ten counts, including tampering with records, obstructing official business, dereliction of duty, tampering with evidence, and telecommunications fraud. This case underscores ongoing concerns regarding accountability in police operations. During the trial, prosecutors detailed … Read more

Oklahoma Lawmaker Demands Grand Jury Probe into Human Services Department Amidst Allegations of Child Abuse Cover-Up

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OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma — In a significant move demonstrating growing concerns over child welfare, a group of vigilant citizens led by a state lawmaker initiated a legal call for greater scrutiny of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS). They have filed for a grand jury probe to examine allegations of misconduct within the agency. At a press conference at the state Capitol, Rep. Justin “J.J.” Humphrey, alongside multiple concerned groups, expressed dissatisfaction with DHS’s efforts in protecting vulnerable children and adults. They alleged that systemic failures and unaddressed abuses necessitated the intervention of a … Read more

Deadlocked Jury Continues Deliberation in High-Stakes Trial Alleging Police Cover-Up

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DEDHAM, Mass. — As the trial of a Boston police officer accused of murdering a fellow officer nears its conclusion, the deadlocked jury’s difficulty in reaching a verdict highlights the complexities of a case shadowed by allegations of a police cover-up. The defense argues that the accused, Officer Read, is a scapegoat in a broader scheme of law enforcement corruption, asserting she was framed for a crime committed within the confines of another officer’s home. The jury, which consists of six men and six women, began their deliberations nearly two months ago but sent a … Read more

Tensions Rise as Jury Deliberates in High-Profile Boston Officer Death Case Amidst Allegations of Police Cover-Up

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Canton, MA — The unresolved fate of a woman accused of killing a Boston police officer continues to unfold in a Massachusetts courtroom, where a jury has reported being unable to agree on a verdict after extensive deliberations. Karen Read, the defendant, faces charges of second-degree murder and manslaughter in connection to the January 2022 death of Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe. Legal experts emphasize the delicate balance a judge must maintain in guiding a deadlocked jury. Often referred to as a “dynamite charge” among legal professionals, the instruction intended to motivate a stuck jury … Read more