Death

Oklahoma Lawmakers File Lawsuit Seeking Release of Communication Documents in Death Row Inmate’s Clemency Hearing

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Duncan, Oklahoma – Two Oklahoma lawmakers have filed a lawsuit against District 6 District Attorney Jason Hicks, seeking access to communications related to the clemency hearing of death row inmate Richard Glossip. Representatives Justin Humphrey and Kevin McDugle filed the lawsuit on December 20 in Stephens County District Court. The lawmakers are requesting the release of documents that outline the communications between Hicks and other members of the District Attorney Council, as well as reimbursement of attorney fees. Hicks, who oversees Caddo, Grady, Jefferson, and Stephens Counties, refused to provide the records in response to … Read more

Tragic Death of Inmate Alleges Negligence: Lawsuit Reveals 64-pound Weight Loss in Jail

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Las Vegas, Nevada – A recent federal lawsuit alleges that Fernando Martinez Jr. died while incarcerated at the Clark County Detention Center due to inadequate medical treatment. The lawsuit, filed on behalf of Martinez’s mother, Sonia Esparza, claims that jail staff failed to provide proper care for Martinez’s mental health and physical well-being. Martinez, who had been diagnosed with schizophrenia, lost 64 pounds over a span of 77 days before his death. The lawsuit argues that jail staff were aware of Martinez’s condition and history of deteriorating mental health, yet failed to address his needs. … Read more

Federal Judge Dismisses Civil Lawsuit in Dallas Police Custody Death of Diamond Ross

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Dallas, Texas – A federal judge has dismissed a civil lawsuit filed by the family of Diamond Ross, more than five years after her death from an overdose while in Dallas police custody. Ross’ family had sought answers and disciplinary action regarding the 34-year-old’s death in 2018. Video footage released by the police in 2019 showed Ross repeatedly asking for water and help as she was taken to jail. The lawsuit, filed in 2020, sought damages and policy changes from those involved, including two police officers, the Dallas Police Department, Dallas Fire-Rescue, and the Dallas … Read more

Capital Murder Case Dropped: Steven Aubrey Cleared in Death of Prominent Dallas Lawyer

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DALLAS, Texas – A capital murder charge against Steven Aubrey, accused in the death of prominent Dallas lawyer Ira Tobolowsky, has been dropped by prosecutors. Tobolowsky was found dead in 2016 with blunt-force trauma after his home in North Dallas was set on fire. The Dallas County District Attorney’s Office filed a motion to dismiss the charge, stating that they were unable to make a prima facie case at this time. Aubrey had been named a person of interest in the case early on but was not arrested until 2022. He had been set to … Read more