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Justice Served: Jury Delivers Verdict in 2022 Murder Case of Fulton County Deputy

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ATLANTA, Ga. — A jury has found a man guilty in the 2022 shooting death of a Fulton County deputy during a traffic stop. The decision comes after emotional testimonies and meticulous scrutiny of evidence over the course of the trial. The accused, 32-year-old Rashun Quinton, faced several charges, including murder and aggravated assault. The deputy, who was conducting a routine stop, was shot shortly after approaching Quinton’s vehicle, marking a tragic incident that shocked the local community and law enforcement agencies. During the trial, prosecutors presented compelling evidence that included eyewitness accounts and forensic … Read more

Gender Discrimination Lawsuit Launched Against City of Laredo by Former Animal Care Director and Police Deputy Chief

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LAREDO, Texas — A legal battle is unfolding as a former city department director, along with a senior police officer, has initiated a joint lawsuit against the City of Laredo, alleging gender discrimination. This case features significant claims of retaliation and discrimination tied to the plaintiffs’ professional experiences and actions within the city government. The lawsuit stems from the dismissal of Karina Elizondo, who served as the Director of Laredo Animal Care Services until her termination approximately 18 months ago. Edward Pina, her attorney, contends that Elizondo’s firing was linked to her gender and pregnancy. … Read more

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

Jury Begins Deliberations in High-Stakes Trial of Man Accused of Killing Off-Duty Deputy Amid Controversial Self-Defense Claims

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ATLANTA — Closing arguments unfolded Thursday in the trial of Alton Oliver, charged with fatally shooting a Fulton County sheriff’s deputy. The proceedings concluded just a day after Oliver took the stand to share his version of events. Oliver testified that he shot Deputy James Thomas out of fear, claiming the deputy made several unwanted sexual advances while driving past him. He recounted that after a second encounter, Thomas allegedly accelerated toward him, prompting his reaction. Deputy Thomas was discovered deceased in the driver’s seat of a crashed vehicle early on December 2022, around 4:30 … Read more