Deputy

Community Mourns Fallen Deputy Brandon Gaede: A Hero Remembered After Tragic Shooting in Phillipsburg

by

WICHITA, Kan. — The community is mourning the loss of Deputy Brandon Gaede, who was killed while responding to a call about illegal fireworks in Phillipsburg on Friday night. The incident, which has deeply affected those within law enforcement and the local community, underscores the risks officers face daily while serving. Deputy Gaede, a member of the Phillips County Sheriff’s Office, was shot during an altercation with a suspect identified as Kolton Griffith, 27. Law enforcement officials reported that the shooting occurred shortly after 9:30 p.m. while Gaede was investigating the fireworks complaint at a … Read more

Family of Black Man Killed by Sheriff’s Deputy Reaches $3.5 Million Settlement in High-Profile Case

by

SAN ANTONIO — The family of a Black man who was shot and killed by a sheriff’s deputy in Washington has reached a $3.5 million settlement in a lawsuit over his death. The shooting incident raised significant concerns regarding law enforcement practices and racial discrimination. The case centers on the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Andre Maurice Johnson by a deputy in 2021. Johnson, who was reportedly unarmed, was approached by law enforcement while they were responding to a call. The details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting revealed an escalation that ended tragically. The settlement … Read more

Georgia Airman’s Family Files Lawsuit Following Fatal Encounter with Florida Deputy

by

Augusta, Ga. — The family of a Georgia airman who lost his life during a traffic incident involving a Florida deputy has announced their intention to file a lawsuit. The tragic event that led to the death of 29-year-old Airman First Class Nathaniel W. Lee occurred in July 2024, prompting the family to seek legal action against Escambia County and the deputy involved. According to family statements, Lee was fatally shot multiple times after a brief encounter with the deputy. The incident, which drew significant public attention, has sparked discussions surrounding law enforcement practices and … Read more

Justice on the Line: Lawsuit Emerges After Tragic Death of U.S. Airman Involved with Okaloosa County Deputy

by

Fort Walton Beach, Florida—The family of a U.S. Airman, who was fatally shot by an Okaloosa County deputy during a confrontation in a local neighborhood, has filed a lawsuit seeking justice for their loved one. The incident, which occurred on March 12, has been a source of significant public outcry and scrutiny. The suit alleges that the deputy used excessive force during the encounter, resulting in the tragic death of the airman. The complaint identifies the deputy involved and claims negligence and wrongful death, asserting that the deputy’s actions were unjustifiable given the circumstances. Witnesses … Read more