Deputy

Trump Appoints His Criminal Defense Attorney as Deputy Attorney General

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Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump has put forward his own criminal defense lawyer for the significant role of deputy attorney general, a nomination that stands out as both unconventional and an indication of deep trust. By choosing a legal confidant who has served him in personal litigation, Trump is making a clear statement about his preferences and priorities for the Department of Justice. The nominee, a seasoned attorney closely aligned with Trump through various legal battles, marks a departure from the typical trajectory seen in previous holders of the post, who often have backgrounds … Read more

Former Sheriff’s Deputy Acquitted in Controversial Mistreatment and Battery Case

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In Clay County, a six-person jury recently acquitted Harold “Hank” Stellner, a former deputy sheriff, of charges related to the mistreatment and battery of a confined individual. The verdict followed a brief discussion lasting just under an hour, ultimately clearing Stellner of one count of mistreatment of a confined person and one count of battery. The trial’s focal point rested on the interpretation of Stellner’s actions during the incident in question. During the proceedings, the prosecution argued for a conviction on both counts, claiming that Stellner had engaged in both ill-treatment and physical abuse of … Read more

Orange County Grand Jury Exonerates Deputy in April Shooting Incident

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Orange County, FL — An Orange County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been exonerated by a grand jury in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in April. Officials confirmed that the deputy did not violate any laws during the encounter which resulted in a man being shot and injured. The incident unfolded on April 19 when deputies were dispatched to an apartment complex on United Kingdom Circle following reports of a man who had fired a gun and aimed it at another resident. Upon arrival, deputies encountered 48-year-old Jesse Lewelling outside the apartment buildings. Authorities … Read more

Ex-Alameda County Deputy Convicted in Double Murder Amid Scandal Over Failed Psych Tests of Other Deputies

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OAKLAND, Calif. — A former Alameda County sheriff’s deputy was convicted of first-degree murder in the killings of a Dublin couple, a case that gripped the community and cast a shadow over the sheriff’s department after revelations of widespread psychological assessment failures among deputies. The jury found 26-year-old Devin Williams guilty in the deaths of Maria and Benison Tran, who were fatally shot in their home on September 7, 2022. During the trial, prosecutors presented evidence that Williams was romantically involved with Maria Tran, notwithstanding her marriage to Benison Tran. The couple’s teenage son was … Read more