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Jury Awards $4 Million in Wrongful Death Case of Air Force Cadet, Family Seeks Federal Probe into Police Investigation Missteps

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A federal court jury has awarded $4 million to the family of Alex Bello-Ortiz, an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University student and Air Force cadet, in a verdict that contradicted initial findings by local police that his 2020 death was a suicide. The family’s assertion, supported by evidence, suggested that Bello-Ortiz was fatally shot by his roommate following an altercation. Maria Lourdes Ortiz, Alex’s mother, expressed relief following the civil court’s decision. “I know the police department is supposed to do their job, but they did not do justice for my son. Thank God … Read more

Prime Minister Starmer Vows to Bolster Police Force, Pledges 13,000 New Officers to Strengthen Community Safety

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LONDON — Prominent headlines signal serious shifts in both domestic and international spheres today, as new strategies and crises unfold. In Britain, Sir Keir Starmer’s government is pushing for a significant increase in police presence while, across the Channel, the French government faces upheaval following a contentious budget proposal. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced an ambitious plan to escalate the battle against crime across England and Wales. His administration is proposing the addition of 13,000 neighborhood police officers, a move aimed at enhancing local law enforcement and strengthing the relationship between police and communities. … Read more

King County Boosts Judicial Force with Two Additional Judges to Accelerate Eviction Proceedings

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Seattle, WA — In an effort to expedite the resolution of eviction cases, King County has recently increased its judicial workforce, adding two new judges to its Superior Court bench. This strategic move aims to address the growing backlog of eviction proceedings exacerbated by the pandemic, ensuring faster case processing to meet both tenant and landlord needs. The additional judges were appointed following an evident rise in eviction filings, a trend notably influenced by the expirations of COVID-19 related moratoriums. The moratoriums, initially put in place to prevent mass evictions during the economic upheavals caused … Read more

Lawsuit Claims Ex-Deputy Blinded Man During Arrest, Excessive Force Alleged in Disturbing Casino Encounter

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Denver, CO – A lawsuit has been filed against a former Gilpin County sheriff’s deputy accused of assaulting a local man, Christopher Bustos, resulting in the loss of vision in one eye during a confrontation last year. The incident, which occurred on March 19, 2023, has sparked concerns regarding the use of excessive force and adherence to law enforcement protocols. According to court documents, Filip Perry, the implicated former deputy, approached a vehicle reported as stolen, positioned in the Ameristar Casino parking lot in Blackhawk. Bustos, along with an unidentified passenger, was in the car … Read more