Guards

Banksy’s Provocative New Mural of Justice Gone Awry Sparks Controversy as Guards Quickly Cover It Up

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London, England — A new artwork by the elusive street artist Banksy adorned the walls of the Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a judge wielding a gavel against a vulnerable protester. The piece, perceived as a commentary on recent pro-Palestine demonstrations, was swiftly obscured by security personnel following its appearance. Banksy confirmed the authenticity of the artwork on Monday morning via an Instagram post, showcasing an image that captures the scene where the protester is illustrated lying on the ground with a placard featuring a red stain resembling blood. The mural is located on the … Read more

Franklin County Jury Awards $27 Million to Family of Gregory Coleman Jr. After Fatal Assault by Security Guards

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Franklin County jury has ordered a $27 million verdict in a heartbreaking case tied to the death of Gregory Coleman Jr., a 37-year-old father deeply involved in his community. Coleman passed away after being attacked by security personnel outside the now-closed Julep Bar in the Short North, an incident that gained significant attention after being recorded and shared widely online. The lawsuit, initiated in 2023, held accountable both the bar’s owners and the two security guards involved in the incident, Dwayne Cummings and Chrystian Foster. In 2024, both were found guilty … Read more

Lawsuit Claims Jail Guards Disregarded Pleas While Inmate Suffered Fatal Torture by Cellmate

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San Diego, CA — An emotionally wrenching lawsuit has emerged garnering concerns about negligence within the prison system, as a man allegedly endured fatal torture by his cellmate while their cries for help were reportedly ignored by jail guards. The horrific incident unfolded within the walls of a California jail, spotlighting pressing questions regarding the supervision and protocols established for inmate safety. According to legal documents filed, the victim, whose life tragically ended within a confined sheriffs’ department facility, was subjected to prolonged abuse that led to his death. The lawsuit claims that despite the … Read more

Jury Grants $250,000 to South Carolina Inmate Blinded by Guard’s Pepper Spray

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Columbia, SC – A jury in Richland County has granted a $250,000 award to a former inmate who claimed he was rendered blind in one eye after a correctional officer used pepper spray on him. This incident, which has spotlighted the use of force in state correctional facilities, occurred after the inmate allegedly failed to comply with an order during his incarceration at the Broad River Correctional Institution. The inmate, Michael Gibson, reported that during the 2018 incident, the correctional officer, identified in the lawsuit as Sergeant Johanna Smith, used excessive force by directly spraying … Read more