$30.5 Million Verdict: Kern County Loses Major Lawsuit After Officer-Involved Shooting Shocks Mojave Family
Bakersfield, CA — In a significant legal decision, a federal jury in California awarded $30.5 million to a family from Mojave, after finding Kern County and two sheriff’s deputies responsible for the wrongful death of their family member and violation of civil rights. The verdict stems from a 2017 incident in which a man was fatally shot by law enforcement in his home. The confrontation began when deputies responded to a late-night call regarding a domestic disturbance at the residence of the deceased. According to court documents, upon their arrival, one of the deputies fired … Read more