Officers

Federal Jury Exonerates Former Norfolk Officers in Controversial Retaliation Case Following Car Crash

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NORFOLK, Va. — A federal jury has ruled in favor of three former Norfolk police officers accused of retaliating against Brandon A. Williams following a serious car crash in September 2020. After two days of deliberation, the eight-member jury found unanimously that the officers did not conspire to infringe on Williams’ rights. The civil trial, held in U.S. District Court, concluded last week after four days of testimonies. Williams, 40 and the stepson of Hampton Deputy Police Chief Kenny Ferguson, had sought damages for the emotional distress he claimed resulted from the police officers’ alleged … Read more

10th Circuit Weighs Denver Officer’s Appeal to Dismiss $14M Jury Ruling from 2020 Protest Incident

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DENVER — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit is currently reviewing a request from the City of Denver and its police department to overturn a significant jury verdict amounting to $14 million. This decision stems from protests in 2020 that erupted in response to the killing of George Floyd, which sparked nationwide demonstrations decrying police brutality and racial injustice. The jury’s verdict, delivered last year, held the city and a police officer liable for excessive use of force against protesters. This judgment has raised critical questions about the appropriate use of force … Read more

Controversy and Tragedy: Jimmy Kimmel’s Show Pulled Amid Backlash, while Pennsylvania Grapples with Loss of Officers

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Los Angeles, California — Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night talk show has been suspended indefinitely following controversial remarks he made regarding the death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. The network announced the decision in a statement, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining a respectful environment while addressing sensitive issues. In a separate incident in Pennsylvania, a tragic shooting left three police officers dead and two others wounded. Authorities have confirmed that the incident occurred during a routine call, escalating into a confrontation that resulted in the fatalities. The community is now grappling with the profound loss and the … Read more

Volusia County Judge Seals Confession in Edgewater Officer’s Murder Case as Community Prepares for Final Farewell

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VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — A judge in Volusia County has decided to seal the murder confession related to the shooting of Edgewater Police Officer David Jewell, who was shot and killed at a gas station in Ormond-by-the-Sea earlier this week. The tragic incident occurred on Monday, and Officer Jewell’s body was later transported from the medical examiner’s office to a local funeral home, accompanied by a somber procession of law enforcement officers from across Volusia County on Thursday. Hours after the judge’s ruling, the attorney for the suspect, who admitted to killing Jewell, submitted a … Read more