Officers

Federal Jury Awards $10 Million to Family of Jared Lakey in Controversial Civil Case Following Officers’ Actions

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WILSON, Okla. — A federal jury has awarded $10 million to the family of Jared Lakey, who died in 2019 following a controversial encounter with law enforcement. The decision, announced Monday, holds two former officers accountable for Lakey’s death, although the family’s attorney expressed dissatisfaction with the outcome. Spencer Bryan, the attorney representing Lakey’s family, acknowledged the jury’s verdict but indicated it fell short of their expectations. “I certainly respect the jury’s decision, even though I may not agree with it,” Bryan stated. Lakey was subjected to 53 instances of being tased within a brief … Read more

Lawsuit Alleges loanDepot Engaged in Deceptive Practices, Pressuring Loan Officers to Manipulate Rates for Profit

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Los Angeles, California – A lawsuit has emerged, accusing loanDepot of coercing loan officers to prioritize higher-rate loans for borrowers in order to secure greater commissions. This practice reportedly underpins allegations of steering in the mortgage lending process. The claims suggest that when loan officers were unable to finalize certain deals, they would reroute borrowers to internal loan consultants, allowing the company to pay less in compensation. However, the lawsuit argues that these transfers were predominantly superficial, with the original loan officer remaining actively involved in the transactions. If the documentation for a transfer cited … Read more

Former Police Officer’s Bond Request Denied Amid Serious Charges of Sexual Assault on Minor

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MOBILE, Ala. — A judge has denied a motion to restore bond for a former police officer from Bayou La Batre who is facing serious allegations of sexual assault against a minor. William “B.J.” Squires, previously released on bond, now remains in custody following a recent court hearing. Last month, the court revoked Squires’ bond after learning that he attended a baseball game in Biloxi, Mississippi, which violated the terms of his release that mandated he stay within Alabama’s borders. Squires is accused of raping and sexually abusing a 14-year-old girl, and the case has … Read more

Cleveland Heights Responds to Grand Jury’s Ruling in Officers’ Involvement in Tragic Shooting

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CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio — A grand jury has opted not to indict three police officers involved in the fatal shooting of a 21-year-old man, a decision that has sparked a mix of reactions within the community. The incident in question occurred in May, resulting in the death of 21-year-old Roshawn Williams, who was armed at the time of the confrontation with officers. Prosecutors presented evidence and testimony regarding the events leading up to the shooting, ultimately concluding that the officers acted within legal bounds. The jurors reviewed body camera footage, eyewitness accounts, and police statements … Read more