Patrol

Jury Clears Washington State Patrol in Protester Death Case, Finds Driver Solely Negligent

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Seattle, WA – In a recent verdict, a jury has absolved the Washington State Patrol (WSP) of any responsibility in the death of Summer Taylor, a protester who was fatally struck during a demonstration on Interstate 5 back in 2020. The lawsuit brought forth by Taylor’s family sought $24 million in damages, attributing negligence to the troopers for not ensuring the safety of the Black Lives Matter protesters that Taylor was part of. The tragic incident occurred when Dawit Kelete, driving home early on July 4, entered the freeway where the protest was taking place … Read more

NYPD Patrol Chief Pushes for Changes in Sanctuary City Regulations

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New York, NY — NYPD’s Chief of Patrol, Juanita Holmes, voiced a critical stance on the city’s current sanctuary laws this week, urging for revisions to more effectively balance immigrant protections with law enforcement’s ability to maintain public safety. At a recent press conference, Holmes highlighted challenges faced by officers due to restrictions imposed by these laws on the NYPD’s interactions with federal immigration authorities. Holmes expressed concern that the stringent regulations are hindering police efforts to combat crime, particularly when dealing with suspects who are undocumented immigrants. The NYPD, under existing sanctuary city policies, … Read more

San Diego Judge Awards $1.5 Million to Family After Border Patrol Violated Rights of 9-Year-Old Girl and Brother

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San Diego, California – A family has been awarded $1.5 million by a federal judge in San Diego after ruling that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) violated the rights of a 9-year-old girl and her brother while they were attempting to cross into the U.S. The judge, Gonzalo Curiel, found that the actions of CBP during their detention and interrogation for 34 hours in March 2019 violated their 4th Amendment rights, which protect against unreasonable search and seizure. The family’s lawyer, Joseph McMullen, described the treatment of the children as “outrageous” and stated that … Read more

Officers Injured in South LA Patrol Car Collision at 108th Street Intersection

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South Los Angeles, CA (AP) – Two deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department sustained injuries in a patrol car crash at the intersection of 108th Street and Vermont Avenue on January 8, 2024. The incident occurred at approximately 6 p.m. when the patrol car driven by LASD deputies collided with another vehicle. The exact cause of the crash is currently under investigation. Both deputies were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of their injuries. The extent of their injuries and their current conditions have not been disclosed. Patrol car crashes involving law … Read more