Police

University of Washington Hit with $16 Million Verdict in Landmark Racism Lawsuit by Black Police Officers

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Seattle, Washington – The University of Washington has been ordered to pay a $16 million verdict by a King County jury after five Black university police officers filed a lawsuit detailing years of racist comments and discrimination by white supervisors and colleagues. This six-week trial included testimony from numerous witnesses, including university President Ana Mari Cauce, who attested to dozens of instances of hostility and racism towards the Black officers. Toby Marshall, the officers’ attorney, celebrated the verdict as a triumph for racial justice, asserting that it exposed “discrimination within the department at personal risk.” … Read more

Judge Engoron’s Home Targeted: Police Promptly Respond to Bomb Threat

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NEW YORK (AP) — Police in New York City responded to a bomb threat at the home of Judge Engoron on Monday. The incident occurred in the Westchester neighborhood. Authorities arrived on the scene promptly to ensure the safety of the area and investigate the threat. Details about the bomb threat, including the nature of the threat and any potential suspects, have not been released by the police. It is unclear at this time if there were any explosives found or if the threat was determined to be credible. Judge Engoron, whose full name is … Read more

Massive Police Mobilization in Oakland Park: Investigating an Alleged Shooting Incident

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OAKLAND PARK, Fla. – A major law enforcement response was triggered in Oakland Park, Florida, after receiving reports of a shooting incident. Authorities swiftly mobilized to the scene, demonstrating their commitment to maintaining public safety. Details surrounding the reported shooting are still emerging, and law enforcement officials have been tight-lipped about specific information. However, witnesses near the incident reported hearing gunshots and observing a heightened police presence in the area shortly after. The incident has sparked concerns among local residents, who rely on law enforcement to protect their community from violent crime. This incident underscores … Read more

Former Caldwell Police Sergeant’s Trial for Sexual Abuse Pushed to Next Year

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BOISE, Idaho – The trial for former Caldwell Police Department sergeant Ryan Bendawald, who is accused of sexually abusing women, has been rescheduled for next year. Court documents filed in late December reveal that Bendawald’s jury trial, initially set to begin on Monday at the federal courthouse in Boise, has been postponed until January 21, 2025. Bendawald’s defense team argued that they require more time to adequately prepare for the trial. According to federal court records, the defense lawyers cited the extensive volume of documents received in the discovery process as the reason for needing … Read more