Police

Jury Awards $2.27 Million to Family in Fatal Capitol Police Shooting, Criticizes State Training and Supervision

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Honolulu, Hawaii — In a significant legal ruling on Friday, a jury determined that the state of Hawaii failed to adequately train and supervise a former deputy sheriff, resulting in the 2019 fatal shooting of a homeless man on the grounds of the state Capitol. The family of the slain man, Delmar Espejo, was awarded $2.27 million in damages after a civil trial that cast a renewed spotlight on the state’s law enforcement practices. Gregory Bergman, the ex-deputy in question and now a San Diego police officer, was involved in the incident that led to … Read more

Lincoln City Police Officers Cleared by Grand Jury in Fatal Shooting Incident at Local Motel

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Lincoln City, Oregon — A Lincoln County Grand Jury ruled on November 19, 2024, that three Lincoln City police officers acted justifiably when they used lethal force in an encounter with 36-year-old Francisco Campos on October 19, 2024. The verdict came after the jury examined evidence including testimony from nine witnesses, photographs, and video footage provided by the Oregon State Police, who spearheaded the investigation. The critical incident unfolded at a local Motel 6, where police were called to a domestic disturbance involving Campos and a female companion. According to witness statements, motel staff had … Read more

Lincoln City Police Deemed Justified in Fatal Shooting Incident at Local Motel

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Lincoln City, Ore. — A grand jury in Lincoln County recently ruled the use of deadly force by three local police officers as justified in the October shooting death of a 36-year-old Woodburn man, Francisco Campos, during an incident at a Motel 6. Officials from the Lincoln County District Attorney’s office confirmed the decision earlier this month. The incident began shortly after noon on October 19 when a motel employee reported a confrontation involving Campos and a young woman who were both staying as guests. According to authorities, a dispute between the two escalated, capturing … Read more

Alabama Police Ramp Up Road Patrols for Thanksgiving Travel Surge

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Montgomery, AL – As Thanksgiving approaches, Alabama law enforcement is ramping up its presence on state roadways to ensure a safe holiday season for travelers. This proactive safety measure aims to reduce the number of traffic accidents, which historically increase during holiday periods. Officials from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency have confirmed that additional officers will be deployed. These efforts are part of a broader initiative that includes sobriety checkpoints, speed patrols, and campaigns targeting seat belt and child restraint compliance. The step to increase patrols and safety measures is influenced by traffic data which … Read more