Police

New Orleans to Compensate Teen With $1 Million After Sexual Assault by Police Officer

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New Orleans, Louisiana – A federal jury in New Orleans has ruled that the city must compensate a teenager $1 million after she was sexually assaulted by a police officer. The decision culminates a distressing saga that spotlighted issues in the supervision and conduct within the local police department. The incident, which unfolded while the teenager was being driven in a police vehicle, raises serious concerns about the safety protocols and oversight in police interactions, particularly those involving minors. Following the assault, the officer involved was terminated and subsequently convicted, underscoring a breach of trust … Read more

Cherokee County Man Faces Sentencing for Illegal Modification of Shotgun Discovered During Police Raid

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Cherokee County, GA – A local man is awaiting sentencing after law enforcement discovered a modified sawed-off shotgun in his residence, Cherokee County officials reported. The arrest underscores ongoing efforts to clamp down on illegal firearms in the area. In May 2023, the Sandy Springs Police Department, acting on a search warrant, entered the home of Matthew Miller, 35, where he resided with his girlfriend. During the search, detectives found a shotgun with significant illegal alterations; the barrel had been shortened to lengths not permissible by law. Upon inspection, police confirmed the shotgun contained one … Read more

Federal Judge Greenlights Settlement on City Police Department’s Controversial Gang List

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Wichita, Kansas — A federal judge has ratified a settlement that will overhaul how the Wichita Police Department handles its controversial gang list. This decision marks a crucial turnaround in a longstanding debate over the implications and legality of the list. The authorization of the agreement resolves a lawsuit that alleged profiling and civil rights violations by the police department. It was asserted in the lawsuit that the criteria used to add individuals to the gang list were vague, and overwhelmingly targeted African American and Latino residents without adequate justification or an easy route for … Read more

D.C. Faces Lawsuit Over Police Tactics at Gaza Protests Near Democratic Headquarters

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Washington, D.C. — A lawsuit has been filed against the Washington, D.C., police department, alleging excessive use of force during protests outside the Democratic National Committee headquarters earlier this year. The protests, sparked by escalating tensions in Gaza, saw demonstrators gather to express their concerns and call for peace, only to be met with what is being described as undue aggression by law enforcement officers. The legal action, initiated by civil rights attorneys representing several demonstrators, contends that the police response involved improper use of crowd control tactics including pepper spray, batons, and riot gear. … Read more