Police

Potential Class-Action Lawsuit Unveils Secret Recordings by MA State Police, Jeopardizing Criminal Cases Statewide

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FITCHBURG, MA — The Massachusetts State Police are facing a potential class-action lawsuit after it was revealed that troopers secretly recorded almost 200 people without their consent, violating federal and state law. The recordings, which took place between approximately 2017 and March 2023, may have implications for criminal cases throughout the state. The lawsuit, filed against the state police and Motorola, alleges that the troopers violated the state’s two-party consent law and failed to disclose the recordings in court. The lawsuit was brought on behalf of three Fitchburg residents and a Gardner man, all of … Read more

Olney Chief of Police Recognized for Going Above and Beyond in Fighting Animal Cruelty

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Possum Kingdom, Texas – The Texas Humane Legislation Network (THLN) and the Young County Humane Society recently held an informative session to educate the public about new animal cruelty laws. The “road show” event aimed to raise awareness about recent legislation, future bills related to animal welfare, and the ways citizens can advocate for animal rights. Shelby Bobosky, the Executive Director of THLN, emphasized the importance of these sessions in educating communities about animal protection laws in the state of Texas. Bobosky’s organization is dedicated to informing community members about the state’s efforts to protect … Read more

Bossier Parish Police Jury Bolsters Archery Shooters Association Competition with Generous Asphalt Millings Donation

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Bossier City, Louisiana – The Bossier Parish Police Jury is demonstrating its support for a significant sporting event in a unique way. Rather than providing a monetary donation, they have chosen to contribute a more practical resource. The Jury has recently approved the donation of 60 loads of asphalt millings to Camp Minden for the upcoming Archery Shooters Association Competition in April. The asphalt millings donated by the Bossier Parish Police Jury will serve as a crucial component in preparing the venue for the high-profile archery competition. This donation not only showcases the Police Jury’s … Read more

Judge Reduces $11.5 Million Award to Mother of Man Killed by St. Paul Police: Battle for Justice Continues

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St. Paul, Minnesota – A judge has significantly reduced the $11.5 million judgment awarded to the mother of Cordale Handy, who was killed by St. Paul police in 2017. In a recent decision, Judge David Doty revised the compensatory damages to $2.5 million, down from the original $10 million. This follows a federal jury’s finding of St. Paul Police officer Nathaniel Younce’s civil liability for the shooting death of 29-year-old Handy and its award of $1.5 million in punitive damages to Handy’s mother, Kim Handy Jones. The jury declined to hold another officer, Mikko Norman, … Read more