The investigation into the Rankin County Sheriff's Department follows a horrific incident where law enforcement officers tortured two Black men, indicative of systematic racial abuse.
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke emphasized that the Justice Department's investigation may reveal ongoing patterns of excessive force and racially discriminatory practices within the department.
Five deputies from the Rankin Sheriff’s Department, dubbed the Goon Squad, pleaded guilty to their roles in the torturous attack, reflecting a culture of violence.
Reports have surfaced suggesting that the issues in the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department extend beyond the Goon Squad, indicating a troubling history of unaddressed incidents.
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