Investigation underway after video shows LAPD officer punch handcuffed man
Excessive force by LAPD officer prompted investigation and calls for criminal charges.
Black woman injured by SFPD after jaywalking, files legal claim against city
A San Francisco woman filed a claim against the city alleging excessive police force after an incident that left her injured.
US jury finds cop guilty of excessive force in Taylor death DW 11/02/2024
A former police officer was convicted of using excessive force during the raid that killed Breonna Taylor, raising accountability concerns.
Former officer testifies he beat a 'helpless' Tyre Nichols then lied about it
Former officer testified to punching Tyre Nichols while held by colleagues, admitting to excessive force and subsequent lies about the incident.
Unarmed California man attacked by police dog and shot with bean bag rounds files claim
Police used excessive force against an unarmed man who was passively resisting, leading to a claim against the city for injuries sustained during the incident.
Police in New Jersey's Capital Violate Residents' Rights, U.S. Finds
Trenton police abuse citizens' rights through illegal searches and excessive force, leading to tragic outcomes.
Investigation underway after video shows LAPD officer punch handcuffed man
Excessive force by LAPD officer prompted investigation and calls for criminal charges.
Black woman injured by SFPD after jaywalking, files legal claim against city
A San Francisco woman filed a claim against the city alleging excessive police force after an incident that left her injured.
US jury finds cop guilty of excessive force in Taylor death DW 11/02/2024
A former police officer was convicted of using excessive force during the raid that killed Breonna Taylor, raising accountability concerns.
Former officer testifies he beat a 'helpless' Tyre Nichols then lied about it
Former officer testified to punching Tyre Nichols while held by colleagues, admitting to excessive force and subsequent lies about the incident.
Unarmed California man attacked by police dog and shot with bean bag rounds files claim
Police used excessive force against an unarmed man who was passively resisting, leading to a claim against the city for injuries sustained during the incident.
Police in New Jersey's Capital Violate Residents' Rights, U.S. Finds
Trenton police abuse citizens' rights through illegal searches and excessive force, leading to tragic outcomes.
Phoenix police have a pattern of violating civil rights, Justice Dept. report says
Phoenix police face allegations of discrimination and excessive force after a federal civil rights investigation.
Ex-Memphis officers face trial in death of Black motorist Tyre Nichols
The trial for Tyre Nichols' death features charged officers facing potential life sentences for excessive force and conspiracy to cover up the incident.
Charges dropped against deaf Black man punched, Tasered by Phoenix police
Charges against Tyron McAlpin, a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, were dismissed after a review revealed issues with police conduct in his arrest.
Ex-Kentucky officer convicted of using excessive force against Breonna Taylor
Former Kentucky police detective was convicted of using excessive force on Breonna Taylor during a botched raid, marking a pivotal moment for police accountability.
San Jose police denied immunity in excessive force lawsuit - San Jose Spotlight
The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court's ruling allows excessive force lawsuit against police officers to proceed, challenging qualified immunity.
LAPD officer kept shooting after suspect was down, but court says law protects her
Qualified immunity protects LAPD officer in controversial shooting case.
Officer shielded from federal claims despite using excessive force.
Phoenix police have a pattern of violating civil rights, Justice Dept. report says
Phoenix police face allegations of discrimination and excessive force after a federal civil rights investigation.
Ex-Memphis officers face trial in death of Black motorist Tyre Nichols
The trial for Tyre Nichols' death features charged officers facing potential life sentences for excessive force and conspiracy to cover up the incident.
Charges dropped against deaf Black man punched, Tasered by Phoenix police
Charges against Tyron McAlpin, a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, were dismissed after a review revealed issues with police conduct in his arrest.
Ex-Kentucky officer convicted of using excessive force against Breonna Taylor
Former Kentucky police detective was convicted of using excessive force on Breonna Taylor during a botched raid, marking a pivotal moment for police accountability.
San Jose police denied immunity in excessive force lawsuit - San Jose Spotlight
The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court's ruling allows excessive force lawsuit against police officers to proceed, challenging qualified immunity.
LAPD officer kept shooting after suspect was down, but court says law protects her
Qualified immunity protects LAPD officer in controversial shooting case.
Officer shielded from federal claims despite using excessive force.
Fatal beating of Tyre Nichols shown over and over at police trial
The federal trial of three former officers in the Tyre Nichols case includes extensive video footage emphasizing the brutality of the arrest and defendants' claims of mistaken blame.
Police Officers Used Stun Gun on Migrant Holding Toddler, Video Shows
NYC officials investigating a violent confrontation at a shelter where police officers hit and used a stun gun on a Venezuelan migrant holding his child.
Over the top' cop in Brooklyn caught on camera punching pro-Palestine protesters during museum scuffle | amNewYork
A NYPD captain allegedly punched protesters during a pro-Palestine demonstration at the Brooklyn Museum, sparking controversy.
Woman sues police after her arm is broken during an arrest
The article highlights a lawsuit filed by Valeria Hernandez against the city of Palo Alto, alleging excessive force by Officer Ian Johnson during an incident at Pizza My Heart.
Georgia police accused of beating protesters against foreign influence' bill
Riot police accused of excessive force against protesters in Georgia picketing over a controversial foreign influence law.
San Jose pays $350K to woman kicked and dragged by police officer in viral encounter
The San Jose City Council approved a $350,000 payment to settle a federal excessive-force lawsuit filed by Guadalupe Marin against the police officer who kicked and dragged her during a car stop.
Fatal beating of Tyre Nichols shown over and over at police trial
The federal trial of three former officers in the Tyre Nichols case includes extensive video footage emphasizing the brutality of the arrest and defendants' claims of mistaken blame.
Police Officers Used Stun Gun on Migrant Holding Toddler, Video Shows
NYC officials investigating a violent confrontation at a shelter where police officers hit and used a stun gun on a Venezuelan migrant holding his child.
Over the top' cop in Brooklyn caught on camera punching pro-Palestine protesters during museum scuffle | amNewYork
A NYPD captain allegedly punched protesters during a pro-Palestine demonstration at the Brooklyn Museum, sparking controversy.
Woman sues police after her arm is broken during an arrest
The article highlights a lawsuit filed by Valeria Hernandez against the city of Palo Alto, alleging excessive force by Officer Ian Johnson during an incident at Pizza My Heart.
Georgia police accused of beating protesters against foreign influence' bill
Riot police accused of excessive force against protesters in Georgia picketing over a controversial foreign influence law.
San Jose pays $350K to woman kicked and dragged by police officer in viral encounter
The San Jose City Council approved a $350,000 payment to settle a federal excessive-force lawsuit filed by Guadalupe Marin against the police officer who kicked and dragged her during a car stop.
Brooklyn protest fallout: Mayor Adams says there will be review of NYPD actions, Public Advocate Williams condemns aggression' | amNewYork
Officials scrutinize NYPD response to Brooklyn pro-Palestine protest for alleged excessive force.
Appeals court dismisses lawsuit over 2020 fatal police shooting in Brookline
Officers involved in the shooting of Juston Root, who had a BB gun, were cleared of criminal charges in the wrongful death lawsuit due to their perceived reasonable actions.
Brooklyn protest fallout: Mayor Adams says there will be review of NYPD actions, Public Advocate Williams condemns aggression' | amNewYork
Officials scrutinize NYPD response to Brooklyn pro-Palestine protest for alleged excessive force.
Appeals court dismisses lawsuit over 2020 fatal police shooting in Brookline
Officers involved in the shooting of Juston Root, who had a BB gun, were cleared of criminal charges in the wrongful death lawsuit due to their perceived reasonable actions.
College Faculty Members Are Teaching a Lesson in Solidarity
Student protests for divestment led to over 100 arrests at Columbia University, sparking faculty backlash and a wider movement across American colleges.
Mississippi ex-deputy gets 20-year sentence in racist torture of two Black men
Former sheriff's deputy sentenced to 20 years for racist assault and sexual assault
Judge calls crimes egregious and justifies sentence at the top of the guidelines range
Five SAS soldiers arrested in Syria war crimes investigation
Five British special forces members investigated for war crimes in Syria.
Allegations of excessive force in the shooting of a suspected militant.
Justice Department Chides Phoenix Police Over Civil Rights Violations
The Justice Department found Phoenix police using excessive force and discriminatory policing, leading to constitutional violations against Black, Hispanic, and Native American people.