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fromStreetsblog
21 hours ago
US news

Cop Who Fatally Struck a Man in Flushing Meadows Park Wasn't Even Looking: Witnesses - Streetsblog New York City

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Social justice

Exclusive | 'My career is tarnished': NYPD detective says her partner sexually harassed her - and she was sent to the shrink when she reported it

fromGothamist
1 month ago
NYC politics

5 claims in former NYPD commissioner's lawsuit that seem straight out of a soap opera

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

The dirty 31? Judge halts NYPD officer firing plan for now despite department citing drug, prostitution offenses in seeking terminations | amNewYork

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | Hard-body NYC cop accused of trying to protect drug dealer boyfriend fired from force - despite ongoing lawsuit over topless pic

fromStreetsblog
21 hours ago
US news

Cop Who Fatally Struck a Man in Flushing Meadows Park Wasn't Even Looking: Witnesses - Streetsblog New York City

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Social justice

Exclusive | 'My career is tarnished': NYPD detective says her partner sexually harassed her - and she was sent to the shrink when she reported it

fromGothamist
1 month ago
NYC politics

5 claims in former NYPD commissioner's lawsuit that seem straight out of a soap opera

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
New York City

The dirty 31? Judge halts NYPD officer firing plan for now despite department citing drug, prostitution offenses in seeking terminations | amNewYork

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | Hard-body NYC cop accused of trying to protect drug dealer boyfriend fired from force - despite ongoing lawsuit over topless pic

#sexual-assault
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Met Police officer pointed imitation Taser at ex-girlfriend's head during cosplay sex

A Metropolitan Police officer was dismissed for coercive, controlling behaviour, including pointing an imitation Taser at his ex-partner and possessing fake police weapons.
Social justice
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

California A.G., Torrance Police, reach reform agreement after racist text scandal

Torrance Police Department entered an enforceable agreement to reform use-of-force, internal affairs, and biased policing after racist officer texts led to dismissed criminal cases.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Mum wins 3,500 payout after police laughed at her sex toys during drugs raid

Suffolk Police officers laughed at sex toys and moved a woman's underwear during a drugs raid; she received 3,500 in compensation after an internal investigation found the actions unacceptable.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

NJ cop recorded surveillance video of female arrestee in sex act, shared clip on Snapchat: prosecutors

A New Jersey cop allegedly recorded surveillance footage of a female arrestee performing a sex act in a jail cell on his phone and then shared the X-rated clip over Snapchat, prosecutors said Monday. Ventnor City police officer Ryan Bonanni, 24, was charged Monday with official misconduct, computer theft and three counts of invasion of privacy, following the incident with the woman who was arrested by the local department on July 6, according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Federal Judge Slams The 'Lawlessness' Of Trump's D.C. Takeover - Above the Law

"Lawlessness cannot come from the government. We're pushing the boundaries here. We're beyond the boundaries and something is going to have to break." Faruqui still took issue with the "charge first, ask questions later" mentality in the U.S. Attorney's office. "The Sixth Amendment doesn't get thrown out the window because the government has decided to make a show of arresting people," said Faruqui and the spectacle the administration has made while throwing out the constitution is "fundamentally damaging to our city."
US politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Met Police officer charged with rape and further sexual offences

Metropolitan Police officer PC Santos Rodriguez, 22, charged with rape and three counts of sexual assault by penetration over an alleged March 2025 incident.
fromwww.thelocal.ch
1 week ago

EXPLAINED: What's behind the violent unrest in Swiss city of Lausanne?

"around 100 young people, wearing balaclavas"
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Three police officers permanently decertified, including sex offenders

Three former Massachusetts police officers were permanently decertified by the POST Commission and will be referred to the National Decertification Index.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Detective found guilty after relationship with sex offence victim

Former West Yorkshire detective Wasim Bashir convicted of misconduct in public office for pursuing a sexual relationship with a sex-offence victim he was investigating.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Police officer caught stealing woman's underwear during property search

A Hertfordshire police officer stole an arrested woman's underwear, recorded on CCTV, and received a four-month prison sentence for abusing police powers.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

County paints picture of toxic leadership at second day of Corpus removal hearing

San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus is accused of leading a vindictive administration where personal boundaries were blurred, leading to an ongoing removal hearing with significant allegations.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Ex-San Jose cop pleads to on-duty indecent exposure, sexual battery, road rage

The term of the plea agreement stipulates that Matthew Dominguez will be sentenced to three years and two months in prison; however, he will not serve additional time due to jail credits.
US politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Anger at 155 London police officers suspended from duty costing 7million a year

Campaigners oppose the £7 million spent on 155 suspended police officers amid ongoing investigations for misconduct.
#lapd
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

Jury awards nearly $60M to former police officer for wrongful prosecution in sex assault case

Sean MacMaster awarded $58.5 million for wrongful prosecution in a sex assault case.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Police officers sacked after man dies in custody

Two police officers were dismissed for gross misconduct related to the death of a suspected drunk driver in their custody.
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Richmond Officer Who Killed Armed Man Monday Has a Record of Police Misconduct, Lawsuits Allege | KQED

In May 2024, Remick was accused of using excessive force against a man filming a police chase, showing a pattern of alleged police misconduct.
US politics
Public health
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Once-secret California police misconduct files now public through database

A database of police misconduct records in California was launched, increasing transparency and accountability across law enforcement.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Officer died after arrest during paternity leave amid misconduct probe, inquest hears

Breach of procedures during officer's paternity leave linked to misconduct investigation raises concerns about police welfare policies.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Searchable database on cases of police use of force and misconduct in California opens to the public

A searchable database of police use of force and misconduct records in California has been launched, providing public access to nearly 12,000 cases.
US politics
fromKqed
1 month ago

Thousands of Once-Secret Police Records Are Now Public. Here's How You Can Use Them | KQED

A newly accessible database provides critical information for families of victims of police violence, aiding their healing process.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Saturday Links: Nurses, Parents Protest Kaiser's Pause on Trans Youth Care

Protestors criticized Kaiser's pause on gender-affirming care for minors, while ICE conducted significant arrests at a San Francisco immigration court.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

ACLU calling for independent investigation on Vallejo city attorney over policing issues

ACLU calls for an independent investigation into misconduct allegations at Vallejo City Hall, including destroying records and hiring non-compliant officers.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

ACLU Wants Investigation Into Vallejo City Attorney Over Alleged Police Misconduct Cases

The Vallejo Police Department exhibits a troubling history of excessive force, with incidents including the shooting of a man 55 times while he was passed out.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Police Use Busted Facial Recognition System, Arrest Random Man and Accuse Him of Horrible Crime

Dillon was charged with attempting to lure a child based on facial recognition software that inaccurately identified him as a 93 percent match to a suspect.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US police officer in Breonna Taylor death sentenced to 33 months in prison

Officer Brett Hankison was sentenced to 33 months for violating Breonna Taylor's civil rights during a fatal raid.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

I will never forget the Met Police's many lies', says mum of shot Jean Charles de Menezes

Maria de Menezes expressed her enduring pain, stating, 'It's still very painful. It's been 20 years but nothing has changed with my heart. Every year, we wait for truth.'
London politics
#child-exploitation
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
US politics

Staten Island cop sentenced to 40 years behind bars for sexual abuse of underage boys: Feds | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
US politics

Staten Island cop sentenced to 40 years behind bars for sexual abuse of underage boys: Feds | amNewYork

#racial-discrimination
fromwww.montereyherald.com
1 month ago

Mother sues Monterey County police department for allegedly using excessive force in son's death

The lawsuit claims that Carmel police officers used excessive force during an altercation with Ellen Barrett's son, James Marshall, during a mental health crisis.
Public health
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

After years of dysfunction, Austin Police and the Travis County DA say they're trying to mend fences - Austin Monitor

Travis County District Attorney's office and Austin Police Department have a strained relationship since José Garza's election, culminating in indictments and miscommunication affecting their collaboration.
US politics
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Woman says police exposed her breasts

A Redwood City woman sues a police officer for excessive force during her arrest, alleging inappropriate exposure and wrongful charges.
LGBT
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Met officer who groped woman's breasts' on Heaven dancefloor faces the sack

PC Sijanta Thapa was cleared of sexual assault but faces potential dismissal for gross misconduct related to the incident at Heaven nightclub.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Deputies beat her son bloody. Why is L.A. County keeping parts of the case secret?

Vanessa Perez seeks accountability for her son's violent encounter with sheriff's deputies, but transparency remains an issue due to redacted reports.
#domestic-violence
#law-enforcement
fromsfist.com
1 month ago
US politics

Former North Bay Cop Found Guilty of Posing as Federal Agent to Rob Drivers of Weed, Cash

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
US politics

Former North Bay Cop Found Guilty of Posing as Federal Agent to Rob Drivers of Weed, Cash

#rape-conviction
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Cocaine-taking Met Police detective fails drugs test at Lewisham Police Station

A misconduct panel concluded that she would have been dismissed had she not already resigned. The panel stated it is unacceptable for police officers to consume illicit substances.
UK news
US politics
fromwww.sbsun.com
1 month ago

75-year-old California man wrongfully convicted of murdering wife awarded $25.2 million

William Richards was wrongfully convicted for 23 years, recently awarded $25.2 million after the Supreme Court confirmed his innocence.
US politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Oakland Detective Accused of Bribing and Coercing Witnesses Likely Headed to Trial as More Cases See Impacts

Delays and issues arise as a police detective faces bribery and perjury charges, impacting several linked criminal cases.
US politics
fromKqed
1 month ago

Trial Begins for Ex-Rohnert Park Officer Accused of Seizing Marijuana From Drivers | KQED

The government is beginning to hold officers accountable for unlawful activities.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Ex-SJPD Officer Who Punched Woman in 2021 DUI Road Rage Incident Skirts Charges

In January 2025, Brown's criminal case was suspended after a judge granted pre-trial diversion, allowing him to avoid prosecution through a military diversion program.
US news
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

An ex-SJPD cop charged with violent road rage got leniency because of his military service under a new law. Was that the intent?

George Brown's DUI and road rage charges were suspended due to military diversion law focused on veterans with PTSD.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Latest setback in Oakland police's federal oversight: Taking too long to investigate a complaint

A police misconduct complaint took 15 months to close due to communication issues, despite federal standards requiring resolution within six months.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Appeals court reverses $5 million jury award for Black driver attacked by California police dog while handcuffed

San Diego County's $5 million damage award to Mickail Myles was reversed, reducing it to $1.5 million due to lack of evidence for lasting injuries.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Met police accused of assault on right to protest' after tenfold rise in nuisance law arrests

London police face allegations of abusing power to suppress protest amid rising arrests for public nuisance without corresponding prosecutions.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Six Chicago men exonerated in 1987 stabbing death of government official

Convictions of six men in 1987 murder case overturned due to new DNA evidence and misconduct allegations against police.
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

After years of dysfunction, Austin Police and the Travis County DA say they're trying to mend fences - Austin Monitor

The relationship between the Travis County District Attorney's office and the Austin Police Department is strained following José Garza's election as DA in 2020, faced with indictments and miscommunications.
Austin
US politics
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Boston police sergeant charged with child rape held on $250K bail

Paul Downey, a Boston police sergeant, is accused of raping a 14-year-old male on two occasions after negotiating payment online.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Miami cop charged with issuing bogus citation to his ex. She was on active duty overseas

Officer Valerio allegedly used criminal justice resources of a major police department in what may be seen as an attempt to reconnect with a former girlfriend. This is not only beyond normal comprehension, but it is also a violation of the law.
Miami
#strip-search
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London politics

Met officers' strip-search of black girl at school was gross misconduct, panel finds

Two police officers found guilty of gross misconduct for inappropriate strip-search of a black teenager.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
UK news

Child Q: Strip-search training 'insufficient'

Insufficient police training on conducting strip-searches in schools raises concerns about the treatment of minors by law enforcement.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Child Q: Strip-search training 'insufficient'

Insufficient police training on conducting strip-searches in schools raises concerns about the treatment of minors by law enforcement.
#child-protection
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
UK news

Child Q strip-search was gross misconduct

Two out of three officers involved in the strip-search of a minor committed gross misconduct.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

School worker who called police about Child Q denies wanting strip search

Child Q was strip searched without legal grounds or appropriate adult supervision, leading to concerns about police misconduct.
UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 months ago

School worker who called police about Child Q denies wanting strip search

Child Q was strip searched without legal grounds or appropriate adult supervision, leading to concerns about police misconduct.
Portland food
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Former Antioch Cop Gets Seven Years In Prison for Siccing K9 on Suspects, Fraudulently Getting a Pay Raise

Former officer Morteza Amiri sentenced to seven years for K9 attacks and fraud.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Former Antioch police officer sentenced to 7 years for K9 attack, fraud

Former officer Morteza Amiri was sentenced to seven years for violating citizens' rights and falsifying police reports amid a scandal in the department.
#child-q
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Child Q strip-search officer admits failings

Police misconduct in the strip-search of 15-year-old Child Q was acknowledged, but officers denied gross misconduct despite widespread concerns.
UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 months ago

Officer tells Child Q hearing that police strip search training is 'insufficient'

Insufficient police training on school searches may have contributed to the improper treatment of Child Q during a strip search.
UK news
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 months ago

Police officer admits failings over Child Q strip search but denies discrimination

Child Q's strip search reveals significant misconduct and systemic failures in police procedures regarding vulnerable individuals.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Attorneys spar over potential prison term as convicted Antioch K9 cop faces sentencing

Disgraced Antioch officer Morteza Amiri may receive the longest prison sentence in a major Bay Area policing scandal for various charges.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Attorneys spar over potential prison term as convicted Antioch K9 cop faces sentencing

Federal prosecutors urged a minimum of eight years for Officer Amiri due to his severe misconduct, including a police dog mauling and falsification of records.
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Jose: City to pay $1 million to family of man killed by police in 2021

San Jose settles for $1 million with David Tovar's family after police use of excessive force sparked controversy.
#racial-bias
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Natalie Shotter killing: officers face proceedings over alleged safeguarding failures

Two Metropolitan police officers face misconduct proceedings for failing to safeguard Natalie Shotter, who was raped and killed in 2021.
UK news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Ex-cop held down 'Z' key for hours to fake working from home

A former UK police officer was banned for life after faking over 100 hours of work to create an illusion of productivity.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Police officer who faked working from home banned

A police officer was barred from policing after falsely logging work time by holding down keys on his laptop.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Police officer asked colleague to play snog, marry, avoid' using sex worker images

The tribunal dismissed harassment claims from a former police constable, citing exaggeration in evidence and inappropriate conduct by officers.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Woman sues Atlanta officer for allegedly leaving her topless in squad car

A woman is suing an Atlanta police officer for allegedly violating her rights during a raid, exposing her topless for hours.
The lawsuit addresses potential qualified immunity issues surrounding police conduct.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Met Police officer sacked for using cocaine was caught out by TikTok video

"It is entirely unacceptable for police officers who are responsible for enforcing the law to engage in illegal activities such as consuming drugs. Doing so undermines public trust..."
London politics
#child-welfare
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
UK news

Child Q strip-search surprised school, panel told

The police strip search of Child Q raised severe concerns regarding conduct and the treatment of students in schools.
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Black schoolgirl, 15, 'demeaned' and 'physically violated' by police strip search

Child Q's strip search highlights serious misconduct in handling vulnerable minors by police, causing lasting psychological trauma.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Child Q strip-search surprised school, panel told

The police strip search of Child Q raised severe concerns regarding conduct and the treatment of students in schools.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

San Jose approves $620K settlement for 2020 George Floyd protest injuries

The San Jose City Council approved a $620,000 settlement to resolve a civil-rights lawsuit by seven plaintiffs who claimed police targeted them during protests.
San Jose Sharks
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

L.A. County to pay $2.7 million to teen assaulted in 'gladiator fight'

Los Angeles County to pay nearly $2.7 million to teen victim of violent juvenile hall brawl and ongoing systemic issues.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Former MBTA Transit Police sergeant found guilty of helping officer who assaulted man file false arrest report

A former sergeant was convicted for helping a fellow officer file a false arrest report after an assault incident.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

Honolulu police arrested sober drivers to hit DUI quotas, lawsuit alleges

Honolulu Police Department faces a lawsuit for allegedly arresting sober drivers without probable cause.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Trans man says he was detained after using women's restroom in South Carolina

A South Carolina trans man faced harassment and police detention for using the women's restroom, highlighting issues of discrimination and safety in public spaces.
Law
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Homestead, cop accused of orchestrating dad's arrest in custody case. Mom, cop involved: suit

A father accuses a Homestead police officer and his ex of colluding to orchestrate his wrongful arrest, impacting his child custody case.
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