Uvalde Families Sue State Police, School District After $2M Settlement

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The families of 19 victims of the Uvalde school shooting are suing nearly 100 Texas state police officers for their inadequate response during the incident. They have also reached a $2 million settlement with the city, which includes commitments to higher standards and better training for local police. The lawsuit follows a Justice Department report highlighting multiple failures in the police response. This legal action aims to hold law enforcement accountable and seek justice for the victims.
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- Uvalde Settles With Victims' Families Over School Shooting The New York Times
- Uvalde settles for $2m with victims’ families of 2022 Texas school shooting The Guardian US
- Uvalde Families Sue State Police, School District for Response to School Shooting The Wall Street Journal
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