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automotive2 years ago•0 min saved

"Addressing the Rise in Kia and Hyundai Thefts: Anti-Theft Upgrades and Recall Proposal"

The Baton Rouge Police Department has announced a program offering Kia and Hyundai owners the option of a vehicle computer system upgrade or a steering wheel lock to enhance car security. The computer upgrade prevents the car from starting, and if the upgrade is not possible, a steering wheel lock will be provided. Even second-hand car owners are encouraged to contact the dealership to determine if their vehicle needs an update.

via WBRZ|

#anti-theft-system #automotive #baton-rouge-police-department

crime2 years ago•5 min saved

Lawsuit Alleges Police 'Sexual Humiliation' in 'Torture Warehouse'

A grandmother is suing the Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD) after allegedly being "sexually humiliated" inside a "torture warehouse" following a traffic stop. The department is facing multiple lawsuits and a civil rights investigation into the facility, known as the "Brave Cave." Four officers are facing criminal charges related to the investigation. The grandmother claims she was subjected to unnecessary strip and body cavity searches, while another plaintiff alleges he was beaten severely. The facility has been permanently closed, and the department's Street Crimes Unit has been disbanded. The FBI is conducting an independent review of the complaints.

via Fox News|

#baton-rouge-police-department #civil-rights-investigation #crime

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Fatal Accident: Woman Fatally Struck by Vehicle and Police Unit

A woman was killed in Baton Rouge after being struck by a hit-and-run vehicle at an intersection. The vehicle fled the scene before police arrived. As the victim was lying in the roadway, she was then hit by a responding police unit. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.

via WAFB|

#baton-rouge-police-department #crime #fatal-crash

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

"Baton Rouge Police Scandal: Arrested Officers Jeopardize Criminal Cases"

Four officers, including a deputy chief, from the scandal-plagued Baton Rouge Police Department have been arrested and charged with attempting to cover up excessive force during a strip search. The officers were part of a disbanded street crimes unit that ran an obscure warehouse known as the "brave cave," where detainees were allegedly assaulted. The department is under FBI scrutiny, and numerous lawsuits have been filed alleging abuse by the unit. The arrests could jeopardize hundreds of criminal cases, and the district attorney will review each case individually to determine the officers' involvement and if they are necessary for prosecution.

via CBS News|

#baton-rouge-police-department #civil-rights-investigation #cover-up

law-enforcement2 years ago•1 min saved

Baton Rouge Union Criticizes Deputy Chief's Leave Amid Brave Cave Investigation

A Baton Rouge police deputy chief has been placed on administrative leave after his son, an officer with the department, was arrested for allegedly tasing and handcuffing a suspect. The police department is facing multiple lawsuits over the treatment of detainees, including allegations of abuse at a now-shuttered police warehouse known as the "brave cave." The FBI has launched an investigation into the Baton Rouge Police Department following allegations of officers abusing their authority. The department has initiated administrative and criminal investigations in response to the troubling accusations.

via ABC News|

#administrative-leave #allegations #baton-rouge-police-department

law-enforcement2 years ago•3 min saved

"FBI Investigates Alleged Abuse and Torture by Baton Rouge Police Department"

The FBI has launched an investigation into the Baton Rouge Police Department following allegations of officers abusing their authority. The investigation comes as the department faces multiple lawsuits over the mistreatment of detainees, including at a now-closed police warehouse known as the "brave cave." The FBI, Civil Rights Division, and U.S. Attorney's Office are reviewing the matter for potential federal violations and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The lawsuits allege excessive force, unreasonable search, and retaliation, with one case involving the alleged sexual humiliation of a grandmother. The police department is also conducting its own investigation into the allegations.

via ABC News|

#abuse-allegations #baton-rouge-police-department #fbi

law-enforcement2 years ago•3 min saved

"FBI Probes Alleged Abuse in Baton Rouge Police Building 'Brave Cave' and Lawsuits Claim Torture Warehouse"

The FBI has initiated a civil rights investigation into allegations of abuse at the Baton Rouge Police Department's warehouse known as the "Brave Cave." Lawsuits claim that drug suspects were assaulted, strip-searched, and sexually humiliated by officers. The city's mayor has ordered the facility closed, the police department has disbanded its street crimes unit, and an officer involved in the allegations has resigned and been arrested. This adds to a series of corruption and misconduct allegations against the Baton Rouge Police Department, which faced scrutiny after the 2016 fatal police shooting of Alton Sterling. The police chief has requested the FBI's review and promised a thorough investigation. Additional lawsuits are expected to be filed as more people come forward with allegations of abuse.

via NPR|

#abuse-allegations #baton-rouge-police-department #brave-cave

law-enforcement2 years ago•2 min saved

Investigation Reveals Alleged Police Brutality in Baton Rouge's "Brave Cave"

A lawsuit alleges that Myron Daniels, an applicant for the position of police chief in Baton Rouge, has a personal connection to Lorenzo Coleman, the former head of the suspended street crimes unit. The lawsuit claims that Daniels, who previously oversaw Internal Affairs, shut down an investigation into Coleman in 2018. With ongoing investigations into the Brave Cave scandal and the FBI's involvement, the selection of the next police chief is crucial, and the mayor should consider any personal connections to the suspended unit during the decision-making process.

via WAFB|

#baton-rouge-police-department #brave-cave #investigation

crime2 years ago•4 min saved

"Baton Rouge Woman Alleges Sexual Humiliation and Torture by Police in 'Brave Cave' Warehouse"

A second lawsuit has been filed against the Baton Rouge Police Department, alleging that officers from a street crime unit took detainees to an unmarked warehouse called the "Brave Cave," where they were subjected to assault, strip searches, and body cavity searches. The lawsuit, filed by Ternell Brown, claims that she was taken to the warehouse after officers found legal prescription medication in her car and was forced to undergo invasive searches before being released without charge. Another resident, Jeremy Lee, had previously filed a lawsuit with similar allegations. The Baton Rouge Police Department has disbanded the street crime unit and is now facing multiple investigations into the alleged misconduct.

via NBC News|

#baton-rouge-police-department #civil-rights #crime

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

"Baton Rouge Police Face Lawsuits Over Alleged Torture in 'Brave Cave'"

The FBI has been asked to assist in the investigation of the Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD) after a second federal lawsuit was filed against the department, individual officers, and the city. The lawsuit alleges that a Baton Rouge grandmother was taken to a black site called the "Brave Cave" where she was subjected to a humiliating strip search. Another lawsuit filed last month claims that a resident was taken to the warehouse and beaten by officers. The BRPD has initiated administrative and criminal investigations and the mayor has ordered the suspension of operations at the facility.

via CNN|

#baton-rouge-police-department #crime #fbi

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"EBR's Collaboratory Initiative Takes Aim at Opioid Crisis"

A new initiative called Peers on Point is being launched in East Baton Rouge Parish to combat the ongoing opioid crisis. Set Free Indeed Ministry, in collaboration with the Baton Rouge Police Department, will provide on-site support to individuals struggling with opioid addiction and their families, offering immediate transport to treatment centers. If treatment is refused, recovery resources, Narcan medication, and fentanyl strips will be provided. The initiative is part of the When You Are Ready program, which has visited over 870 locations and interacted with about 300 people per month, distributing Narcan kits, fentanyl strips, and recovery resources. Strategic collaboration and evidence-based interventions are being prioritized to address the health and safety of residents.

via WAFB|

#baton-rouge-police-department #health #opioid-crisis

accident2 years ago•0 min saved

FAA Revises Findings on Fatal Baton Rouge Police Helicopter Crash.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has changed its preliminary cause of the Baton Rouge Police Department helicopter crash from the "aircraft tail rotor struck a tree and crashed inverted in a field" to "crashed under unknown circumstances." Both Baton Rouge Police Department pilots on board were killed. The wreckage has been removed from the crash site and taken to an undisclosed location so that federal investigators can continue their probe into the cause.

via WAFB|

#accident #baton-rouge-police-department #faa

tragedy2 years ago•3 min saved

Fatal Baton Rouge Police Helicopter Crash: Officers Identified and Cause Released.

Two Baton Rouge Police Department officers, Cpl. Scotty Canezaro and Sgt. David Poirrier, were killed in a helicopter crash while assisting with a vehicle pursuit. Both men were licensed helicopter pilots and trained tactical flight officers who patrolled the skies of Baton Rouge on a nightly basis. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Governor John Bel Edwards asked the state to join him in praying for their families and recognized their heroism, sacrifice, and devotion to public service.

via WAFB|

#baton-rouge-police-department #helicopter-crash #louisiana

accident2 years ago•0 min saved

FAA Report Reveals Cause of Fatal BRPD Helicopter Crash.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a preliminary report stating that the Baton Rouge Police Department helicopter crashed after its tail rotor struck a tree. The investigation into the crash continues, and the FAA will determine if there were any mechanical or other issues that contributed to the crash. Both police pilots on board were killed.

via WAFB|

#accident #baton-rouge-police-department #faa

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Police seek 2 suspected prostitutes in Nathan Millard case and Georgia man's disappearance.

Baton Rouge Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding Tabbetha Barner and Tiffany Guidry in connection with the disappearance of Nathan Millard. Barner has an active warrant for prostitution and failure to seek assistance, while Guidry has an active arrest warrant for unlawful disposal of human remains, prostitution, and failure to seek assistance. Anyone with information on their whereabouts is urged to contact the police or Crime Stoppers.

via WAFB|

#arrest-warrant #baton-rouge-police-department #crime