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Ex-Cop Celebrates Tyreek Hill's Dolphins Exit With Savage Facebook Post
sports8 days ago

Ex-Cop Celebrates Tyreek Hill's Dolphins Exit With Savage Facebook Post

Retired Miami-Dade police officer Danny Torres, who pulled Tyreek Hill over in 2024, celebrated Hill's February 2026 release from the Dolphins with a savage Facebook post calling him an 'entitled A-SHOLE' and saying he hopes Hill can cover his child support; Torres later told the Miami New Times he was 'pretty much crucified for doing my job.' The piece notes the 2024 stop involved body-camera footage, administrative leave for the officers, and that Hill's traffic citations were dropped after hearings were missed.

Providence Releases Redacted Brown University Shooting Footage to Protect Victims
us18 days ago

Providence Releases Redacted Brown University Shooting Footage to Protect Victims

Providence officials released largely redacted video and audio from the Brown University shooting to balance transparency with protecting victims, including dispatch calls and about 20 minutes of first-responder body-camera footage, after a memorial service for the victims. The gunman, Claudio Neves Valente, who also killed MIT professor Nuno F.G. Loureiro, died days after the attack; authorities say he planned the attack for years and left videos behind, which the FBI recovered.

Judge Orders Public Release of Evidence in Border Patrol Shooting Case
law-and-justice21 days ago

Judge Orders Public Release of Evidence in Border Patrol Shooting Case

A federal judge in Chicago ordered the public release of most evidence in the October 2025 Border Patrol shooting of Marimar Martinez, including about 40 text messages from the agent who shot her, body-camera footage, emails, FBI reports and 30 days of vehicle images from Flock cameras, with third-party redactions to be applied. The decision comes as prosecutors argued for limited disclosure and Martinez’s lawyers push back against Homeland Security’s portrayal of Martinez as a domestic terrorist, saying transparency is needed to correct misinformation surrounding the case.

Rhode Island Assistant AG pleads no contest to trespassing after arrest
local-news6 months ago

Rhode Island Assistant AG pleads no contest to trespassing after arrest

A Rhode Island prosecutor, Devon Flanagan, was placed on unpaid leave after being recorded on police body camera warning an officer she would regret arresting her during a trespassing incident outside a restaurant. The incident, which involved her refusing to leave and repeatedly asserting her position as an attorney general, led to her arrest and subsequent disciplinary action by the attorney general's office, emphasizing high professional standards.

Alabama man's death in police custody ruled a homicide, family demands accountability
alabama7 months ago

Alabama man's death in police custody ruled a homicide, family demands accountability

The death of unarmed man Phillip Reeder in Alabama, after police kneeled on his neck during an arrest, has been ruled a homicide, with the autopsy citing heart failure linked to restraint and cocaine use. Reeder's family compares his death to George Floyd's, highlighting concerns over police use of force, especially since body camera footage shows Reeder repeatedly saying he can't breathe. The police department denies excessive force, stating Reeder resisted and was under the influence, but the family and their attorneys criticize the handling of the case and call for accountability.

Alabama Teen's Shooting Sparks Calls for Justice and Reform
news7 months ago

Alabama Teen's Shooting Sparks Calls for Justice and Reform

An 18-year-old college student, Jabari Peoples, was fatally shot by an Alabama police officer during a confrontation, with conflicting reports about whether he was armed. His family, seeking transparency, demands the release of body camera footage and details about the incident, which is under investigation by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. An independent autopsy found no exit wound or bullet in Peoples' body, raising questions about the circumstances of his death.

Akron Teen's Death Sparks Outcry Over Police Use of Force
crime-and-justice1 year ago

Akron Teen's Death Sparks Outcry Over Police Use of Force

A 15-year-old named Jazmir Tucker was fatally shot by Akron police on Thanksgiving night, raising questions about police conduct and use of force. Body camera footage shows an officer firing a rifle at Tucker, who was reportedly armed, but the initial 30 seconds lack audio. Mayor Shammas Malik and Police Chief Brian Harding addressed the incident, with concerns about the delay in rendering aid and the appropriateness of using rifles. Tucker's family and their attorneys are demanding answers, while the officer involved is on paid leave pending investigation.

Officer in Scottie Scheffler Arrest Suspended for Multiple Violations
sports-news1 year ago

Officer in Scottie Scheffler Arrest Suspended for Multiple Violations

Louisville Metro Police Department officer Bryan Gillis has been suspended and reprimanded multiple times, including for not following proper protocols during the arrest of PGA golfer Scottie Scheffler. Surveillance footage contradicted Gillis' report, showing a different series of events. Scheffler praised the police but noted the chaotic situation, and his arraignment has been delayed with potential for charges to be dropped.

Louisville Officer with Suspensions Arrests Golfer Scottie Scheffler
law-enforcement1 year ago

Louisville Officer with Suspensions Arrests Golfer Scottie Scheffler

Detective Bryan Gillis, the Louisville police officer who arrested golfer Scottie Scheffler, has a history of disciplinary issues, including multiple suspensions. Gillis did not activate his body camera during the arrest, and available footage does not clearly show the incident. Gillis' record includes various infractions, but he has also received commendations for his work.

Louisville Police Release Video and Findings in Scottie Scheffler Arrest Case
sports1 year ago

Louisville Police Release Video and Findings in Scottie Scheffler Arrest Case

Scottie Scheffler's lawyer asserts his client's innocence following the release of arrest footage, stating Scheffler did nothing wrong and will not seek a settlement. The arrest involved charges of second-degree assault of a police officer, among others. Louisville Police Chief confirmed the arresting officer violated protocol by not activating his body camera, leading to corrective action. Scheffler, who described the incident as a misunderstanding, continues to compete in PGA events.

Louisville Cop Disciplined Over Bodycam in Scottie Scheffler Arrest
crime1 year ago

Louisville Cop Disciplined Over Bodycam in Scottie Scheffler Arrest

Louisville Metro Police Detective Bryan Gillis has been disciplined for failing to activate his body camera during the arrest of pro golfer Scottie Scheffler. The incident, which involved Scheffler allegedly dragging Gillis with his vehicle, was partially captured by other cameras. Scheffler's attorney maintains his client's innocence, and the case is ongoing with further evidence being reviewed.

Louisville Police Release Findings and Footage of Scottie Scheffler's Arrest
law-enforcement1 year ago

Louisville Police Release Findings and Footage of Scottie Scheffler's Arrest

Louisville police officer Cory Gillis, who arrested Scottie Scheffler, had a history of disciplinary issues and did not activate his body camera during the arrest. The only available footage is from a squad car dashboard camera and a roadside pole, which do not clearly show the events leading to Scheffler's handcuffing. Gillis' past infractions include driving an intoxicated civilian, performing "donuts" in a parking lot, and multiple accidents and court absences. Despite these issues, he received a commendation for a high-intensity traffic enforcement operation in 2021.