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Drug Suspect

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crime-and-justice2 years ago

"NYPD Sergeant Charged with Manslaughter for Killing Fleeing Suspect with Water Cooler"

NYPD Sergeant Erik Duran was charged with second-degree manslaughter, assault, and criminally negligent homicide after allegedly throwing a cooler at a fleeing drug suspect, resulting in the suspect's death. Duran pleaded not guilty and was released on a $150,000 bond. The incident occurred during a buy-and-bust operation in The Bronx, and Duran's lawyers claim he was trying to prevent harm to pedestrians and officers. The charges have sparked controversy, with the union criticizing the prosecution and Black Lives Matter expressing dissatisfaction with the delay in justice. Duran is set to appear in court again on April 18.

crime2 years ago

"US Park Police Officer Shot Multiple Times in Pursuit of Drug Suspect: Shocking Bodycam Footage Released"

The US Park Police released bodycam footage of an officer being shot multiple times while chasing a drug suspect in Washington, D.C. The officer attempted to confront the suspect, Turell Delonte Campbell, who immediately started running. Campbell turned around holding a gun and fired multiple shots, injuring both himself and the officer. Campbell later died from his injuries. The officer called for backup and medical attention, and both men were taken to the hospital. Campbell had a lengthy criminal history, including a murder charge that was dropped, and had been arrested on gun and drug charges in the past.

law-enforcement2 years ago

"Jacksonville Sheriff Defends Detectives' Actions in Controversial Arrest Video"

The Jacksonville sheriff's office has stated that the officers involved in a violent arrest of a drug suspect will not face disciplinary action, claiming they acted appropriately. The arrest, captured on bodycam and witness-shot video, shows the suspect fleeing police before being tased and violently subdued. The suspect's attorney released the footage, which sparked outrage due to the visible injuries sustained by the suspect. The arrest report alleges the suspect was in possession of a handgun and drugs. The attorney argues that the charges are exaggerated and plans to respond to the sheriff's office's statement.

crime2 years ago

Mid-Air Escape: Drug Suspect's Daring Leap Foils Police at Minnesota Airport

A man wanted on drug charges, Jeremiah Raymond Hoskins, attempted to escape police by leaping off a Sun Country flight at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. He opened the emergency exit and jumped onto the tarmac, successfully evading officers. However, he was later found hiding inside a food service truck and arrested. Hoskins was wanted for drug charges in Wright County, Minnesota, and was also charged with trespassing and violating a restraining order. No passengers or crew members were harmed during the incident.