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crime-and-law-enforcement1 year ago•9 min saved

"Inside the Shocking 'Goon Squad' Deputies' Group Chat"

An investigation reveals that a group of Mississippi sheriff's deputies, known as the "Goon Squad," engaged in years of violent and racist behavior, sharing disturbing content in a private chat. Despite some deputies being sentenced to federal prison, many remain uncharged and still employed. The Rankin County Sheriff's Department claims ignorance of the group's actions and has since banned unmonitored electronic communications among deputies.

via Mississippi Today|

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crime-and-justice1 year ago•5 min saved

"Mississippi's 'Goon Squad' Officers Sentenced for Torture of Black Men"

Six former Mississippi law enforcement officers, known as the "Goon Squad," were sentenced in state court for the torture and abuse of two Black men. The officers received additional prison sentences ranging from 15 to 45 years, to run concurrently with their federal sentences. Victims' attorney Malik Shabazz expressed some disappointment with the sentences but acknowledged the significance of the court's decision. One of the victims, Eddie Parker, shared a statement expressing the trauma and impact of the abuse, while family members of the defendants were present in the courtroom during the sentencing.

via CNN|

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crime1 year ago•4 min saved

"Mississippi 'Goon Squad' Officers Sentenced for Torturing Black Men"

Six former white officers in Mississippi, known as the "Goon Squad," have been sentenced to prison for breaking into a home without a warrant and torturing two Black men. The attack involved beatings, stun gun use, and a mock execution gone awry. The officers received prison terms near the top of the sentencing guidelines, with the highest being 40 years. The incident began with a racist call for extrajudicial violence, and the officers later devised a coverup by pressuring the victims and planting drugs. The officers' actions were condemned as "egregious and despicable," and the victims have filed a civil lawsuit against the department.

via CBS News|

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crime1 year ago•2 min saved

"Final 'Goon Squad' Member Sentenced in Mississippi Torture Case"

Two former Mississippi sheriff's deputies, Brett Morris McAlpin and Joshua Hartfield, were sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in the racist torture and abuse of two Black men. McAlpin received over 27 years, while Hartfield was sentenced to about 10 years. The "Goon Squad" members subjected the men to acts of racist torture, including assault with stun guns, forced ingestion of liquids, and racial slurs. Other members of the group received varying prison sentences earlier in the week. The victims read impact statements, with one describing McAlpin as "the highest man in charge" and the other expressing a desire for McAlpin to reflect on his actions during his sentence.

via NBC News|

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crime-and-justice1 year ago•7 min saved

"Sentencing of Former Mississippi Officers in 'Goon Squad' Case and Trump's $454 Million Bond"

Former Mississippi law enforcement officers involved in the racially charged "Goon Squad" case are being sentenced for the torture of two Black men in 2023. The officers, part of a group that raided a home without a warrant, subjected the victims to racist vitriol, beatings, sexual assaults, and a mock execution. The federal hearings have revealed horrifying accounts of brutality, with one former deputy receiving a 40-year prison sentence and another receiving over 17 years. The victims' attorney described the sentencing as a historic moment for victims of police abuse. The officers also face state charges and have pleaded guilty to federal charges including conspiracy against rights and obstruction of justice.

via CNN|

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law-enforcement-abuse1 year ago•1 min saved

"Rural Abuse and Justice: Mississippi 'Goon Squad' Cases Highlight Power Dynamics and Sentencing Disparities"

A federal judge in Mississippi has sentenced a former deputy to 40 years in prison for involvement in the self-proclaimed Goon Squad, a group of deputies in the Rankin County Sheriff's Department who engaged in brutal misconduct for nearly two decades, targeting individuals suspected of drug-related crimes. The officers conducted home invasions, tortured occupants, and committed acts of sexual assault and violence. The case highlights the abuse of power in rural areas and the influence of sheriffs, shedding light on the severity and longevity of the behavior.

via PBS NewsHour|

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crime1 year ago•4 min saved

"Third Mississippi 'Goon Squad' Deputy Sentenced to 17.5 Years for Racially Motivated Torture of Black Men"

Former Mississippi deputy Daniel Opdyke was sentenced to 17.5 years in prison for racially motivated torture of two Black men, expressing remorse in court. This comes after other former officers involved in the "Goon Squad" were also sentenced for their roles in the assault. The incident involved excessive force, racial slurs, and physical abuse, leading to false charges against the victims. The officers warned the victims to "stay out of Rankin County," and the case has prompted calls for the sheriff's resignation and a civil lawsuit against the department.

via CBS News|

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crime1 year ago•1 min saved

"Ex-Deputy from 'Goon Squad' Sentenced to 20 Years for Torture of Black Men"

A former law enforcement officer, part of the Goon Squad, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for federal civil rights offenses after pleading guilty to torturing and sexually assaulting two Black men and a third white man during a raid on their home. The deputy, Hunter Elward, who shot one of the victims in the mouth, received the maximum penalty and tearfully apologized to the victims and their families in court, acknowledging the brutal conduct within the Rankin County sheriff’s department. While one victim forgave him, another expressed skepticism, stating that if he hadn't been caught, he would still be engaging in similar behavior.

via The New York Times|

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