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crime-law-enforcement1 year ago

"Family Seeks Answers After Philadelphia Police Release New Video of Fatal Corner Store Shooting"

The family of 28-year-old Alexander Spencer, who was killed in a police-involved shooting in North Philadelphia, speaks out about the incident, expressing disbelief at the police account of the events. Video footage released by the Philadelphia police shows the entire deadly incident, with one officer entering a corner store and observing a firearm on Spencer before a struggle ensued, resulting in Spencer fatally shooting an officer and being shot by another. Spencer's parents dispute the police narrative, stating that their son was trying to turn his life around, and question why he was approached in the first place. The Philadelphia Police Department's internal affairs investigation will examine if there was any violation of department policy.

via FOX 29 Philadelphia|
#crime-law-enforcement#family-interview#internal-affairs-investigation
law-enforcement-scandal2 years ago

"Expanding FBI Investigation Targets Albuquerque Police Department and Officials"

The Albuquerque Police Department is investigating a potential decade-long scheme involving officers being paid to get DWI cases dismissed, leading to over 150 case dismissals and the placement of five officers on paid administrative leave. Chief Harold Medina revealed that the department's internal affairs investigation was prompted by a confidential source in December 2022, and the FBI was already investigating potential criminal behavior by the officers. The alleged scheme has caused the recent dismissal of numerous DWI cases, and the department is now taking steps to address the issue and make policy changes.

via KRQE News 13|
#albuquerque-police-department#dwi-cases#fbi-investigation
law-enforcement2 years ago

Controversial Video Surfaces of Officer Striking Woman During Arrest

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in North Carolina is conducting an internal affairs investigation after a video surfaced showing an officer repeatedly striking a woman during an arrest. The incident occurred as officers responded to a service call for a suspicious person. According to the police report, the woman punched an officer in the face, leading to a struggle. The department defended the officer's actions, stating that strikes were intentionally aimed at large muscle groups to gain compliance. The woman was arrested and charged with assault on a government official, resist/delay/obstruct, and possession of marijuana. The police chief has viewed the body-worn camera footage and plans to petition the court for its release to the public.

via CNN|
#assault#bodycam-footage#charlotte-mecklenburg-police-department
crime2 years ago

Idaho Officer Under Investigation in Bryan Kohberger Case

Idaho prosecutors disclosed an internal affairs investigation into an officer involved in the University of Idaho murder case against Bryan Kohberger, who is charged with killing four students. The state filed a request for a protective order to keep the investigation out of the public. Prosecutors made the disclosure under the state's Brady law obligations, which require a prosecution to disclose evidence that might be beneficial in a suspect's case.

via Yahoo News|
#brady-law#bryan-kohberger#crime
crime2 years ago

San Diego Deputy Arrested for DUI After Breaching Naval Base Gate

A San Diego sheriff’s deputy, Sgt. Michael Cruz, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after trying to breach the security gate at a Naval base, prompting guards to shoot at his car. Cruz was released on his own recognizance and put on administrative leave while an internal affairs investigation continues. The incident occurred at Naval Air Station North Island, part of Naval Base Coronado, which went into lockdown. There were no injuries.

via New York Post |
#crime#dui#internal-affairs-investigation