Ohio police officers assisting with security at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee fatally shot a man who was allegedly armed with knives and attacking another individual. The incident, which was captured on body-worn camera, has sparked calls for transparency and accountability from local activists and the ACLU, who are concerned about the heavy police presence and the involvement of out-of-state officers.
Ohio police officers Drew Olinger and Joe Sanchez stepped in to help a mother whose 4-year-old son's birthday gifts were stolen from her car. They bought replacement gifts, including Paw Patrol toys and cars, and delivered them to the boy, bringing joy to his day. The officers' kind act made a significant impact on the family, and the grateful mother expressed her appreciation for their compassion and generosity.
Seven Ohio law enforcement officers are suing rapper Afroman for invasion of privacy and emotional distress after he used footage of their raid on his house in his music videos. Afroman's house was raided in August 2022 by the Adam’s County Sheriff’s Office, but no evidence of criminal activity was found. Afroman used the footage of the raid in his music videos, which the officers argue they are entitled to all profits made from. Afroman has promised to countersue for the damage done to his property.
Several Ohio law enforcement officials are suing rapper Afroman for invasion of privacy after he included footage of their 2022 raid on his house in music videos about the incident. The officers are seeking all proceeds of the songs and videos, as well as his merchandise, and claim to have suffered "humiliation, ridicule, mental distress, embarrassment and loss of reputation." Afroman, who made a whole album about the raid, plans to countersue and was already planning a defamation lawsuit against the police.
