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social-justice2 years ago•2 min saved

Prosecutor seeks dismissal of felony charge against unarmed Black man bitten by police dog in Ohio

A prosecutor in Ohio is requesting the dismissal of a felony charge against Jadarrius Rose, an unarmed Black semi-truck driver who was bitten by a police dog after a chase. The incident occurred on July 4 when Rose failed to stop for an inspector attempting to pull him over for a missing mud flap. After surrendering with his hands up, Rose was attacked by a police dog, prompting the prosecutor to argue that there is insufficient evidence to prove a felony-level violation. The investigation will continue to determine if misdemeanor charges are warranted. The police officer who released the dog has been fired, and the incident highlights ongoing concerns about police use of force against people of color.

via CNN|

#ohio #police-brutality #police-dog-attack

law-enforcement2 years ago•7 min saved

"Controversial Dismissal: Ohio K-9 Officer Fired for Dog's Attack on Surrendering Suspect"

An Ohio K-9 officer has been fired after his police dog attacked a Black truck driver who was on his knees with his hands up following a highway chase. The officer's termination came after an investigation by the Circleville Police Use of Force Review Board, which concluded that department policies were followed. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine called for increased training for police dogs and their handlers in the state. The incident has sparked protests by the local chapter of Black Lives Matter, who are demanding the officer's immediate firing, retirement of the police dog, and other reforms.

via ABC News|

#black-lives-matter #k-9-officer #law-enforcement

law-enforcement2 years ago•3 min saved

Investigation Launched as Ohio Officer Suspended for Police Dog Attack on Surrendering Truck Driver

An investigation is underway after an Ohio police officer released his police dog on a truck driver who was surrendering with his hands raised, despite State Highway Patrol troopers urging the officer to hold the dog back. The officer has been placed on paid administrative leave while the investigation is ongoing. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has proposed the construction of a scenario-based training facility to improve police training in the state. The incident, captured on a police body camera, occurred during a pursuit and ended with the truck driver being treated for dog bites. The truck driver, who is Black, has been charged with failure to comply, and the officer involved is white.

via The Associated Press|

#investigation #law-enforcement #ohio