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crime1 year ago

Two Men Freed After 15 Years as Convictions Overturned in Detective Scandal

Two men, Dominique Moore and Cedric Warren, were released after their 2009 double homicide convictions were overturned due to prosecutorial misconduct involving a key witness's mental health issues. The case was overseen by discredited detective Roger Golubski, who faced allegations of misconduct and died by suicide before his trial. Wyandotte County District Attorney Mark Dupree decided not to retry the men, citing fairness concerns. The case highlights ongoing investigations into Golubski's involvement in other wrongful convictions.

via CNN|
#crime#justice-system#kansas-city
crime1 year ago

Ex-Kansas Detective Roger Golubski Dies by Suicide on Trial Day

Former Kansas police detective Roger Golubski, accused of kidnapping and raping two women in the 1990s and early 2000s, was found dead at his home on the morning his trial was set to begin. Authorities suspect suicide. Golubski, 71, faced charges of abusing his power to violate the civil rights of vulnerable Black women, with allegations that shocked the nation. His death means the case will not proceed to trial, leaving a lasting impact on the victims and their families.

via The Guardian US|
#crime#kansas#police-corruption
crime1 year ago

Ex-Kansas Detective Golubski Dies by Suicide Before Trial

Roger Golubski, a former Kansas police detective accused of kidnapping and raping women, died by suicide before his criminal civil rights trial. Golubski, 71, was found dead after failing to appear for jury selection. He was accused of using his position to assault vulnerable Black women and was also linked to a drug kingpin in a sex trafficking case. The allegations emerged during a civil case involving a wrongful conviction, leading to a $12.5 million settlement. Despite limited evidence, the trial was set to focus on victim credibility. Federal prosecutors expressed regret that the case won't be publicly tried.

via CNN|
#civil-rights#crime#kansas
law-and-justice1 year ago

Ex-Kansas Detective Golubski Dies by Suicide on Trial's First Day

The Justice Department issued a statement following the death of Roger Golubski, who was due to face trial on serious charges. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke and U.S. Attorney Kate E. Brubacher expressed regret that the case could not be publicly tried and acknowledged the lasting impact on those involved, urging respect for their privacy.

via Department of Justice|
#civil-rights-division#justice-department#kansas