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crime2 years ago

Examining Accountability and Legal Gaps in Parkland Shooting Case

Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson, who was acquitted of felony child neglect charges related to the Parkland school shooting, stated that he "wouldn't have done anything different." Peterson's defense argued that he took cover due to limited information and echoes of gunshots, while prosecutors claimed he could have confronted the shooter and saved lives. Peterson hopes to meet with the families of the victims to explain his actions, but some have no interest in speaking with him. This case marked the first trial of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting in U.S. history.

via KTSM 9 News|
#acquittal#crime#law-enforcement
crime2 years ago

"Ex-Parkland Resource Officer Acquitted, Stands by Controversial Actions"

Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson, who was acquitted of felony child neglect charges related to the Parkland school shooting, stated that he "wouldn't have done anything different." Peterson's defense argued that he took cover due to limited information and echoes of gunshots, while prosecutors claimed he could have confronted the shooter and saved lives. Peterson hopes to meet with the families of the victims to explain his actions, but some have no interest in speaking with him. This case marked the first trial of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting in U.S. history.

via KCAU 9|
#acquittal#crime#law-enforcement
crime2 years ago

Acquitted Parkland Deputy Stands by Controversial Actions

Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson, who was acquitted of felony child neglect charges related to the Parkland school shooting, stated that he "wouldn't have done anything different." Peterson defended his actions, claiming that he took cover after hearing gunshots and not knowing their origin. His attorney argued that Peterson's limited information and the echoes made it difficult for him to determine the location of the shots. Peterson expressed his desire to meet with the families of the victims to share "the truth," but some parents, like Tony Montalto, whose daughter was killed, have no interest in speaking with him. This case marked the first trial of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting in U.S. history.

via WGHP FOX8 Greensboro|
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crime2 years ago

"Acquittal of School Resource Officer in Parkland Shooting Trial Raises Questions about Accountability"

Scot Peterson, the former school resource officer accused of failing to confront the shooter in the Parkland school shooting that killed 17 people, has been acquitted of child neglect and negligence charges. Prosecutors argued that Peterson chose to run and put his own life first, while his defense team claimed he was being scapegoated and couldn't have known where the shots were coming from in the chaos of the shooting. Peterson was acquitted on all counts after more than 19 hours of jury deliberations. The verdict has sparked mixed reactions, with some supporting Peterson and others criticizing his inaction.

via USA TODAY|
#acquittal#child-neglect#crime
crime2 years ago

Deputy Acquitted in Parkland Shooting Trial Sparks Controversy

Scot Peterson, the former Florida deputy who failed to confront the gunman in the Parkland school shooting, has been acquitted of child neglect, culpable negligence, and perjury charges. Peterson's actions, which involved backing away from the building while the shooting took place, outraged the Parkland community and led to him being labeled as the "coward in Broward." The acquittal comes after a rare trial over police inaction in a school shooting, and it is believed to be the first case of its kind against a police officer. The jury found that prosecutors had not proven beyond a reasonable doubt that Peterson was responsible for the welfare of the students.

via The New York Times|
#acquittal#child-neglect#crime
crime2 years ago

"Parkland Parents Seek Justice as Peterson Acquittal Sparks Outrage"

The fathers of five victims of the 2018 Parkland school shooting expressed outrage after former deputy Scot Peterson was acquitted of child neglect, culpable negligence, and perjury charges. Peterson, who was the school's armed resource officer, was accused of inaction during the shooting. The fathers blamed Peterson for his failure to act and believed his inaction contributed to the pain of the community. They expressed disappointment with the jury's verdict and criticized the justice system. The case against Peterson was the first time charges were filed against a law enforcement officer for inaction during a school shooting.

via WPLG Local 10|
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crime2 years ago

Scot Peterson acquitted in Parkland school shooting trial

Former Broward County Sheriff's Deputy Scot Peterson has been acquitted by a jury of all charges related to his alleged failure to protect students during the 2018 Parkland school shooting. Peterson, who remained outside the building during the attack, was charged with felony child neglect and misdemeanor culpable negligence. The jury ruled that Peterson was not guilty on all 11 charges. While Peterson expressed relief at the verdict, the parents of the victims condemned the acquittal, believing that his inaction contributed to the tragedy.

via NBC 6 South Florida|
#acquittal#child-neglect#crime
crime2 years ago

Deputy Scot Peterson Acquitted in Parkland Shooting Trial

Scot Peterson, the former school resource officer at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School during the 2018 Parkland massacre, has been acquitted of child-neglect and culpable negligence charges. Peterson, who was criticized for not taking action during the shooting that killed 17 people, was the first U.S. law enforcement officer to be tried in connection with a school shooting. The jury deliberated for over 19 hours before reaching a verdict. Peterson's defense argued that he did everything he could with the limited information he had at the time. The acquittal has sparked controversy and disappointment among some victims' families and activists.

via The Washington Post|
#acquittal#child-neglect#crime
crime2 years ago

Deputy cleared of responsibility in Parkland school shooting tragedy

Former Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School resource officer Scot Peterson has been acquitted of felony child neglect and other charges for failing to act during the 2018 Parkland school shooting. Peterson, who could have faced nearly 100 years in prison, wept as the verdict was read. The jury deliberated for 19 hours over four days. Peterson had been charged with failing to confront the shooter, Nikolas Cruz, during the attack that left 17 dead. Prosecutors argued that Peterson did not follow protocols for confronting an active shooter, while his defense emphasized the failure of the sheriff's radio system and the difficulty in pinpointing the shooter's location. Peterson retired shortly after the shooting and was subsequently fired.

via POLITICO|
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crime2 years ago

Scot Peterson Acquitted in Parkland Shooting Trial

Scot Peterson, the sheriff's deputy who was present during the Parkland shooting in 2018, has been found not guilty on all counts, including child neglect. Peterson, who was the only armed school resource officer on campus at the time, was charged in connection with the deaths and injuries caused by the gunman. Surveillance video showed that Peterson did not confront the shooter and a public safety commission stated that he hid for about 48 minutes. Peterson retired from the Broward County Sheriff's Office after the incident.

via CBS News|
#child-neglect#crime#marjory-stoneman-douglas-high-school
crime2 years ago

Former Parkland deputy acquitted of child neglect charges in mass shooting trial

Scot Peterson, a former sheriff's deputy, has been found not guilty of failing to protect students during the 2018 Parkland school shooting in Florida. Peterson, who stayed outside during the attack at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, was acquitted of 11 charges, including felony child neglect, culpable negligence, and perjury. The shooting, which resulted in the deaths of 17 people and injured 17 others, was one of the deadliest high school shootings in US history.

via BBC|
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crime2 years ago

Deputy Scot Peterson Acquitted in Parkland Shooting Trial

Former Broward County Deputy Scot Peterson has been acquitted of felony child neglect and other charges for failing to act during the 2018 Parkland school shooting. This marks the first trial in U.S. history of a law enforcement officer for conduct during an on-campus shooting. Peterson, who wept as the verdicts were read, had been charged with failing to confront the shooter, Nikolas Cruz, during the attack that left 17 dead. The jury deliberated for 19 hours over four days before reaching their decision.

via The Associated Press|
#acquittal#crime#law-enforcement
crime2 years ago

Scot Peterson's Fate Hangs in the Balance as Deliberations Continue

The trial of former sheriff's deputy Scot Peterson, who failed to confront the Parkland school shooter in 2018, could set a precedent for how police are expected to respond to school shootings. Peterson is facing charges of felony child neglect and culpable negligence, with prosecutors arguing that he neglected his duty by not entering the building while the gunman attacked students. The case raises questions about the moral obligation of law enforcement officers to protect students during such incidents. A conviction could have implications for other school staff, including teachers who carry guns. However, some experts argue that blaming Peterson alone does not address the larger issues of gun access and mental health resources.

via BBC|
#crime#legal-implications#parkland-school-shooting
crime2 years ago

Jury to decide fate of deputy accused of fleeing during Parkland school massacre.

A Florida jury is deliberating whether former school resource officer Scot Peterson should be convicted of child neglect charges for failing to confront the gunman who killed 17 people and wounded 17 others at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018. Peterson faces seven felony child neglect charges and three misdemeanor charges in relation to deaths and injuries on the third floor of the building, which prosecutors argued he had a chance to stop. The trial is thought to be the first in the nation against a member of law enforcement for inaction in a school shooting.

via The New York Times|
#child-neglect-charges#crime#jury-deliberations
crime2 years ago

Jury deliberates fate of Parkland school resource deputy.

The fate of former school resource officer Scot Peterson, who is accused of failing to confront the shooter who killed 17 people at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, is now in the hands of a six-member jury. Peterson is charged with felony child neglect and other charges for his alleged failures. The prosecution argued that Peterson neglected his duties as a "caregiver" responsible for the welfare of children inside the school. The defense argued that Peterson was taking a tactical position of cover after calling in a Code Red. The jury will have to decide whether Peterson was a "caregiver" to the juvenile students who died and were wounded on the third floor.

via WPLG Local 10|
#child-neglect#crime#jury-deliberation