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politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Audit Reveals 20 Absentee Ballots Discarded in Tight Minnesota House Race

In a close Minnesota House race, Scott County officials revealed that 20 absentee ballots were likely accidentally discarded, casting doubt on the election results where DFL Rep. Brad Tabke narrowly won by 14 votes. The GOP plans to challenge the outcome in court, arguing the missing ballots could affect the result. The ballots, accepted in October but not counted, were likely thrown away and are unlikely to be recovered. The court proceedings could lead to a special election if the challenge is successful.

via MPR News|

#absentee-ballots #election #house-race

legal2 years ago•3 min saved

Scott County Settles for $12.2M After Inmate's Double Amputation

Scott County in Minnesota has agreed to pay a $12.2 million settlement to a former inmate, Terrance Windborn, who alleged mistreatment by jail officials led to the amputation of both his arms. The lawsuit claimed that a registered nurse employed at the Scott County Jail showed "deliberate indifference" to Windborn's deteriorating condition, resulting in serious medical issues including septic shock and gangrene. The lawsuit also alleged that video evidence of Windborn's incarceration was destroyed and that the written medical records were vague and contradictory. The settlement, which is subject to court approval, aims to provide Windborn with the necessary medical care and quality of life assistance.

via CBS Minnesota|

#double-amputation #inmate-mistreatment #lawsuit

accidents2 years ago•0 min saved

Fatal Motorcycle Crashes Claim Lives in Multiple Virginia Counties and Iowa

Two people were killed in a motorcycle crash in Scott County, Virginia, when an eastbound Harley-Davidson motorcycle crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a GMC Sierra. The motorcyclist, Michael Leonard, 61, and the passenger, Glenda Hopkins, 63, both from Kingsport, died at the scene. The driver of the GMC sustained minor injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. No charges have been filed in relation to the crash.

via WJHL-TV News Channel 11|

#accidents #fatalities #gmc-sierra

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

Scott County deputy fatally shot during traffic stop.

Deputy Sheriff Caleb Conley was shot and killed during a traffic stop in Scott County, Kentucky. The suspect fled the scene but has been taken into custody. Conley, who had been with the department for four years and previously served in the US Army for eight years, leaves behind a wife and small children. The investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear if the suspect was connected to other crimes.

via WLWT Cincinnati|

#crime #deputy-sheriff #kentucky

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Deputy shot during I-75 traffic stop.

A Scott County deputy was shot during a traffic stop on I-75 at mile marker 127. The shooting is connected to an incident at a bar and grill in Lexington. The deputy was taken to UK Hospital for further evaluation. Kentucky State Police and ATF are investigating the incident.

via LEX 18 News - Lexington, KY|

#crime #kentucky-state-police #lexington

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Police search for suspects after multiple deputy shootings in Tennessee.

A Scott County deputy was shot and is being treated at UK Hospital. Law enforcement agencies are on the lookout for the suspect. There is a large police presence on southbound Interstate 75 near the 127 mile marker in Georgetown. The incident is still under investigation.

via WKYT|

#crime #deputy-shot #law-enforcement

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

Severe Thunderstorms Cause Widespread Damage and Power Outages.

Strong storms caused power outages and scattered damage in Scott and Stoddard Counties, including downed trees and power lines. Cleanup efforts are underway in Scott City, where residents can drop off tree limb and yard debris for free or stack them by the roadway for pickup by public works crews.

via KFVS|

#cleanup #power-outages #scott-county