Litigation, misconduct charges, accountability bottlenecks
Key Questions
What recent development occurred in the lawsuit over Harith Augustus's 2018 killing?
A lawsuit against Chicago and the officer who shot South Shore barber Harith Augustus in 2018 has been revived, granting a new trial due to Batson violations on Black jurors. The case involves allegations of police misconduct. Timelines for Chicago BWCV appeal and decertifications are being tracked.
What happened in the federal court ruling for Terence Crutcher's case?
The 10th Circuit stripped qualified immunity from Officer Betty Jo Shelby, who killed unarmed Black man Terence Crutcher in 2016 with his hands in the air. This ruling, nearly 10 years later, moves the family closer to justice. The officer had responded to a 911 call in Tulsa.
What immunity decision was made in the Alabama case involving Mac Bailey Marquette and Perkins?
A judge denied immunity to the officer who fatally shot Black man Mac Bailey Marquette in a botched repo in Perkins, Alabama, in 2023. The ruling highlights accountability bottlenecks in misconduct cases. Further filings are being tracked.
What is the Walter Scott family doing on the anniversary of his death?
On the anniversary of Walter Scott's 2015 killing in North Charleston, his family continues advocacy for justice and compassion, joined by officials, police, and activists. They are building a legacy of change. The case remains a key example in litigation efforts.
What charges were announced in the PG County case?
Prince George's County announced charges in a police misconduct case as part of broader accountability efforts. Details align with ongoing tracking of decertifications and filings. This contributes to litigation bottlenecks being addressed.
What settlement was reached in the Elena Vance case?
A $11.2 million settlement was awarded in the Elena Vance police misconduct case. It underscores patterns in accountability litigation. Related cases like Buffalo settlements are also progressing.
What is the status of the Kent County GRPD shooting of Da’Quain Johnson?
The Kent County Prosecutor shared a charging decision in the fatal Grand Rapids Police Department shooting of Da’Quain Johnson. No charges were filed, per the update. This ties into Crump-involved cases like Daytona/GR.
What other recent accountability developments are there?
Cases include SF Caywood, Buffalo settlements, and Daytona/GR Crump efforts, with tracking on filings, appeals, and decertifications. Immunity denials in Crutcher and Perkins highlight progress. Timelines for Augustus and Crutcher are key focuses.
Chicago Harith Augustus suit revived (Batson violations); 10th Circuit strips immunity Officer Shelby (Crutcher 2016); Alabama immunity denied Mac Bailey Marquette (Perkins 2023); Walter Scott anniv; PG County charges; Elena Vance $11.2M; Buffalo settlements; SF Caywood; Daytona/GR Crump. Track filings, Chicago BWCV, decertifications, Crutcher/Augustus timelines.