After the conviction of NOPD officers in the Danziger Bridge incident, the Department has agreed to a consent decree to try to clean up the wide-spread problems. The consent decree will be overseen by a federal judge and will include a monitor who will check to see that NOPD is implementing the required changes. LAPD appears to have markedly improved under a similar decree. Although the article does not so specify, it appears that this consent decree is the result of a threat of federal "pattern or practice" litigation against the agency.
Showing posts with label Danziger Bridge. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Danziger Bridge. Show all posts
Danziger Bridge Cops Found Guilty
Five curent and former New Orleans cops found guilty in the death of 2 on NO's Danziger Bridge during the Katrina aftermath. Some of the convictions involved attempts to cover up the truth of the incident. Jurors found the officer guilty on almost all counts. Sentencing will be in Dec. All officers face long prison sentences Glad to see the courts sending a message to the police, public and the victims.
Danziger Bridge Trial of NOPD Officers Underway
The criminal trial of 5 NOPD officers for the infamous Danziger Bridge shootings is now underway. See the link for a short video and other info. on the case.
Latest on the Danziger Bridge incident prosecution of NOPD officers
Latest news on the criminal prosecution of police officers in my favorite PD. Stay tuned!
Danziger Bridge cops will not face death penalty
The 3 current and 1 former NOPD officer(s) charged with the murder of 2 persons during the notorious Danziger Bridge incident will NOT face the death penalty. LINK
4 Cops charged in Danziger Bridge killings could face death penalty
The 4 officers directly involved in the Danziger Bridge killing of two allegedly unarmed civilians face possible death sentences if convicted. The Dept of Justice has still not officially decided yet if they will seek the death penalty in these cases. Good video. LINK
More on the Danziger Bridge incident in New Orleans
One of the most egregious examples of police misconduct in recent years continues to play out aganst New Orleans PD. The latest at LINK
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