Daniel Prude’s Kids File Wrongful Death Suit

five children of Daniel Prude, a Black man who died after being restrained by police during a mental health episode, announced a
-A +A
0

Photo: Twitter

Attorneys for the five children of Daniel Prude, a Black man who died after being restrained by police during a mental health episode, announced a federal lawsuit Monday against the city of Rochester and at least six police officers, alleging wrongful death and civil rights violations.

The family claims in the lawsuit in U.S. District Court that both the actions of the Rochester police and an “attempted cover-up” by the department and city government violated Prude’s constitutional rights, attorneys for the family said.

A grand jury in February declined to bring criminal charges against the officers.

Read rest of story here.

Also Check Out...

No one is above the law. Former President Trump’s indictment by a grand jury in Manhattan sends a powerful message
Organizations, Politicians React
Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation today released its report on the death of Eudes Pierre
Death Of Eudes Pierre: No Charges
 campaign for a Zone of Peace in Our Americas. The campaign launch is scheduled for April 4, 2023,
Black Activists Announce ‘Zone of
Lorenzo Holley, founder of Yae! Organics is a native New Yorker who grew up in the city but have deep roots in farming.
3RD Generation Farmer Produces
NFL Network reporter Jim Trotter pressed commissioner Roger Goodell for answers about the absence of Black senior managers
NFL Fails On Issues Of Race With
Texas man was found guilty in the District of Columbia of felony and misdemeanor charges for his actions during the Jan. 6,
Texas Man Found Guilty On Jan. 6