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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Georgia Driver Hit with $1.4 Million Fine for Speeding at 90 MPH in a 55 MPH Zone

A Georgia resident faced an astonishing $1.4 million ticket last month after being pulled over for speeding on a freeway. Connor Cato was driving through Savannah on September 2 when he was caught going 90 miles per hour in a 55-mile-per-hour zone by the Georgia State Patrol.

Anticipating a 'super speeder' ticket due to exceeding the speed limit by 35 miles, Cato was surprised by the excessively high fine, far beyond the usual $1,000 maximum. Suspecting a mistake, he contacted the court, only to be informed that he must either pay the astronomical amount or appear in court on December 21 at 1:30 pm.

According to Cato, the court representative stated, '"$1.4 million," the lady told me on the phone. I said, "This might be a typo," and she said, "No, sir, you either pay the amount on the ticket or you come to court on December 21 at 1.30 pm."'

Later, Cato discovered that the exorbitant $1.4 million fine was merely a placeholder generated by e-citation software used by the local Recorder’s Court for 'super speeders.' The actual fine would be determined by a judge during Cato's mandatory court appearance.

Joshua Peacock, a spokesperson for Savannah’s city government, clarified that the intention was not to intimidate individuals into court. He explained, 'The programmers who designed the software used the largest number possible because super speeder tickets are a mandatory court appearance and do not have a fine amount attached to them when issued by police.'

Although the city has employed this system since 2017, they acknowledge the need to adjust the placeholder language to prevent confusion. Criminal defense attorney Sneh Patel expressed astonishment at the initial fine, stating that he had never encountered such a high amount for a misdemeanor traffic violation.

In Georgia, misdemeanor traffic violation fines cannot exceed $1,000, along with state-mandated costs. Patel emphasized that even for a misdemeanor of high and aggravated nature, the fine would typically be $5,000. He added that bond amounts exceeding $5,000 are usually reserved for more serious offenses, such as drug trafficking, murder, aggravated assault, or for individuals expected to evade their upcoming court date.

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Georgia Driver Hit with $1.4 Million Fine for Speeding at 90 MPH in a 55 MPH Zone

"Detroit Police Commissioner Found in Car with Prostitute, Seeks Assistance from Deputies"

A Detroit Police Board of Commissioners member, Bryan Ferguson, has resigned amidst scandal after being caught engaging with a prostitute in his car and subsequently requesting assistance from officers. Representing District 1 for the DPBC and serving as the former chair of Detroit's police oversight board, Ferguson made the announcement following the revelation of his involvement with a sex worker on Wednesday morning.

Detroit Police Commissioner Caught in Car with Prostitute, asks Deputies to "Help Him Out"

Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve the residents of Detroit in police oversight, Ferguson stated, "After further consideration of the best interests of my family and the Board, I am choosing to resign as District 1 Police Commissioner effective immediately."

Undercover narcotics agents from the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department observed Ferguson involved in a lewd act with a known sex worker at approximately 7:15 a.m. on Wednesday. Captain Jason Bates recounted that Ferguson, upon being discovered, identified himself as a Detroit police commissioner and requested assistance, stating his position. Bates emphasized that titles or positions do not exempt individuals from the law.

Ferguson, however, asserted that the allegations were a "big misunderstanding" and claimed to have nothing to hide. He described the situation as rough, explaining that the woman, whom he professed not to know, approached his truck unexpectedly.

Despite Ferguson's protestations, he received a misdemeanor citation for indecent or obscene conduct involving a sex act with a prostitute, according to Bates. Earlier, Ferguson had hinted at stepping away from the board, and he formalized his resignation on Thursday.

The Detroit Police Board of Commissioners did not immediately respond to inquiries from The Post regarding the incident.

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"Detroit Police Commissioner Found in Car with Prostitute, Seeks Assistance from Deputies"

Suspect Allegedly Kidnapped and Murdered Ex-Girlfriend, Had Abducted Her a Year Earlier, According to Police

A 20-year-old man from Georgia is facing serious charges after allegedly kidnapping and killing his ex-girlfriend in a tragic incident that unfolded at a Wingstop restaurant and culminated in a deadly confrontation with the police.

Man Kidnaps Ex-Girlfriend, Kills Her after Multi-County Chase in Georgia

Reports indicate that on Sunday night, around 11 p.m., the Fayetteville Police Department received calls reporting a kidnapping at a Wingstop restaurant on Flynn Street. Witnesses described a man entering the establishment, brandishing a gun, and coercing his 19-year-old ex-girlfriend, who worked there, to leave with him.

In response to the distress calls, officers en route to the scene identified a red Chevrolet Camaro matching the description provided by witnesses. A pursuit ensued, concluding at Lovejoy High School in Clayton County, where a Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) maneuver was employed to stop the vehicle.

Stalled at the school's entrance, the suspect fired a shot at the pursuing officers, prompting them to take cover. During the standoff, the man allegedly fired multiple shots inside the vehicle, fatally injuring the young woman.

Law enforcement used a chemical irritant to force the suspect out of the car, subsequently taking him into custody. The victim, identified as Khaliyah Jones, was discovered shot multiple times and pronounced dead at the scene.

The accused kidnapper, 20-year-old Cameron Ja'Michael Hopkins of Albany, is now facing charges of kidnapping and aggravated assault from the Fayetteville Police Department, as well as malice murder, two counts of aggravated assault, and possession of a weapon during the commission of a crime in Clayton County. Hopkins is set to appear in court on the murder charge on Tuesday.

Tragically, this is not the first time Hopkins has been involved in a kidnapping incident with the same victim. Almost exactly a year before the recent incident, on July 16, 2022, Hopkins and another individual allegedly forced 18-year-old Jones into a car at gunpoint. In that earlier case, both men were arrested on charges of terroristic threats, kidnapping, and more. However, Hopkins was released on bond in September 2022, prompting frustration from law enforcement.

The investigation into the recent incident is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Fayetteville Police Department. The victim's family, still grappling with the tragedy, is not prepared to discuss the heartbreaking events at this time.

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Mississippi police chief fired after leaked audio racist rant, bragging about killing 13 people

A small Mississippi city has a new police chief after its last was secretly recorded bragging about shooting and killing people in the line of duty – including a Black man who he claimed to have shot more than 100 times – in a racist and homophobic rant.

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Family members and community leaders are calling for justice after a 13-year-old was attacked and beaten inside a Southern California McDonald's, an incident that was captured in a now-viral video.

Mississippi police chief fired after leaked audio racist rant, bragging about killing 13 people

Officer left with fractured eye socket, nerve damage after water boy assault

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has strongly condemned the actions of a 14-year-old "water boy" accused of assaulting a police officer in Atlanta. According to investigators, the boy hit the officer in the face, causing severe injuries, including a fractured eye socket and nerve damage that could lead to blindness. While it's unclear if any of the teens selling bottled water in the area were involved in the assault, police say the officer saw the boy selling drinks in the middle of the road and approached him, causing the teen to run. The officer caught up with him at a nearby MARTA station, where the attack took place.

Atlanta has been dealing with a growing issue of aggressive and sometimes violent incidents involving so-called water boys since the start of the pandemic. The city's mayor and police department have been working on solutions to address this illegal activity, including a successful summer youth employment program that connects at-risk teens with private businesses willing to hire them.

The 14-year-old boy who assaulted the officer was arrested and faces charges of aggravated assault, aggravated battery, terroristic threats, obstruction, pedestrians in the roadway, pedestrian soliciting business, and littering. The mayor and police department urges residents to avoid supporting the illegal activities of water boys and instead direct them to legitimate employment opportunities.

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Rudy Noorlander, 61, appeared at a news conference after undergoing surgery to repair his jaw, and revealed that he is still able to speak "a little" after the brutal attack.

Officer left with fractured eye socket, nerve damage after water boy assault

Teens Fighting Transit Cops in Subway

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has urged Governor Kathy Hochul to hold an emergency session of the legislature to reform criminal justice laws. The demand comes after two 16-year-olds were released without bail following a brutal assault on two transit cops who stopped them for fare evasion. The assault, captured on video, shows one of the teens punching and wrestling one of the officers to the ground, even putting the officer in a headlock. The mayor and head of the police union have pleaded for state action, but Hochul is hesitant to take action during her re-election campaign as changing the laws could harm her politically.

Adams is pushing for a review of the state bail law and the rise of the age law, which allows defendants under 18 to be sent to family court. He wants lawmakers to re-examine the bail laws in the area of violent offenders. Police officers have seen a rise in assaults, with 914 cops attacked year-to-date through July 17, compared to 686 during the same period last year. The police union is demanding change, citing the ease with which criminals can fight a cop and walk free.

While the teenager in question has two prior arrests, the state Assembly speaker says the decision to release the 16-year-old suspect was made by the judge, and pre-trial detention can be sought in family court under the current law. Hochul is blaming the judge and maintains that significant changes have been made to bail laws.

Amidst the clash between the mayor and governor over policy, some New Yorkers are giving up on the subway altogether. Cynthia McKnight, who used to commute to work by subway from East New York, now opts for a taxi instead.

Teens Fighting Transit Cops in Subway

Cincinnati Police Officer uses Racial Slur

An officer in Cincinnati has had their police powers suspended after using a racial slur while on duty and in uniform, as captured by their body camera. On April 5th, Officer Rose Valentino was driving past Western Hills University High School on her way to the District Three station on Ferguson Road when she turned on her lights and sirens to signal for parked cars to move. According to an internal report, Valentino was heard saying "You gotta move. F****** ridiculous, f****** a*******" during the interaction. She then expressed her hatred for the world and muttered "F****** n******, I f****** hate em" as she rolled up her window at the station gate. Footage from her body camera and mobile video recording shows the incident.

Cincinnati Police Officer uses Racial Slur

Oklahoma woman slips out of cuffs and shoots officer with his AR 15

An Oklahoma police officer was shot by a woman who had been detained in the back of his patrol car, after she freed herself from her handcuffs and took possession of the officer's semi-automatic rifle. The police officers had arrived at the residence of Rachel Clay for a welfare check, as per local news outlet KWTV-TV. Clay was behaving erratically and had to be detained in a police car. Video footage from inside the vehicle showed Clay alone in the backseat, attempting to free herself from the handcuffs. Eventually, she succeeded in freeing one of her hands, reached through the partition between the front and back seats, grabbed the officer's AR-15, and started shooting. Reports indicate that she fired 10 shots, injuring a civilian and a deputy. The Grady County Sheriff's Office confirmed that one officer was wounded with non-life-threatening injuries. Clay was arrested after a three-hour standoff in the car and charged with shooting with intent to kill. She is being held under a $1 million bond. According to ABC-7, Clay tested positive for methamphetamines, and court documents cited by KFor, an Oklahoma news site, revealed that she has a history of mental illness and is currently unmedicated. Grady County Undersheriff Gary Boggess called the incident a "freak deal," adding that the authorities are examining ways to prevent it from happening again.

Oklahoma woman slips out of cuffs and shoots officer with his AR 15

GBI investigating West Point officer accused of saying N-word on doorbell camera

A police officer from West Point is being investigated for alleged misconduct following a complaint, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. The complaint comes from a homeowner who claims that Ring doorbell camera footage shows the officer using racial slurs and throwing the camera into the bushes. The video has been shared numerous times on social media.

Tomeshia Madden, the homeowner, says that she and her teenage son no longer feel comfortable living in West Point after hearing what the officer said outside their house. They are now seeking a new city to live in.

The Ring doorbell video, which is approximately two minutes long, shows two West Point police officers arriving at the home. The first officer appears to be waiting for someone to answer the door, while the second walks up and says something unintelligible, according to the GBI.

Madden says she heard the officer say "all these f-ing n**s have cameras in this neighborhood." She claims the officer then threw the camera into the bushes, allegedly attempting to conceal evidence.

Madden and her attorney, Wendell Major, believe that the officer's actions erode the community's trust in law enforcement. "It is not appropriate for public officials to make racially derogatory terms during their duties," Major said. He added that the officer, in uniform, concealed evidence of what happened.

The West Point Police Department confirmed that the officer is one of their own but declined to comment further while the GBI investigates. The officer has been placed on administrative leave while the investigation is ongoing. Once complete, the case file will be handed over to the Coweta Judicial Circuit District Attorney’s office for review.

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GBI investigating West Point officer accused of saying N-word on doorbell camera

Georgia Deputy Police Chief Busted In Prostitution Sting With $180, Pack Of White Claw

A Georgia deputy police chief has been arrested for soliciting prostitution in Florida after being caught in an undercover sting operation, according to authorities. Jason DiPrima, the Cartersville Deputy Police Chief, was attending a polygraph training workshop in Orlando when he responded to an online escort advertisement. The advertisement was part of a week-long undercover operation by the Polk County Sheriff's Department to identify people involved in human trafficking and to arrest those who engage in prostitution. DiPrima initiated a conversation with an undercover detective a day before his arrest and later agreed to pay $120 for a half-hour of "full service." He arrived at an undisclosed location in an undercover police cruiser normally assigned to U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration agents, gave the detective $180 and a multi-pack of White Claw Hard Seltzer, and was then arrested. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd expressed disbelief at DiPrima's actions and noted that before the arrest, the deputy police chief had told the detective he had been conned by a prostitute the previous night. DiPrima has been placed on administrative leave by the Cartersville Police Department pending an internal investigation.

Georgia Deputy Police Chief Busted In Prostitution Sting With $180, Pack Of White Claw

Woman raped twice after Louisiana deputies sent her undercover in unmonitored drug deal

A female informant working with law enforcement to buy drugs from a known dealer, in Mississippi, was sexually assaulted by the dealer in Louisiana in January 2021. During the attack, the woman was not monitored by law enforcement and had only passive recording devices. The police did not consider such an attack and could not transmit the operation in real-time to their monitoring station. The woman was later found to have been sexually assaulted and forced to perform oral sex on the dealer. Her assailant was arrested and charged with second-degree rape, false imprisonment, and distribution of methamphetamine. The case highlights the dangers that confidential informants face and the perils of working off criminal charges in these arrangements. The case also highlights the vast disparities in law enforcement's undercover playbook, with many agencies lacking the resources to properly train officers or monitor informant drug buys. The case prompted the department to update its equipment to monitor transactions in real-time.

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Man left paralyzed after his head was slammed against back of police van

A man from Connecticut was left paralyzed after he was injured while riding in a police van, and his family is claiming that several officers ignored his pleas for help. The man, Randy Cox, was handcuffed and incapacitated when police in New Haven dragged him out of the van. The incident occurred on June 19th, after officers arrived in response to a weapons complaint. Authorities arrested Cox, who was carrying a firearm illegally and were taking him to jail when the officer driving the van suddenly stopped, causing Cox's head to slam against the back of the vehicle. A video of the incident showed Cox repeatedly calling for help while an officer ignored him for almost four minutes before calling for an ambulance to meet him at the station. Several other officers then berated Cox, and he was dragged out of the van before being placed in a holding cell where he was shackled despite being paralyzed from the chest down. The family is pursuing damages against the city, and the five officers involved have been placed on paid leave pending an investigation.

The city has announced policy changes, including installing seat belts in all police department transport vans and requiring officers to buckle in detainees. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is representing Cox's family and plans to seek a civil settlement from the city to cover Cox's medical care and lifelong injuries, as well as criminal accountability for the officers involved.

Man left paralyzed after his head was slammed against back of police van

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Georgia Driver Hit with $1.4 Million Fine for Speeding at 90 MPH in a 55 MPH Zone

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Saturday, December 16, 2023

"Detroit Police Commissioner Found in Car with Prostitute, Seeks Assistance from Deputies"

Detroit Police Commissioner Caught in Car with Prostitute, asks Deputies to "Help Him Out"

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Monday, December 11, 2023

Suspect Allegedly Kidnapped and Murdered Ex-Girlfriend, Had Abducted Her a Year Earlier, According to Police

Man Kidnaps Ex-Girlfriend, Kills Her after Multi-County Chase in Georgia

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Mississippi police chief fired after leaked audio racist rant, bragging about killing 13 people

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Sunday, November 6, 2022

Officer left with fractured eye socket, nerve damage after water boy assault

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Saturday, November 5, 2022

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Cincinnati Police Officer uses Racial Slur

Tuesday, November 1, 2022

Oklahoma woman slips out of cuffs and shoots officer with his AR 15

Friday, October 28, 2022

GBI investigating West Point officer accused of saying N-word on doorbell camera

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Saturday, October 22, 2022

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Thursday, October 20, 2022

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

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