Department of Justice launches Civil Rights Investigation in Rankin County and Sheriff’s Department
This investigation is separate and independent from the federal criminal civil rights prosecutions of Rankin County deputies related to the assaults of Michael Jenkins and Eddie Parker.
U.S. DOJ announce civil rights investigation into Rankin County, Rankin County Sheriff's Office
The investigation comes after Rankin County sheriff's deputies and a Richland police officer, called the "Goon Squad," were sentenced to federal prison.
Justice Department launches investigation into Rankin County’s policing practices
Feds will seek to determine if the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department engaged in a pattern of violence, illegal searches and arrests or other discriminatory practices.
Feds announce massive investigation into Rankin County Sheriff’s Department
The U.S. Department of Justice announced a massive federal investigation into the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department.
Rankin County Sheriff Officer investigated by Department of Justice
Rankin County Sheriff's Office investigated by Department of Justice following the violent attack against two Black men
Victims of racially motivated torture 'welcome' DOJ probe of Rankin County Sheriff's Office
The attorney for two Black men whose racially motivated torture led to the conviction of six white former Mississippi law enforcement officers called for justice amid a new U.S. Department of Justice
Torture victims 'welcome' DOJ probe of Rankin County Sheriff's Office
The DOJ announced a federal civil rights probe into the Rankin County sheriff's office after five former deputies were convicted of racially motivated torture.
'Long overdue': Victims of racially motivated torture 'welcome' DOJ probe of Rankin County Sheriff's Office
The DOJ announced a federal civil rights probe into the Rankin County sheriff’s office after five former deputies were ...
Attorneys say other victims could sue a Mississippi sheriff’s department over brutality
Attorneys for two Black men who were tortured by Mississippi law enforcement officers say they expect to file more lawsuits ...
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‘Goon Squad’ victims’ attorneys demand censure and removal of Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey
Attorneys for two men tortured by Rankin County law enforcement are calling for the sheriff's removal from office.
DOJ Mississippi police excessive force investigation: What We Know
The U.S. Justice Department said on Thursday it found a series of civil rights violations by a small-town Mississippi police ...
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Trial begins for Rankin County teen accused of killing mother
The trial of the Rankin County teenager accused of killing her mother began on Monday. Jury selection began Monday morning in ...
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US attorney general in Mississippi days after DOJ announces investigation into sheriff's dept.
U.S. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland was in Jackson on Wednesday to meet with the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern ...
DOJ investigation: Lexington, MS police, city violated civil rights of residents
The U.S. Department of Justice and the Mississippi U.S. Attorney's Office reported the Lexington Police Department violated ...
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Absentee voting underway in Mississippi ahead of 2024 General Election
Mississippians are preparing to cast their ballots during the 2024 General Election in November. In-person and mail-in ...