Stop and friskOn dutyExcessive forceFalse arrest or reportPhysical forceResisting or obstructing arrest charges
Plaintiff:
Devonte James
Incident date:
11/17/2013
Location:
926 N Lavergne Ave.
Allegations:
James was on the porch of his grandmother's home when the officers detained him and arrested him. The officers verbally and physically assaulted James, severely injuring him and fracturing his jaw. One of the officers took James to the police station and charged him with resisting or obstructing a police officer, at no point offering him medical assistance. The charge against James was dropped almost two months later.