Officers taking keys during traffic stop does not mean custody for Miranda purposes
Facts In 2016 Madison Police Officer Rob Parker observed a Ford Mustang that was driving in and out of his lane and traveling at a high rate of speed on I-55 South. Parker pursued the vehicle and noted that a cup was thrown from the window before the car stopped. As Parker approached the driver, […]
Cell phone seized from probationer on post relief supervision reasonable
Facts Meika Britton was on post release supervision (PRS) for child exploitation in 2016 when concerned parents reached out to Southaven Police Department (SPD) about Britton. The parents alleged that Britton, 46 years old, was sending text messages to their 14 year old daughter. Investigator Brandon Rushing, SPD, opened an investigation and arranged a meeting […]
Police had reasonable suspicion to detain Scruggs for positive ID by victim
Facts Roberto Perez was cleaning his car in his carport in 2015 when two men robbed him at gunpoint and stole his wallet and cell phone. Perez called 911 and gave a detailed description of both men. Corinth PD (CPD) then put out a BOLO for the two men. Captain Ben Gann of the CPD […]
summary judgement granted to officers who killed Subject who was using vehicle as a weapon
Facts In 2016, Kimula Porter called 911 and stated that her boyfriend, Travis Stevenson, physically assaulted her and her daughter with pepper spray, took her wallet, smashed a hole in the wall with a beer bottle, and fled. He then called and texted her saying he was going to kill himself. Stevenson was located by […]
summary judgement denied for officer who placed pressure on back of arrestee who died
Facts Nicholas Gilbert, 5’3″ and 160lbs, was arrested in St. Louis, Missouri, in 2015 for trespassing and failure to appear for a traffic ticket. While in the holding cell, an officer observed Gilbert trying to kill himself by using a piece of clothing and the cell bars. Three officers intervened and handcuffed him but Gilbert […]
Search Warrant did not specify time warrant was issued or name of law enforcement officer to whom warrant was delivered
Facts In 2019, Philadelphia P.D. received calls of shots fired near Loper Street. Deputy Todd Adcock noticed a white SUV turn onto Loper street. He followed the vehicle and heard gunshots and saw multiple blasts coming from the driver’s side window of the vehicle. He followed the SUV to an address and then left for […]