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Jan 10
Three Former Virginia Beach Deputies Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Inmate's Death
three former deputies from the Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office have been charged with second-degree murder following the death of Rolin Hill
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Oct 18, 2024
Supreme Court Serves Major Blow to Augusta Co Sheriff: Deputy Must Face Trial in Dog Shooting Case
In a significant legal blow, the United States Supreme Court has denied the appeal of Augusta County Sheriff's Deputy Michael Roane
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Apr 24, 2024
Federal Lawsuit Alleges Violation of Inmate's Civil Rights in Patrick County Jail
Written by: Sam Orlando PATRICK COUNTY, VIRGINIA — A civil lawsuit filed in the United States District Court for the Western District of...
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Apr 13, 2024
Lawsuit Alleges Severe Medical Neglect and Abuse at Red Onion State Prison in Virginia
Written by: Sam Orlando ROANOKE, VIRGINIA - In a harrowing legal battle originating from the confines of Red Onion State Prison,...
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Apr 13, 2024
Lynchburg Resident Files Lawsuit Alleging Excessive Force by Police in K9 Attack at His Home
Written by: Sam Orlando Herman Tracy Evans seeks $10 million in damages, claiming his civil rights were violated during a police...
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Apr 8, 2024
Inmate Sues Virginia Department of Corrections After Being Electrocuted by Stun Belt During MRI
Written by: Sam Orlando ROANOKE, VIRGINIA - In a new legal action that underscores the ongoing debate around inmate rights and prison...
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Mar 24, 2024
Rising Tide of Allegations: Middle River Regional Jail Under Scrutiny Amid Multiple Lawsuits
Written by: Sam Orlando STAUNTON, VIRGINIA – A federal lawsuit filed on March 18, 2024, in the United States District Court for the...
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Mar 23, 2024
The Stench of Torture? Lawsuit Alleges Feces-Covered Cells at Middle River Regional Jail
Written by: Sam Orlando In the Shadow of Precedent: A Fight for Dignity Behind Bars AUGUSTA COUNTY, VIRGINIA - In the stark corridors of...
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Mar 15, 2024
From Murder to Mandamus: Exposing Augusta County's Web of Lies and Illicit Affairs
Written by: Michael Phillips Breaking Through News Sues Augusta County for Another FOIA Violation AUGUSTA COUNTY, VIRGINIA - In Augusta...
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Mar 12, 2024
Trivial Pursuits: How an Augusta County Traffic Court Interfered with the Cory Bigsby Murder Trial
Written by: Michael Phillips HAMPTON, VIRGINIA - In the heart of Hampton, Virginia, the murder trial of Cory Bigsby, accused of the...
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Mar 7, 2024
When Cops Play Cops and Robbers: A Tale of Lockdowns and Lost Marbles in Cleveland, TN
Written by: Sam Orlando CHATANOOGA, TENNESSEE - In an episode that could rival the plot twists of a daytime soap opera, the peaceful town...
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Mar 7, 2024
Oklahoma School Resource Officer Arrested for Rape and Providing Alcohol to a Minor
Written by: Sam Orlando MANNFORD, OKLAHOMA -On Tuesday March 5, 2024, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) announced the...
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Mar 3, 2024
VA Attorney Launches "No Attitude, No Answers" School Campaign to Educate Students About Their Rights
Written by: Michael Phillips Empowering Virginia's Youth: The "No Attitude, No Answers" Campaign NORFOLK, VIRGINIA — Virginia-based...
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Mar 3, 2024
Caught on Camera: How Citizen Oversight is Challenging Corruption in the Augusta Sheriff's Office
Written by: Ismael Barrios and Sam Orlando Augusta County Deputy Convicted of Beating Two People Recording Him at a Traffic Stop...
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Feb 29, 2024
Judge Finds Probable Cause for Augusta County Deputy to Stand Trial for Malicious Wounding and Assault
Written by: Sam Orlando Charges Against Sgt Mikolay Certified to Grand Jury in Bad Day for Augusta Sheriff CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA –...
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Feb 29, 2024
BREAKING NEWS: Augusta County Deputy C.J. Taylor Found Guilty in Assault Case
Written by: Sam Orlando Augusta County Deputy Convicted of Assaulting Police Auditors in Staunton STAUNTON, VIRGNIA - In a landmark...
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Feb 27, 2024
Federal Lawsuit Alleging Cruel Punishment at VA Prison Over Use of "Dry Cells" May Spell Trouble for the DOC
Written by: Sam Orlando Dry Cell Use Violates Eight Amendment, Claims Blakeney ROANOKE, VA – A federal lawsuit filed on February 26,...
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Feb 22, 2024
Huge Loss for Augusta Sheriff: Fourth Circuit Overturns Trial Court, Orders Jury Trial in Dog Shooting Case
Written by: Sam Orlando Augusta County Sheriff's Deputy Michael Roane Must Face Jury, Appeals Court Rules RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – In a...
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Feb 18, 2024
Inmate Files Federal Lawsuit Against Middle River Regional Jail Officials for Civil Rights Violations
Written by: Sam Orlando STAUNTON, VIRGINIA - Imagine being an inmate, locked in a cell for 23 hours a day, and without access to...
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Feb 18, 2024
Federal Lawsuit Filed Against Red Onion State Prison Officials for Civil and Human Rights Violations
Written by: Sam Orlando Red Onion State Prison Sued Again ROANOKE, VIRGINIA – A federal lawsuit, filed in the United States District...
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