Former Police Officer Awarded $23.5 Million After Being Beaten by Colleagues During Protest

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
A St. Louis judge awarded nearly $23.5 million to a former police officer who was beaten by colleagues during a protest following the acquittal of a former St. Louis officer on a murder charge. The officer suffered severe physical and emotional damages, including herniated discs and a jaw injury.

Key Points

  • Former police officer Luther Hall awarded $23.5 million in damages after being beaten by colleagues during a protest in 2017
  • The attack occurred following the acquittal of a former St. Louis officer on a murder charge
  • Colleagues Randy Hays, Dustin Boone, and Christopher Myers were sued for their roles in the attack
  • Hall suffered severe injuries including herniated discs and a jaw injury

Pros

  • Justice served for the former police officer who was a victim of police brutality
  • Compensation provided for the severe physical and emotional damages suffered by the officer

Cons

  • The incident highlights the issue of police brutality within law enforcement agencies