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Louisville's Police Reforms Rejected, City Moves On
Published 1 week, 2 days ago
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A federal judge in Kentucky dismissed Louisvilles proposed settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice over police reforms, following the Justice Departments withdrawal of support in May. The deal aimed to address issues like racial bias and excessive force in the Louisville Metro Police Department, stemming from the investigation into Breonna Taylors fatal shooting. Judge Benjamin Beaton ruled that city officials should lead reforms to comply with federal law, while Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg pledged to continue reforms without federal help. The city has implemented changes like clearing records backlogs, releasing police shooting videos within ten business days, banning no-knock warrants, and sending behavioral health professionals to some nine-one-one calls. Former detective Brett Hankison was sentenced to nearly three years in prison for excessive force. Louisville leaders remain committed to real accountability moving forward.
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