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The family of Charles Adair, an inmate who died in a Kansas jail last year, has filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit against the sheriffs office, the county, and Deputy Richard Fatherley. The suit alleges that Fatherley kept his knee on Adairs back for over a minute and a half while Adair was handcuffed and crying for help. Adair had a history of mental health issues, diabetes, and a leg infection that required amputation. The lawsuit accuses deputies of ignoring Adairs mental health issues, not adjusting their tactics, and allowing Fatherley to continue pressing down on Adair without backup intervention. Fatherley is facing second-degree murder charges and is out on bond. The case has sparked calls for transparency and change in how vulnerable individuals are handled in custody.

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