In the aftermath of the June 11, 2025 protest in downtown Las Vegas, sharp contrasts have emerged between the official account issued by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) and the testimonies of protest participants. What began as a peaceful demonstration quickly descended into chaos as law enforcement deployed tear gas and arrested nearly… Continue reading Testimonies Dispute LVMPD’s Claims and Narrative.
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Veterans, Children and Students Tear Gassed By LVMPD
On the evening of June 11, 2025, hundreds of protesters gathered in Las Vegas to peacefully demonstrate, part of a broader national response to ongoing human rights concerns and rising political tensions. The event was spearheaded by anonymous local organizers, one of whom was known only as Anonfrom702, who coordinated through a Reddit forum called… Continue reading Veterans, Children and Students Tear Gassed By LVMPD
Justice on Multiple Fronts
Civil rights attorneys representing the family of Brandon Durham announced the filing of a federal civil lawsuit, citing egregious violations of Durham’s constitutional rights under Section 1983. The legal team, led by attorney Lee Merritt, stood outside the courthouse alongside local counsel Travis Buchanan and Lambert Cannon to share the family’s pursuit of justice in… Continue reading Justice on Multiple Fronts
Federal Proceeding Ahead
In a case that has captured the attention of a community desperate for accountability, lead attorney Lee Meritt and co-counsel Canon Lambert have outlined their mounting frustrations over the delayed indictment of Officer Alexander Bookman for the murder of Brandon Durham. The family’s legal representatives describe a process fraught with bureaucratic sluggishness and what they… Continue reading Federal Proceeding Ahead
Mass Deportation Effect In Las Vegas
Mass deportations are often portrayed as necessary measures to enforce immigration laws, but their broader implications extend far beyond legal compliance. They ripple through local economies, disrupt industries, and affect communities on a profound level. This is particularly evident in cities like Las Vegas, which, as a non-sanctuary city, stands at the crossroads of enforcement… Continue reading Mass Deportation Effect In Las Vegas
LVMPD’s 13th Officer Involved Shooting
The tragic death of Brandon Durham in Las Vegas has cast a harsh spotlight on law enforcement practices and the accountability mechanisms designed to govern their use of force. The incident, which unfolded in the early hours of November 12, 2024, represents not only the 13th officer-involved shooting this year but also the eighth fatal… Continue reading LVMPD’s 13th Officer Involved Shooting
Cops Lose $1 Million
The family of Isaiah Williams, a 19-year-old who was fatally shot by Las Vegas police officers in 2022, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). The lawsuit, which was filed in Federal Court, seeks at least $1 million in damages on the accusation that the officers involved violated… Continue reading Cops Lose $1 Million
Tyranny or Safety?
In recent years, the use of military-grade equipment by local law enforcement agencies in the United States has sparked a significant debate. At the heart of this discussion is Program 1033, a federal initiative that allows the transfer of surplus military equipment to local police departments across the country. While proponents argue that the program… Continue reading Tyranny or Safety?
LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
Less lethal weapons, such as tear gas, tasers, and body cameras, have gained popularity as a way to reduce fatalities in police encounters. However, their use has also come under scrutiny in recent years for their role in instances of police brutality and the questionable motivations behind their adoption. One example of the failure of… Continue reading LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
The roots of the police force in the United States can be traced back to slave patrols, which were formed in the early 18th century to help enforce slavery and maintain the social order in the Southern states. These patrols were responsible for tracking down and capturing runaway slaves, as well as suppressing slave revolts… Continue reading From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
