“Things have to change so citizens of this county feel safe. Deputies can’t come out and beat the heck out of us because we look a little different.” — Garo Mardirossian On February 11, 1989, the Dole family and friends had a bridal shower in a Cerritos home. During the festivities the Sheriff’s Department allegedly…
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Case Summary: Anaheim officers strangle mentally ill man
In brief: Wrongful death of an innocent man caused by police shooting “The money doesn’t really mean anything. I would take my father over anything.” — Frank Mendoza Jr. Total Payout: $14,350,000 The Rock of the Mendoza Family “Frank Mendoza was such a special person in the community. He always had his door open to…
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In brief: Wrongful death of an innocent man caused by police shooting On December 12, 2010, Douglas Zerby was sitting outside of his friend’s residence holding the spray nozzle of a garden hose. A neighbor called the police to incorrectly report that Doug had a gun. After observing Doug for eight minutes without ever making their presence…
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“Thomas’ name has become synonymous across the country with excessive police force” — The Orange County Register On July 5th, 2011, Kelly Thomas was savagely beaten by 6 Fullerton police officers. Kelly was homeless at the time, had been diagnosed with schizophrenia, and was unarmed. Five days later, his family made the harrowing decision to…
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Case Summary: Sheriff’s deputies kill homeowner during search
