Prosecution Archives

Shelby County District Attorney Seeks Adult Prosecution for Teen in Fatal Shooting of MPD Officer

Memphis, Tennessee – The Shelby County District Attorney’s Office has announced that they will seek to prosecute a 17-year-old involved in the fatal shooting of a Memphis Police Department officer as an adult. The District Attorney’s Office is pursuing multiple charges against the teenager, including Criminal Attempt First Degree Murder, Assault Against First Responder, and Aggravated Assault. A murder charge has not been filed at this time due to indications that Officer Joseph McKinney may …

Attorney General of the United States Authorizes First New Capital Prosecution Under Current Administration

WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Merrick Garland has made a significant decision that represents a stark contrast to the policies of his predecessor. Just a few months after taking office, Garland halted federal executions, in line with President Joe Biden’s promise to abolish the death penalty. However, the Justice Department’s stance on death penalty cases changed when federal prosecutors announced they would seek capital punishment for a white supremacist who killed 10 Black people at …

Family of Indianapolis Woman Shot in Head by Boyfriend Calls for Justice as Prosecution Yet to Reach Out

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – Four days after the tragic death of Britney Long, her family shared that their difficult week took a turn for the worse on Wednesday. Long was shot in the head by her boyfriend, Jomal Tyler, and tragically passed away. Her mother, Barbara Abdullai, expressed the family’s determination to advocate for Britney, as she can no longer speak for herself. According to court records, Tyler claimed the gun accidentally went off while he …

Sarpy County Man Endures Harrowing Attack and Kidnapping, Four Young Adults Face Prosecution

SARPY COUNTY, Neb. — A shocking incident unfolded in court, revealing the terrifying experience of a Sarpy County man on Dec. 12. Sara Sopinski, from the Sarpy County Attorney’s office, described a scene of broken windows, blood streaks, and multiple holes in the walls, highlighting the irreversible damage caused by the attack. The victim endured kicking, punching, and sustained several broken bones to his face at the hands of four young adults who entered his …

Animal Cruelty and Welfare Concerns Reach Unprecedented Levels in Ireland, ISPCA Reports 75% Increase in Potential Criminal Prosecution Cases

DUBLIN, Ireland – The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has issued a warning about the “unprecedented levels” of animal cruelty and welfare concerns. The organization reported a 75% increase in case files submitted for potential criminal prosecution. They also mentioned a 49.3% increase in dogs surrendered due to animal welfare concerns and a 44.25% increase in seizures and surrenders of cats. The chief animal welfare inspector, Conor Dowling, stated that the …